Goal-oriented and ambitious public health professional with extensive experience in program support, administration, research, and communications. Possessing a robust background in public health, data analytics, and policy development, I am eager to leverage my administrative and coordination expertise in a challenging role. I am deeply committed to utilizing my strengths to enhance health outcomes within diverse communities, focusing on addressing the needs of racial and ethnic minority populations facing literacy challenges. I aim to contribute effectively to initiatives that improve access to health education and services, driving meaningful change and promoting equity in health care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEALTH COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE
Public Health Foundation
Washington, DC
09.2023 - Current
Coordinate the development and execution of communication strategies for the Public Health Systems Improvement (PHSI) unit, ensuring consistent and effective messaging across multiple platforms.
Manage content creation and updates for the organization's website pages, enhancing user engagement and information accessibility.
Design and distribute newsletters and email outreach campaigns to effectively communicate essential PHSI programs and activities to diverse audiences.
Organize and facilitate both in-person and remote events, including webinars, to promote public health initiatives and products.
Produce multimedia content, including videos and infographics, leveraging tools such as Canva to increase program visibility and impact on social media channels.
Contribute creatively to various projects, actively participating in brainstorming sessions and offering innovative ideas for new content and promotional strategies.
Support all phases of the PHSI e-learning projects, assisting in developing educational immunization materials and activities.
PROJECT ASSISTANT
Public Health Foundation
Washington, DC
12.2022 - 09.2023
Support the implementation of several projects, such as developing immunization and infection control eLearning, coordinating and promoting public health evidence, and supporting governmental public health in organizational improvement.
Use administrative and programmatic skills to help coordinate meetings, webinars, and events; support the creation of project documents and reporting; compile and summarize information and notes; and contribute to project communications.
PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISOR: GS-7
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Baltimore City Health Department
Baltimore, MD
10.2020 - 10.2022
Program Manager for the Baltimore City-funded co-worker-to-coworker TEAMUP for Employee Safety and Health Program, which has over 300 active liaisons. Revamped the program, which was once known as the Agency Safety Program.
Modified the TEAMPUP program processes and operations with supervision from the Citywide Safety Czar.
Updating and monitoring safety compliance dashboard using Power BI.
Organized and facilitated monthly liaison meetings with Baltimore City Government employees to provide data findings, information on newly found COVID-19, and regulations.
Creatively designed interactive TEAMUP Liaison Training Materials for individuals with various learning levels.
Designed safety briefings and surveys and conducted recruitment for the Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Public Works on behalf of the Sitewide City Safety Czar.
Reviewed, assessed, and approved reopening proposals for numerous Baltimore City agencies with the Occupational Health and Safety Workstream 3 Team.
Assisted with implementing and operating COVID-19 pop-up Vax Clinics for Baltimore City Employees and their families with external vendors.
Managed the 311 COVID-19 Safety Line to observe the concerns of Baltimore City employees within their assigned work buildings.
Conducted audits for the Safety Client Program - Department of Public Works (DPW) Project to investigate COVID-19 outbreaks within DPW Facilities throughout Baltimore City.
Composed, advised, and monitored the COVID-19 outbreak investigation process for Baltimore City long-term and assisted living facilities and nursing homes utilizing REDCap. Served as the point of contact for each facility while in outbreak status.
Followed up with Baltimore City Monkey Pox cases and close contacts using REDCap; coordinated housing for positive homeless MPX cases to safety isolate and advised cases when to be released from isolation.
Participated in a 60-day CDC CPR detail as a special assistant. While on 60-day detail:
-Completed MOAs between CIOs and IMS using SharePoint, Excel, and Word.
- Reviewed and Consolidated MOA Appendices from Task Forces.
- Updated pdf-MOAs documents on SharePoint Transition Library
- Updated SP Tracking status of activities (Corresponding activities to appendices)
- Prepared talking points for senior leadership
Long-Term Guest Teacher
Enriched Schools
Washington, DC
11.2019 - 03.2020
Supervised daily classroom activities and provide a positive learning environment with an emphasis on solid instructional techniques and high student expectations.
Create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs
and goals.
Develop, execute, and teach class curriculum per full-time instructor
within a grade 3rd-8th setting.
DATA & FISCAL INTERN
Maryland Department of Health: Office of Family and Community Health Services
Baltimore, MD
09.2018 - 11.2018
Contributed to compiling data reports on MIECHV (Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program) site staff, family retention, and capacity.
Reviewed fiscal expenditures and processed invoices for repayment.
Assisted with the MIECHV Needs Assessment, including qualitative and quantitative data collection, prepared for and attendance at stakeholder focus groups, and assisted with the development of the final Needs Assessment for submission to HRSA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Education-Administration
MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Baltimore, MD
12-2018
Skills
Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for communication
Strong organizational skills in managing public health projects and timeline management
Proficient in utilizing Canva to design engaging content, including social media graphics, presentations, and marketing materials
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health
Knowledge of research and statistical methods
Strong knowledge of program support and administration
Certification
Mental Health First Aid
CPR First Aid
Youth Development Counselor
Leadership Experience
TEAMUP for Employee Safety and Health- Program Manager
Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated - Member
E.A.G.E.R Incorporated - President
National Council of Negro Women - Historian
Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society: Pi Lambda Psi Chapter Section - Member
Affiliations
TEAMUP for Employee
Safety and Health- Program
Manager
Delta Sigma Theta
Incorporated – Member
E.A.G.E.R Incorporated -
President
National Council of Negro
Women - Historian
Alpha Kappa Mu Honor
Society: Pi Lambda Psi
Chapter Section - Member
Technical Expert - NACO-PHFI-TSU Project at Public Health Foundation of IndiaTechnical Expert - NACO-PHFI-TSU Project at Public Health Foundation of India