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Patricia Watson

Memphis,TN

Summary

Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in qualitative research and evaluation. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive innovations gender and gender-based violence research and analysis. Ready to apply knowledge and more than 15 years of experience in: qualitative research, baseline studies, capacity/needs assessments and preparation of project proposals, policies, strategies, manuals, case studies especially in the context of gender and gender-based violence, HIV and AIDS and adolescent sexual and reproductive health.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Associate

University Of Memphis
09.2022 - Current
  •  Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
     Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
     Completed exhaustive research into labor participation using databases, physical records, and digital resources.
     Produced actionable information that improved proposals and research papers.
     Gathered and organized information for research purposes
     Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
     Analyzed and interpreted patterns and trends
     Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
     Identified sources of funding to prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
     Wrote research articles on girl-child sexual violence in Jamaica and updated dissertation on girl-child sexual abuse for publication.
     Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.

Consultant

Ministry Of Education, Jamaica
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Completed Research on barriers to teaching Sexuality and Sexual Health in Jamaican Schools among 180 teachers in Jamaica
  • Developed a sexuality and sexual health manual for the Jamaica Ministry of Education. The Manual is entitled: Sexuality & Sexual Health Education Training Programme for Jamaican Teachers: A Resource Guide for Jamaican Instructors who Teach the Sexuality and Sexual Health Component of the Health and Family Life Education Curriculum.
  • This manual was developed to improve the knowledge and comfort level in teaching sexuality and sexual health issues of more than 800 HFLE teachers and guidance counsellors in the country.

Instructor

University Of Missouri
01.2019 - 05.2023
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
  • Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi
  • Taught courses in Sociology including: "The Family”, “Social Inequalities” and “Youth in Today's World” as well as in Black Studies - “Reproductive Justice . Provided instruction to more than 350 undergraduate students.
    Developed and implemented the "Reproductive Justice in the Black Diaspora" curriculum for improved learning on reproductive health for students at the University of Missouri.
  • Used a variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations
  • Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension
  • Aided in migration of course materials for Youth in Today's World (Sociology) and "Reproductive Justice in the Black Diaspora" (Black Studies) to Packback Deep Dives software to add better functionality for students.
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention
  • Used variety of instructional methodologies and technology to keep courses interesting and engaging
  • Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans
  • Displayed professional demeanor and served as role model for students
  • Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion
  • Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help

Consultant

United Nations Population Fund
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Spotlight Initiative Capacity Development Analytical Assessment Report: This report presents the results of a rapid assessment of a targeted set of civil society organisations implementing or planning to implement activities under the Caribbean Regional Spotlight Programme to prevent Gender-Based Violence
  • Methodological Package and Tools for CSO Capacity Development: This Training Manual was developed with relevant tools, to build the capacity of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) implementing interventions under the Caribbean Regional Spotlight Programme to prevent Gender-Based Violence.

Consultant - Global Fund Project Proposal Writer

Jamaica Jamaica Country Coordinating
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Developed detailed technical proposal: Researched and supported the preparation of Jamaica’s funding Proposal for HIV (2022) to the Global Fund.
  • Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
  • Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Consultant - Web-based Dashboard for HIV and AIDS

UNAIDS, Erva Jean Stephens
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Situational Analysis of the HIV epidemic and response in Kingston and St Andrew
  • Provided key recommendations for HIV epidemic control in Kingston
  • Developed Web-based Dashboard for HIV and AIDS data for Kingston and St Andrew.
  • Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
  • Applied emerging technologies to update and maintain site applicability.
  • Developed technical solutions required to accommodate specific user-facing assets
  • Developed user-friendly web forms with validation and error handling.
  • Conceived and built optimized landing pages in HTML and CSS for integration and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Developed user-oriented visuals and features using front-end languages to increase site traffic.
  • Completed full redesigns of existing websites to improve navigation, enhance visuals and strengthen search engine rankings.
  • Collected, defined and translated user requirements into project designs and implementation plans.
  • Reviewed code to validate structures, assess security and verify browser, device and operating system compatibility.
  • Employed coding practices based on commonly accepted standards to establish site layout and user interface.
  • Conducted unit testing to deliver optimal browser functionality.
  • Designed and executed security measures such as firewalls and encryption.

Proposal to Address Sexual & Gender-based Violence

UNICEF Jamaica
Mariko
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Researched and prepared the funding Proposal for Jamaica Spotlight Initiative to address Family Violence
  • Jamaica was awarded 4 years of funding for Family Violence valued at US$10.9 million

Consultant: National HIV/AIDS Policy (2015)

Jamaica National Family Planning Board
09.2017 - 12.2018
  • Completed a situational analysis of the HIV situation in Jamaica and public consultations as precursor to designing the Policy.
  • Wrote the National HIV Policy (2015)

Consultant to Develop Sexuality Education Training

Ministry Of Education, Anna Kay Magnus
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Developed Sexuality Education Training Manuals for the Health and Family Life Education (HFLE) Teachers in Jamaica
  • Coordinated logistics of and delivering training to up to 300 teachers.

Executive Director

EVE For Life, Lorna Napier
08.2008 - 06.2017
  • Provided pro-active leadership to the organization to ensure that its vision, mission and funding priorities respond to the most current needs of young women and girls living with HIV and or were sexually abused.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize accountability.
  • Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes
  • Built and maintained strong programme teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments
  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover
  • Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success
  • Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support
  • Aligned vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results
  • Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public
  • Conducted top-tier media interviews, highlighting key messages of major developments and enhancing company reputation
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with clients and strategic partners
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize performance
  • Represented organization at conferences and events
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions
  • Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities
  • Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries

Develop Training in GBV and HIV for Health Workers

Health Policy Plus
Sandra
09.2016 - 12.2016
  • Developed and delivered training and referral resources on Gender Based Violence (GBV) and HIV for Health Care Workers
  • Focus was on Gender and Sexual Minorities in the context of GBV and HIV.

Field Research Assistant

UNDP
12.2015 - 04.2016
  • Supported the final evaluation for: Building Capacity for Reform of HIV Related Law and Policy in Jamaica (HIV and the Law) Project: access at https://erc.undp.org/evaluation/documents/download/9552
  • Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Collaborated with lead researcher to develop successful research strategies.
  • Created surveys and questionnaires to collect data for evaluation.
  • Utilized advanced analytical software to analyze data sets.
  • Collected and recorded data at various sites for later assessment and data analysis.
  • Performed in-depth interviews with evaluation subjects and compiled data and analyses into reports for review by team leader.
  • Organized evaluation from start to finish by designing effective questionnaires and data entry procedures.

National Integrated Strategic Plan for SRH & HIV

National HIV/STI Programme, Ministry Of Health
02.2015 - 09.2015
  • Developed National Integrated Strategic Plan for Sexual and Reproductive Health and HIV to guide the national response.
  • This entailed conducting literature reviews, analyzing previously collected data and developing Strategic Plan based on data collected.

Evaluation Consultant

Panos Caribbean
10.2014 - 11.2014
  • Supported the evaluation of the project “Communication initiative to fight discrimination and stigmatization against MSM and to promote gay men’s health in Jamaica”.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of project implementation to devise evaluation methodology.
  • Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.
  • Reviewed programme implementation plans to assess impact.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify gaps.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting report to client.
  • Facilitated interviews to collect project feedback.
  • Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand trends

Progress Towards Achieving UN Targets on HIV

UNAIDS, Erva, Jean Stevens
05.2013 - 06.2013
  • Led in the collection and analysis of Jamaica National HIV and AIDS data to determine progress towards achieving the 10 UN Political Declaration Targets
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with the UN and the National HIV/STI Programme to promote high quality data collection and analysis.

Research Assistant

UNWOMEN
03.2013 - 03.2013
  • Supported the collection of data on women and HIV in Jamaica
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results of project.
  • Created surveys and questionnaires to collect data.
  • Wrote Jamaica Country Brief for UN Women-funded Report: Making the AIDS Response Work for Women - Experiences of Five Programme Countries of the European Commission-UN Women Initiative “Supporting Gender Equality in the Context of HIV/AIDS”.

Consultant Editor

Panos Global AIDS
03.2008 - 02.2011
  • Coordinated the development, implementation and evaluation of projects and other media activities under the Panos Global AIDS Programme
  • Edited key research documents and journalistic articles
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
  • Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
  • Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.
  • Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
  • Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
  • Supported publication by helping develop layouts and collaborating with production teams.
  • Developed and maintained pool of expert field sources.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
  • Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
  • Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
  • Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
  • Generated and maintained style guides to encourage consistent quality of content.

Conduct Impact Evaluation of UNICEF Project

UNICEF
10.2010 - 01.2011
  • Conducted an Impact evaluation of UNICEF - Children of Faith’s Project “Improving the Lives of Children Affected by AIDS in Rural Jamaica”.
  • Monitored project progress against planned goal and objectives.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Facilitated workshop to discuss evaluation findings and get feedback.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to project expected outcomes.

Regional Director

Panos Caribbean
07.2005 - 02.2008
  • Coordinated the development, implementation and evaluation of projects and activities under the Panos Caribbean HIV and AIDS Programme
  • Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
  • Reviewed financial reports to identify potential issues, cost saving opportunities and significant departures from budget.
  • Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
  • Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
  • Recruited talented individuals bringing research and development communication skills to the regional HIV programme department.
  • Participated in promotional opportunities and onboarding of new accounts.
  • Represented company at various national and global events.
  • Produced monthly reports to analyze job performance against team goals
  • Promoted company by giving exciting and dynamic presentations to customers.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Senior Investigative Reporter/Editor

The Gleaner Newspaper
06.1996 - 05.2005
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for various sections of the Sunday Gleaner for accuracy.
  • Wrote in-depth stories under tight deadlines.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues in health social development.
  • Collaborated with editors and other reporters and external writers to refine story angles and content.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics. This includes conceptualizing and writing "Break the Silence, Dispelling the Myths about HIV" series.
  • Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.

Education

Ph.D. -

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05.2022

Master of Science - Sociology

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05.2019

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Development Studies

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, UK
07.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Media and Communication

University of The West Indies
Mona, Jamaica
06.1996

Skills

  • Analysis & Evaluation
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Data Collection & Analysis
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Gender Programming and Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Qualitative Analysis
  • Qualitative Research
  • Self-Motivated
  • Strategic planning
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Training and Development
  • Training and mentoring

Accomplishments

PUBLICATIONS

  • In Review: Colonized Vaginas, Tortured Bodies: Girl-Child Sexual Abuse in Jamaica
  • In Review: Gender, Culture, Power and Child Sexual Abuse: Exploring the Role of Mothers in Homes Where Girl-child Sexual Abuse Occurs in Jamaica
  • Presented at the 71st Virtual Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Social Problems, August 4-7, 2021
  • National Integrated Strategic Plan for Sexual and Reproductive Health and HIV 2015 – 2019. http://moh.gov.jm/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Final-National-Integrated-Strategic-Plan-2019-with-SRH-Validation.pdf
  • Jamaica National HIV and AIDS Policy 2017 at http://www.fast-trackcities.org/sites/default/files/Revised%20National%20HIV%20Policy%202017%2C%20Jamaica.pdf
  • I am Now Free! Diaries of a Survivor of Child Rape and Sexual Abuse
  • Gender Based Violence and HIV: Stories of Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Jamaica
  • Jamaica 2013 Mid-Term Review Report - United Nations General Assembly Political Declaration on HIV/AIDS. UNAIDS Jamaica.
  • Organizations that offer HIV and related services and programmes to Women and Transgender in Jamaica: A Mapping Exercise. Jamaica AIDS Support for Life, Kingston, Jamaica. Http://www.jasforlife.org/html/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Mapping-Report-KM.pdf
  • Focus Group Discussions in Jamaica on PMTCT Components One and Two: Primary Prevention of HIV and Prevention of Uni ntended Pregnancies, Global Network of People Living with HIV and International Community of Women Living with HIV. Http://www.gnpplus.net/assets/Appendix_B2_PMTCT_FDGs_Report_April_2011.pdf
  • Local Researcher: Make Your Voice Heard. Participation of women and transgender women in Global Fund Processes in Latin Ameri ca and the Caribbean, Observatorio Latino. Http://www.icaso.org/media/files/9600-ParticipationOfWomenandtransgendersinGFrocessesEN.pdf.
  • Editor - Unheard Voices: Disability and HIV in Jamaica, Panos Caribbean, Jamaica.
  • Editor – No Sex or Condoms Here: HIV Prevention, Treatment and Care in Jamaican Prisons, Panos Caribbean, Jamaica
  • Barnes, C. Carr, R. Ellington, F. Hamer, F, Watson, P. 2008. Responsible Reporting on HIV and AIDS: A Guide for Jamaican Media Workers. Panos Caribbean, Jamaica
  • Against Her Will. A situational Analysis of Rape in Jamaica. Panos Caribbean, Jamaica
  • The Gleaner - Breaking the Silence, Dispelling the Myths about HIV/AIDS. The series worked to lessen the stigma and discrimination associated with HIV and AIDS, through frank discussions and well researched articles. It was the first time that a newspaper dedicated consistent coverage of a health an d development issue in Jamaica

AWARDS AND HONORS

2021/2022: Irma D. Mathes Dissertation Support Award; Department of Sociology, University of Missouri, Columbia

2018: Margaret McNamara Educational Fund Award

2017: Fulbright Scholarship; United States of America Department of State

2015: Eagle Award for outstanding leadership of the NGO EVE for Life; EVE for Life

2009: Partnership Award for contribution to the HIV response through the media. National AIDS Committee

2006: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Regional) - PANCAP Award for best articles/series on HIV; Pan American Health Organisation

2005: USAID/MSI CIV-JAM Civil Society Award for Investigative Journalism – Children and AIDS series; USAID

2004: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Local) – Best Newspaper coverage on HIV and AIDS; Pan American Health Organisation

2004: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Regional) – Best Newspaper coverage on HIV and AIDS; Pan American Health Organisation

2004: United Nations Population Fund Caribbean Media Awards - Platinum Award for HIV/AIDS Reporting; United Nations Population Fund

2003: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Local) - Best Media Campaign in Health; Pan American Health Organisation

2003: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Regional) – UNICEF Award; Pan American Health Organisation

2002: Health Journalism. Press Association of Jamaica

2002: PAHO Caribbean Media Awards for Excellence in Health Journalism (Regional) 'Most Outstanding Journalist in the Caribbean', 'Best Media Campaign in Health', 'Best feature/series in Health', 'UNIFEM award for articles on gender and HIV/AIDS', and 'UNDP award for articles on health and development'. Pan American Health Organisation

2000: Department for International Development (DFID) Academic Scholarship. University of Cambridge (UK)

1994: The Friedrich Ebert Foundation Academic Scholarship. University of the West Indies

Affiliations

Membership of professional bodies: Society for the Study of Social Problems (SSSP), American Sociological Association, Caribbean Evaluators International, Press Association of Jamaica.

Timeline

Research Associate

University Of Memphis
09.2022 - Current

Consultant

Ministry Of Education, Jamaica
05.2022 - 05.2023

Consultant

United Nations Population Fund
03.2022 - 10.2022

Consultant - Global Fund Project Proposal Writer

Jamaica Jamaica Country Coordinating
05.2020 - 01.2021

Consultant - Web-based Dashboard for HIV and AIDS

UNAIDS, Erva Jean Stephens
11.2019 - 11.2020

Proposal to Address Sexual & Gender-based Violence

UNICEF Jamaica
07.2019 - 12.2019

Instructor

University Of Missouri
01.2019 - 05.2023

Consultant to Develop Sexuality Education Training

Ministry Of Education, Anna Kay Magnus
09.2017 - 01.2018

Consultant: National HIV/AIDS Policy (2015)

Jamaica National Family Planning Board
09.2017 - 12.2018

Develop Training in GBV and HIV for Health Workers

Health Policy Plus
09.2016 - 12.2016

Field Research Assistant

UNDP
12.2015 - 04.2016

National Integrated Strategic Plan for SRH & HIV

National HIV/STI Programme, Ministry Of Health
02.2015 - 09.2015

Evaluation Consultant

Panos Caribbean
10.2014 - 11.2014

Progress Towards Achieving UN Targets on HIV

UNAIDS, Erva, Jean Stevens
05.2013 - 06.2013

Research Assistant

UNWOMEN
03.2013 - 03.2013

Conduct Impact Evaluation of UNICEF Project

UNICEF
10.2010 - 01.2011

Executive Director

EVE For Life, Lorna Napier
08.2008 - 06.2017

Consultant Editor

Panos Global AIDS
03.2008 - 02.2011

Regional Director

Panos Caribbean
07.2005 - 02.2008

Senior Investigative Reporter/Editor

The Gleaner Newspaper
06.1996 - 05.2005

Ph.D. -

University of Missouri - Columbia

Master of Science - Sociology

University of Missouri - Columbia

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Development Studies

University of Cambridge

Bachelor of Arts - Media and Communication

University of The West Indies

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