Dr. KOUAME N’GUESSAN
Staten Island,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, excelling in community engagement and outreach. Skilled in digital literacy training and program coordination, I foster partnerships to enhance public health initiatives, ensuring equitable access to resources while advocating for diversity and inclusion in all endeavors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Job Opportunity Specialist
NYC Department of Social Services/HRA
New York, NY
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Guided clients through education and job placement services, focusing on building financial independence.
- Conducted intake assessments and connected participants to relevant skill-building workshops and resources.
Public Health Advisor – Chronic Disease Prevention
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
Queens, NY
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Led community workshops on chronic disease prevention and health equity strategies.
- Delivered educational presentations to schools, nonprofits, and healthcare providers across the borough.
- Fostered partnerships with community leaders to broaden the impact of public health initiatives.
Community Engagement Specialist – COVID-19 Response
NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: Test & Trace Corps
- Conducted outreach across NYC’s diverse communities, educating residents on public health initiatives and services.
- Coordinated with community organizations and schools to ensure equitable access to testing, vaccines, and health education.
- Developed culturally sensitive messaging and resource materials tailored to BIPOC communities.
- Test & Trace Corps
Adjunct Instructor – Continuing Education & Professional Development
CUNY/College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Designed and delivered Math and Social Studies curriculum focused on adult learners and workforce development.
- Developed instructional materials incorporating online resources to enhance learning outcomes.
- Mentored students to build academic and career pathways, emphasizing skills needed for entrepreneurship and innovation fields.
Online Teaching & Technology Support Specialist
CUNY/College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
04.2010 - 08.2012
- Company Overview: Center for Faculty Professional Development
- Supported faculty and students in leveraging online teaching platforms, including Blackboard, Zoom, and digital libraries.
- Facilitated technology workshops, enhancing tech fluency across campus and expanding virtual learning opportunities.
- Guided faculty in integrating emerging educational technologies into instruction.
- Helped maintain and troubleshoot the college’s professional development tech network.
- Center for Faculty Professional Development
Education
Ph.D. - Public Policy & Administration
Walden University
M.Phil. - Public Administration
Walden University
M.Sc. - International Relations & Global Health
Northeastern University
B.A. - Economics
CUNY/College of Staten Island
B.A. - Political Science
CUNY/College of Staten Island
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Outreach
- Technology Facilitation
- Online Learning Platforms
- Digital Literacy Training
- Tech Support
- Program Coordination
- Workshop Planning
- Seminar Execution
- Community Event Planning
- DEI Commitment
- Diversity Advocacy
- Equity Advocacy
- Inclusion Advocacy
Certification
- U.S. Public Policy: Social, Economic, and Foreign Policies, HarvardX (Harvard University)
- Mental Health First Aid, ThriveNYC
- Customer Service Certification, LaGuardia Community College/CUNY
- Paralegal Certification, CUNY/College of Staten Island
Leadership And Project Management
- Board Member, CUNY/College of Staten Island Alumni Association, Benefits Committee Chair
- President of the Year Award, Unite African Students in the USA (CUNY/CSI)
Timeline
Job Opportunity Specialist
NYC Department of Social Services/HRA
04.2023 - 02.2024
Public Health Advisor – Chronic Disease Prevention
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
01.2021 - 05.2022
Community Engagement Specialist – COVID-19 Response
NYC Health + Hospitals
05.2020 - 12.2021
Adjunct Instructor – Continuing Education & Professional Development
CUNY/College of Staten Island
08.2014 - 02.2015
Online Teaching & Technology Support Specialist
CUNY/College of Staten Island
04.2010 - 08.2012
Ph.D. - Public Policy & Administration
Walden University
M.Phil. - Public Administration
Walden University
M.Sc. - International Relations & Global Health
Northeastern University
B.A. - Economics
CUNY/College of Staten Island
B.A. - Political Science
CUNY/College of Staten Island
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