Mamadu Shaw
Lemoore,CA
Summary
I am a dedicated and hardworking young man who is very much oriented in Public Health, Project Management and with wealth of experiences from, Alison University and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in enhance community engagement and Emergency response.
I possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and negotiate concisely. I prefer to be a part of, as well as managing and motivating a productive team. I am very innovative and could thrive in a highly pressurized and challenging working environment. I am very focused and exercise enough patience with colleagues. All I ever wanted was to contribute towards building a better nation. Community-oriented Officer comfortable working in high-stress situations and coordinating emergency responses. Seasoned team leader with unrelenting dedication to keeping community safe and secure. Proactive about using proper protocols while on duty and interacting with community contacts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
Department Of Defence
08.2022 - Current
- Ensured optimal patient comfort throughout the treatment process by addressing concerns and offering support when needed.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations by employing critical thinking skills guided by established protocols.
- Educated patients on health promotion strategies, fostering a proactive approach to personal wellness.
- Managed medical supplies inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels for seamless medical services.
- Mentored junior corpsmen in best practices for clinical procedures, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Contributed to the improvement of clinic procedures, resulting in increased efficiency and quality of care.
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed a five-year National NTDs Master Plan as the TIPAC lead
- Contributed to the creation of the NTD sustainability M&E framework and Sustainability Plan
- Supervised preventive chemotherapy activities for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), Onchocerciasis (OV), Schistosomiasis (SCH), and Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH)
- Provided technical support to the national NTD program for planning, coordinating, and conducting disease-specific assessments for LF, OV, SCH, and STH
- Collected, compiled, and analyzed reports and data from the national NTD program, consolidating them for the organization
- Wrote comprehensive monthly programmatic NTD reports for submission to headquarters
- Offered technical assistance to M&E teams to train independent monitors for conducting field coverage evaluation surveys for LF, OV, SCH, and STH
- Facilitated training of peripheral health unit staff on NTD program activities
- Trained quality improvement teams at LF and OV sentinel and spot-check sites to enhance MDA coverage and compliance
- Assisted in implementing the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine's enhanced community engagement efforts before DSAs and MDAs, including rumor tracking, power mapping, and participant observation in districts.
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed a five-year National NTDs Master Plan as the TIPAC lead
- Contributed to the creation of the NTD sustainability M&E framework and Sustainability Plan
- Supervised preventive chemotherapy activities for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), Onchocerciasis (OV), Schistosomiasis (SCH), and Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH)
- Provided technical support to the national NTD program for planning, coordinating, and conducting disease-specific assessments for LF, OV, SCH, and STH
- Collected, compiled, and analyzed reports and data from the national NTD program, consolidating them for the organization
- Wrote comprehensive monthly programmatic NTD reports for submission to headquarters
- Offered technical assistance to M&E teams to train independent monitors for conducting field coverage evaluation surveys for LF, OV, SCH, and STH
- Facilitated training of peripheral health unit staff on NTD program activities
- Trained quality improvement teams at LF and OV sentinel and spot-check sites to enhance MDA coverage and compliance
- Assisted in implementing the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine's enhanced community engagement efforts before DSAs and MDAs, including rumor tracking, power mapping, and participant observation in districts.
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE HEALTH SYSTEM STRENGTHENING OFFICER
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SANITATION- NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Provide technical support towards the implementation of HSS components of the NTD portfolio in the country
- Contribute to quantitative and qualitative analysis on technical and policy issues related to HSS especially health financing and NNTDP diseases-specific transition
- Advocate for the national NTD program adequately funded/co-funded and included in the annual budgets of the MoHS
- Advocate that NTDs are integrated into the national policies, strategies, plans, and structures at national and sub-national levels
- Monitor commitments made by the MoHS for NTDs and follow up as needed
- Advocate for the full integration of the NTD program into the national health system and other cross-sector platforms for sustainability
- Lead the inclusion and monitoring of NTD indicators among national health indicators in national HMIS
- Lead the development of position statements for cross-sector sustainability advocacy/domestic resource mobilization activities with NNTDP
- Coordinate implementation and supervision efforts of HSS at district, and health facility levels
- Plan and implement budgets and work plans for coordination, mainstreaming, and sustainability activities
- Contribute to quality assurance of program activities.
NTD GENDER AND SOCIAL INCLUSION ASSISTANT
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Support the integration of gender equity into all NTD trainings
- Support data collection disaggregation by sex
- Assist in the incorporation of gender equality and social inclusion into all NTD activities
- Assist the M&E coordinator in organizing independent monitoring (IM), including site selection
- Encouraged NTD focal points to appoint women and persons with disabilities as community drug distributors
- Draft, pre-test, and revised position statements and frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Prepared presentations on evaluation results, field trip reports, and poster for annual review meetings: qualitative assessment of training and social mobilization
- Collection and imputing of PHU District Census data into the Excel spreadsheet.
NTD INVENTORY AND STORE KEEPER
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw and maintained stock levels for various supplies, including pharmaceuticals, survey materials, equipment, and beneficiary resources
- Developed expertise in supply chain management, stock control, and efficient recordkeeping
- Kept accurate records of inventory, tracked stock movements, and ensured product availability when needed
- Placed purchase orders to replenish stock, maintaining optimal levels without overstocking or understocking
- Communicated and negotiated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintained good vendor relationships
- Conducted regular stock counts and audits, addressing discrepancies between physical stock and inventory records
- Implemented strategies to reduce excess stock, minimize waste, and optimize inventory turnover to lower holding costs
- Generated reports on inventory status, such as stock levels, slow-moving items, and out-of-stock situations for management insights
- Ensured well-organized storage facilities with efficient space utilization and proper labeling for easy access
- Ensured all inventory activities complied with organizational policies, industry regulations, and safety standards, especially for sensitive or hazardous goods
- Supervised warehouse or inventory staff, delegated tasks, and ensured adherence to best practices in inventory management.
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE INTERN
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Provide supportive supervision for mass drug administration for neglected tropical diseases in Sierra Leone
- Supervised the pre-transmission assessment surveys as a team lead
- Coordinate NTD advocacy meetings in the districts and communities
- Assist the M&E coordinator in organizing independent monitoring (IM), including site selection
- Facilitate NTD training for peripheral health unit staff in the country
- Prepared district posters for review meetings; work plans; qualitative assessment of training and social mobilization
- Transcribe social science research on responsive community engagement.
DATA ENTERING OFFICER
NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (NEC) SIERRA LEONE
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Work at the regional tally Centre South as a data entering officer
- Supervised polling staff during election.
Contact Tracer Supervisor
Action Against Hunger Sierra Leone
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Improved data quality by verifying accuracy of case details, ensuring completeness, and rectifying discrepancies as needed.
- Provided comprehensive reports to supervisors regarding case progress, trends observed, and potential areas for improvement in contact tracing methods.
- Assisted in training new contact tracers, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure consistent quality across the team''s work output.
- Educated the public on Ebola virus prevention measures, leading to increased awareness and adherence to guidelines.
- Report all cases of illness and events that cause potential for disease to the Community Health officer and the District Surveillance Officer. V
- v Report all persons that have any contact with an Ebola patient or any person who is suspected of Ebola. V
- v Reports all contacts and persons that develops symptoms and signs of Ebola to the Community Health Officer and District Surveillance Officer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health And Safety
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO06.2026
No Degree - Health Sciences
West Hills College - Lemoore
Lemoore, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Njala University
Sierra Leone02.2021
High School Diploma -
Government Secondary School Bo
Sierra Leone06.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Team-work oriented
- Good listener and communicator
- Organizational and planning skills
- Written and Verbal skills
- TIPAC
- Epi Info
- SPSS SOFTWARE
- Transcriber
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/05/1993
- Nationality: United States of America
Recommendations
- Mohamed S. Bah, Former Neglected Tropical Disease Program Director, Helen Keller International, mbah-c@taskforce.org, (+232) 79565044, http://linkedin.com/in/mohamed-salieu-bah-659426142
- Mustapha Sonnie, Country Director at Seed Global Health Sierra Leone, msonnie@seedglobalhealth.org, (+232)76711963
- Alimu Bah, Voter Education and Training Officer National Electoral Commission Moyamba. aligioalimubag@gmail.com (+232)79478498
Certification
Hospital Corpsman Basic, Tactical Combat Casualty Care and Basic Life Support
Timeline
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE HEALTH SYSTEM STRENGTHENING OFFICER
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SANITATION- NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
01.2023 - 01.2023
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
Department Of Defence
08.2022 - Current
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
10.2021 - 06.2023
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE PROGRAM
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
10.2021 - 02.2023
NTD GENDER AND SOCIAL INCLUSION ASSISTANT
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
01.2020 - 06.2021
NTD INVENTORY AND STORE KEEPER
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
07.2019 - 01.2020
NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASE INTERN
HELEN KELLER INTERNATIONAL
01.2018 - 06.2019
DATA ENTERING OFFICER
NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (NEC) SIERRA LEONE
01.2018 - 04.2018
Contact Tracer Supervisor
Action Against Hunger Sierra Leone
06.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health And Safety
Missouri Southern State University
No Degree - Health Sciences
West Hills College - Lemoore
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Njala University
High School Diploma -
Government Secondary School Bo