Public Health Environmental

Rutendo Elija

Zimbabwe +919*********/+263*********/+263********* ************@*****.***

Summary A highly motivated young lady and dedicated Public Health professional with extensive experience in Environmental Health and Safety. Possessing a strong academic foundation in Natural Resources Management and Public Health, complemented by hands-on experience in Occupational Health, safety protocols and Environmental Management. I recently graduated with a Master of Public Health at Uttaranchal University in India, focusing on Occupational Health and Safety. Passionate about improving workplace safety and promoting environmental sustainability within the organization. Experience Chiredzi Rural Council Zimbabwe

Environmental Health and Safety Officer

January 2020-December 2020

Chiredzi Zimbabwe

-Conducted risk assessment and developed safety protocols for industrial settings

-Developed and delivered safety training programs for staff and the community

-Led initiatives initiatives to minimizes environmental impact of council including waste management and pollution control

-Managed workplace hazards and implemented corrective actions to reduce accidents and injury Doon Pyschotherapic Centre Dehradun India

Public health Intern

July 2024-August 2024

Uttarakhand Dehradun

-Conducting assessments and evaluation of Children's Psychological needs.

-Providing therapy and counselling to children with Autism to help manage symptoms and improve behaviour.

-Supporting parents with strategies for managing behaviour at home.

-Assist in the development wellness programs aimed at reducing occupational burnout and improving overall productivity.

-Organize workshops to improve the psychological well-being of workers through counselling and stress management.

Aarogya Mandir Suddhowala Community Health Sub-Centre Dehradun

,India

Public Health Intern

December 2024-January 2025

Uttarakhand Dehradun

-Assisted in the development of community health initiatives including sanitation and preventive healthcare programs.

-Worked on Public Health Research projects, gathering data on health trends and Occupational Hazards in rural communities.

-Provided health education to the local community about hygiene, safety and environmental health.

-Supported outreach programs to improve access to healthcare services and safety education for underserved populations.

Education Uttaranchal University,Dehradun India

Master in Public Health

8.19/10 CGPA

July 2023-July 2025

Masters

https://www.uudoon.in

Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe

Bachelors of Science Honours in Natural Resources Management 2.1

2018-2021

Bachelors

https://www.buse.ac.zw

Centre for Development Studies,Zimbabwe

Professional Certificate in Occupational Health,Safety and Environmental Management

Merit

September 2022

Professional Certificate

References MR.CHENJERAI ZANAMWE

THE HEAD OF DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, AGRICULTURE, TOURISM AND CAMPFIRE OFFICER,CHIREDZI RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL,CHIREDZI ZIMBABWE MR NYAMUGURE

BINDURA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION CHAIRMAN OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE,BINDURA, ZIMBABWE **********@****.**.** D.Dr.LAKMI PRIYA VINJAMURI

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF LAW,TECHNOLOGY AND LEGAL ANALYST,UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY,DEHRADUN, INDIA ************@******.** Prof.Shivshankari Tiwari

Assistant Professor for Master of Public Health Program Uttaranchal College of Health Science, Uttaranchal College of Health Science,Dehradun, India.Email - *****************@******.**. Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences, Dehradun, India. Email: - *****************@******.**. Mobile: +916*********. Skills Environmental Health Safety Knowledge

Understanding of health and safety regulation,policies and practices especially related to environmental concerns like pollution,waste management and hazardous material handling Community Health Education

Ability to communicate and educate workers and communities about environmental health risk and safety measures as well as promote healthy behaviors. Technical Skills

Proficiency in statistical analysis and interpretation of environmental data. Ability to use software tools like SPSS for data analysis.

Interpersonal Skills

Good technical skill and analytic skills, hardworking, good communication and ability to work independently and as a team member under pressure. Highly motivated and determined to reach set goals and result oriented individual

Interests Professional Interest

Occupational health and workplace safety, Public health research, Environmental protection and waste management Personal Interest

Volunteering and youth mentoring, Travelling and cultural exchange, Research Certifications SARVAM NGO NEW DEHLI,INDIA

NEGESHWARI SINGH FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF SARVAM NGO NEW DEHLI INDIA

4 January 2025

https://sarvamtrust.co.in

Certificate of participation in a webinar on Understanding Depression and Suicide Prevention. SARVAM NGO NEW DEHLI,INDIA

NAGESHWARI SINGH FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF SARVAM NGO NEW DEHLI, INDIA

15-17 January 2025

https://sarvamtrust.co.in

Certificate of participation in online webinar on the path to general mental well-being.Exploring practical strategies and actionable steps for enhancing mental,physical,social and overall well-being. Vasundhara Manav Kalyan Sansthan

Dr .Pratibha Doon Pyschotherapic Centre Dehradun,India July -August 2024

https://doonpsycho.com

Certificate of completion of internship in the field of mental health awareness, disability, rehabilitation, and peer counselling and education.

Muskurahat Foundation, India

Himanshu Goenka, President and Founder of Muskurahat Foundation,India 19 June-23 July 2024

https://www.muskurahat.org.in

Certificate of completion in Crowdfunding Internship towards enabling access to holistic education for the children in need.

Great Learning Academy

Great Learning Academy

July 2024

https://www.mygreatlearning.com

Certificate of completion of an online course in Introduction to Digital Marketing. Publications Exploring the Challenges surrounding the Disposal and Management of Sewer and Waste in Chiredzi Urban-Zimbabwe

CRDEEP JOURNAL,International Journal of Environmental Science,RUTENDO ELIJA, Gopal, Shiv Shankar Tiwari and Ishani Debnath

2024

https://www.crdeepjournal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Vol-13-4-2-IJES.pdf Examining the Industrial Pollutants on Human Health, Ecosystem, Biodiversity of Local Estate Communities in the Lowveld District, Zimbabwe

CRDEEP JOURNAL,International Journal of Environmental Science,RUTENDO ELIJA, Gopal, Shiv Shankar Tiwari and Ishani Debnath

2024

https://www.crdeepjournal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Vol-13-4-4-IJES-1.pdf RUTENDO ELIJA, Gopal, Shivshankar Tiwari, Kritika Saxena INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 6 JUNE 2025

https://ijnrd.org/track.php?r_id=307597

Title of the Published Paper: Analysis of Social, Economic and Cultural Determinants Influencing The Utilisation of Modern Family Planning Methods among women (15-49) in Aayushman Arogya Mandir

(Subcentre)Suddhowala District, Dehradun Uttarakhand

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