Misganaw Beyene
Public Health Specialist
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Experienced public health and project management professional with over 13 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating grant-funded public health intervention projects. Dedicated to improving public health outcomes through dynamic, research-based programs and procedures. Currently serving as a Correctional Health Specialist and Project Manager for the American Correctional Association, Office of Correctional Health. A Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES®) and Project Management Professional (PMP)® certified, attesting to my comprehensive skill set and dedication to healthcare and project management excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Department of Health
05.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Public Health Specialist
American Correctional Association
Alexandria, VA
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised federal government and partner-funded projects of varying scales
- Reduced disease transmission through the development and promotion of effective prevention strategies.
- Increased awareness of correctional health issues through continuous educational activities and presentations.
- Managed project budget, scope, and schedule
- Planned, coordinated, and conducted correctional leaders' training programs and facilitated meetings and workshops
- Developed and implemented health education and behavioral change communication materials (IEC) for justice-involved populations
- Assessed and evaluated correctional health and staff wellness programs
- Managed the development of the national correctional resource center website from start to end and delivered successfully
- Crafted research-based health education and information materials for correctional staff, correctional health professionals, and the justice-involved population
- Disseminated health education and behavioral communication materials through training, workshops, and webinars
- Successfully coordinated four rounds of correctional healthcare leaders training for 58 participants representing all 50 states in collaboration with NIC
- Supervised three rounds of training sessions for 16 newly appointed correctional health administrators
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design and deliver health education services to clients.
- Conducted Technical Assistance and Staff Wellness Program evaluation to three prisons and three jails to enhance staff wellness programs through exemplary practices
- Authored a monograph on correctional staff recruitment & retention challenges and the way forward from staff wellness perspectives
- Developed and distributed 20K posters and 132K flyers to correctional facilities addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
- Ensured correctional professional developments and standards with ACA by facilitating continuous trainings and processing hundreds of certifications.
Program Officer
Community Organized Relief Effort
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Implemented a COVID-19 Control and Prevention program around DC for hard-to-reach populations
- Coordinated testing and vaccination events with community organizations
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing data-driven improvements for COVID-19 testing nd Vaccination programs
- Organized workshops and trainings for stakeholders, increasing understanding of program goals and objectives.
- Maximized program adherence by training partners and educating priority populations
- Conducted COVID-19 vaccination and testing events in public places, including streets, schools, parks, and recreational areas
- Aligned community outreach activities with community-based organizations, the DC Department of Health, and other relevant stakeholders
- Successfully reached 85% of hard-to-reach population groups, including homeless individuals, with COVID-19 vaccinations and testing.
Blood Collection Supervisor I
American Red Cross
Falls Church, VA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Supervised blood collection operations, ensuring the implementation of best practices and quality control measures for maintaining high blood quality standards
- Facilitated blood supply for medical facilities, training, and mentoring staff, assuring proficiency in blood collection techniques, and adhering to safety protocols
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency
- Ensured compliance with regulations by maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Delivered health education about eligibility criteria, donation process, possible complications, and post-donation care.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Project Manager
The Carter Center
Addis Ababa
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Supervised over 150 healthcare facilities
- Planned, implemented, and monitored the Neglected Tropical Disease Elimination Project
- Coordinated 45 awareness and advocacy meetings with mid-level political leaders and delivered over 15 presentations, including quarterly reviews and advocacy meetings
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed health education materials for infectious disease prevention
- Assessed requirements and capacity for health education delivery mechanisms among priority populations
- Reduced burden of Onchocerciasis and Lymphatic Filariasis as proven by Impact Assessment Survey
- Successfully trained over 1.3K health workers across 18 districts in 75 sessions
- Reached over 5.4M at-risk individuals with four Mass Drug Administration Campaign rounds in 18 districts
- Contributed to the development of a five-year grant proposal worth over $5M
- Accomplished reduction in prevalence of Onchocerciasis infection rate from 3% to 1.2% in three years.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough midterm and post- term project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
Health Center Medical Director
Federal Ministry of Health Ethiopia
Kelafo, ET
01.2010 - 11.2014
- Served as Primary Care Provider (PCP) in a government health center as well as delivered comprehensive medical care and treatment as a physician assistant
- Provided treatment for communicable diseases, emergency conditions, chronic illnesses, and injuries
- Conducted physical examinations, diagnosed illnesses, ordered diagnostic tests, and performed medical procedures and surgeries
- Administered intravenous and intramuscular medications as well as vaccinations
- Implemented Community Health Services, including nutrition services, immunization campaigns, and community health education activities, along with developing training materials for health workers.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing standardized clinical policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Health Information And Medical Records Administ
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD12.2022
Master of Public Health - Health Education And Promotion
Jimma University
Jimma, ET06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Jimma University
Addis Ababa, ET02.2010
Skills
- Healthcare Operations
- Stakeholder Management
- Grant Management
- Budgeting and Resource Allocation
- Training and Professional Development
- Effective Communication & Collaboration
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Change Management
- Data Analysis
- Project Tracking
- Logistics Management
- Contract Management
- Presentations
Certification
- PMP® - Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES®), National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
- Federal Grant Management, from CDC foundation
- Developing SQL Data Models, Targeted Technology Institute
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Project Manager
Department of Health
05.2023 - Current
Public Health Specialist
American Correctional Association
01.2022 - Current
Program Officer
Community Organized Relief Effort
06.2020 - 04.2022
Blood Collection Supervisor I
American Red Cross
01.2018 - 03.2020
Project Manager
The Carter Center
01.2015 - 12.2017
Health Center Medical Director
Federal Ministry of Health Ethiopia
01.2010 - 11.2014
Master of Science - Health Information And Medical Records Administ
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Public Health - Health Education And Promotion
Jimma University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Jimma University
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