DEBORAH AKWUIWU
Jackson,MS
Summary
As an experienced Environmental Health Promotion professional, I am committed to promoting, achieving, and advocating for public health goals. With an organized, motivated, and collaborative approach, I possess a deep understanding of program requirements, research methodologies, and current trends in health concerns.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Intern - Bureau of Public Water Supply
Mississippi State Department Of Health
Jackson, MS
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided assistance to team members in their day-to-day responsibilities, alleviating workload pressure and facilitating greater attention to important tasks.
- Applied learned concepts directly into relevant work situations within a specific department, gaining valuable experience.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Attended weekly team meetings and provided feedback on projects.
Ecologist
Ministry of Environment and Water Resources
Makurdi
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from field studies and laboratory experiments.
- Performed statistical analyses of ecological datasets in order to identify patterns and trends in population dynamics.
- Provided technical advice on environmental issues such as invasive species control, wetland protection and sustainable forestry practices.
- Consulted with clients on developing compliant environmental policies.
- Led strategic planning and implementation of long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Developed ways to control and reduce environmental impacts and presented ideas to management.
- Facilitated environmental site assessments and recommended remediation plans.
Caregiver
Primary Healthcare Board, Benue State
Makurdi, Benue
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Ecology Department Intern
Okomu National Park
Benin, Edo State
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed public relations for conservation properties and trail maintenance.
- Assisted with ongoing research and animal immunization
- Collected water to test for quality
- Conducted vegetation inventories and monitored removal of invasive plants.
- Assisted with construction of any new enclosures or other projects
- Provided assistance in various duties as required.
Education
Master of Public Health - Environmental Health
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi05.2024
BSc. Forestry and Wildlife -
University of Benin
Benin-City, Nigeria08.2021
Skills
- Environmental Monitoring
- Presentation Skills
- Results Analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Community Engagement
- Infectious disease control
- Qualitative Research
Affiliations
Member, Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)
Certification
- Community Research Fellow Training, Mississippi Public Health Institute, Aug 2024.
- HIPAA Certification, Mississippi Public Health Institute
- Essentials of Public Health Research, Jackson State University, Feb 2024.
- Public Health Professional Development, Jackson State University, Feb 2024
- GCP- Social and Behavioral Research Best Practices for Clinical Research, Jackson State University, Feb 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Intern - Bureau of Public Water Supply
Mississippi State Department Of Health
02.2024 - 05.2024
Ecologist
Ministry of Environment and Water Resources
11.2021 - 08.2022
Caregiver
Primary Healthcare Board, Benue State
09.2019 - 10.2021
Ecology Department Intern
Okomu National Park
06.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Public Health - Environmental Health
Jackson State University
BSc. Forestry and Wildlife -
University of Benin