Francis Anthonio
Takoradi
Summary
Adaptable and goal-oriented, with a track record of creating and managing cross-functional technical teams to carry out and deliver important national response initiatives, coordinating and enabling research efforts. skilled at managing stakeholders, displaying outstanding communication abilities, and being meticulous. Leader who is flexible and transformative, able to work autonomously, and who is inventive and creative in creating possibilities to further build organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag. Technical Coordinator
Ghana AIDS Commission
Sekondi-Takoradi
01.2019 - Current
- Planned and coordinated decentralized technical activities providing support to PEPFAR USAID care continuum project
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve supervision of decentralized sub-project processes relating to HIV&AIDS
- Undertook activities related to planning and coordinating provision of technical services to people infected and affected by HIV and AIDS
- Worked within applicable standards, coordinating regional activities in promotion of behavior change and dissemination of information via IEC/BCC materials
- Used PowerPoint and software tools to make presentations at quarterly coordination meetings involving over 50 key actors at regional level and facilitate same at district level in partnership with District AIDS Committee
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
- Led projects and coordinated all regional and district level surveillance, operational research and surveys to generate strategic information both from general population and most at risk populations
- Facilitated resource mobilization at regional and district levels for local HIV response from private sector, individuals and donor partners
- Frequently engaged media houses to provide sensitization and data analysis on HIV
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Designed online reporting system using Google forms and increased District Assembly quarterly reporting by 40
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Ghana AIDS Commission
Sekondi-Takoradi
11.2015 - 10.2019
- Applied approved M&E tools, reporting formats and indicators to track the performance of Global Fund HIV intervention programs
- Coordinated with management teams to plan, develop, align and execute strategies that would meet the Commission's vision, mission and purpose.
- Led and assisted in monitoring and evaluation of activities on HIV and AIDS programs by all stakeholders
- Oversaw capacity building programs and developed training materials for Key Stakeholders
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and assisted with quarterly coordination meetings at regional level
- Maintained energy and supported over 20 district level surveillance, operational research and surveys to generate strategic information from both general population and most at risk populations
- Created database and reporting system using Microsoft Excel to track, collect and analyze data on HIV and AIDS programs from stakeholders
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly monthly and quarterly technical reporting
- Worked closely with Regional Committee of Ghana AIDS Commission to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned with National Strategic Plan
- Led advocacy monitoring teams to identify HIV commodity shortages at Health Facilities and Regional Medical Stores
- Monitoring Lead for Global Fund Social Accountability Monitoring Committee on Community System Strengthening project.
Intern
Ghana AIDS Commission
Sekondi-Takoradi
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Developed action plan to track and improve Metropolitan Municipal and District Assembly HIV quarterly reporting
- Took notes at quarterly Regional AIDS Committee meeting and compiled minutes
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives
- Assisted in developing concept notes for programs by applying strong analytical skills and studies
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirement of Technical Support Unit
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations
- Maintained office schedule and calendar of workflow and meetings
- Assisted in planning, budgeting and implementation of projects
- Assisted in monitoring and evaluation exercises and tracking 0.5% District Assembly Common Fund releases for HIV activities
Support Worker
Ghana Revenue Authority
Akim Oda
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Helped tax payers in filling their tax returns, entering tax payer's data into database system, management of stocks and issued revenue receipts
- Assisted in collecting revenue for over 200 Value Added Tax (VAT) payers
- Remitted daily revenues collected to bank and prepared daily, weekly and monthly financial reports
- Maintained 100% record of daily activities, prepared and delivered reports to various departments
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and update managers.
National Service Person
Ghana Revenue Authority
Akim Oda
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Actively involved in reconnaissance operations for planned operations and general intelligence gathering to locate tax defaulters
- Maintained inventory records to track stock
- Helped taxpayers in filling their tax returns, entering taxpayer's data into database system, management of stocks and issued revenue receipts
- Assisted in collecting revenue for Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Remitted daily revenues collected to bank and prepared daily, weekly and monthly financial reports
- Maintained 100% record of daily activities, prepared and delivered reports to various departments
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and update managers.
Student Intern
GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited
Accra
02.2012 - 08.2012
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
- Assisted in sourcing and collecting proforma invoice on administrative materials, hardware and safety equipment
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Liaised with stores to assess needs and responded to over 20 inquiries daily
- Assisted in picking up labels and boxes for packaging
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Assisted in taking inventory of stock.
Student Intern
Birim Central Municipal
Akim Oda
01.2012 - 02.2012
- Assisted in taking inventory, management of stock and issued receipt on goods
- Performed administrative duties and staff support tasks
- Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs
- Assisted in making arrangement and distributed feeding materials to over 20 basic schools
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve targets.
Student Teacher Intern
Aboso Okai Junior High School
Accra
06.2010 - 07.2010
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement educational techniques and network for student
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices
- Designed lessons on for 84 students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students
- Completed student progress reports end of term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Student Volunteer
Osu Childrens Home
Accra
11.2008 - 12.2008
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
- Designed inventory stock management sheet for records
- Worked with over 40 kids to improve life choices and maximize benefits of social programs
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each Kids cognitive abilities and current needs.
Sales Clerk
Family End Enterprise
Takoradi
07.2007 - 08.2008
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates
- Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales
- Processed payments and returns with 100% accuracy and efficiency
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services
- Completed regular cycle counts and inventory audits
- Opened and closed store by balancing cash registers and receipts.
Education
MBA - Project Management
GIMPA
Accra, Ghana 07.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
GIMPA
Accra, Ghana12.2020
Skills
- Technical Presentations
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Timely Project Completion
- Workflow Planning
- Systems Implementations
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Managing Civil Society Groups
- Leading Projects
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Field Surveys
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Proposals
Accomplishments
- Abstract poster presentations - Interest Conference 2022
- Topic: Measures Put in place to Ensure Organizations Have HIV Workplace Policy in the Western Region, Ghana
- Topic: Improving KP Data Capture and Entry Processes on the Ghana Key Population Unique Code Identification System
- Topic: Influential Role of Key HIV Stakeholders in Ghana; A Mendelow's Matrix Stakeholder Analysis
- Abstract oral presentation - HIV AIDS 2020 Conference Orlando USA
- Topic: Media contribution in achieving the 90-90-90 fast track treatment targets in Western Region, Ghana
- Abstract poster presentations - Interest Conference 2020
- Topic: Introduction of electronic mail reporting system to improve quarterly reporting on HIV activities by Metro, Municipal and District Assemblies in Western Region, Ghana
- Topic: Promoting consistent access to affordable condoms through introduction of condom vending machines in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana
- Abstract poster presentations- National HIV and AIDS Research Conference (NHARCON) 2018
- Topic: Shortages of HIV &AIDS commodities in western region-NH2018-AB-0037
- Topic: Current state of condom vending machines in western region-NH2018-AB-0095
- Topic: Integrate HIV into festival to reach the youth-NH2018-AB-0096
- Inaugurated District Committees of the Ghana AIDS Commission in the western region
- Actively involved in developing the Social and Behavior Change Communication Strategy to Support PrEP
- Trained 10 Civil Society Organizations on the Ghana Key Population Unique Identification System (GKPUIS)
- Coordinated and facilitated research activities (IBBSS 2019, Persons who inject drugs survey 2021)
- Actively involved in the development of the Western Regional HIV & AIDS Technical Support Plan 2015-2017
- Lead advocate on addressing shortages of HIV commodities in the western region
- Participated in consultative and dissemination forums at national and regional levels (NSP 2021-2025, 2016-2020, 90-90-90 fast track agenda, Strengthening the care continuum project.
Affiliations
- AIESEC university of cape coast
- Planning Committee Member- Economics Student Association, Central University College, Ghana
- Vice President, Old student Association St Johns School, Central University Chapter
- External Relations Vice President, AIESEC Methodist University College, Ghana
- Member AIESEC Ghana
- Member SYTO club, St Johns School Member writers and debaters club, St Johns School
Hobbies
- Volunteering in community services
- Trying out new ideas and experimenting
- Enjoy reading and writing abstracts
- Listening to good music
- Watching football
- Having a good time after a hard days work
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
References
· Mr. William K. Yeboah
Ghana AIDS Commission, Technical Support Unit, Tel: 0263707836
· Mr. Kwame Oppong-Ntim
Ghana Tourism Authority Tel: 0244744161
· Mr. Charles Preprah
Ghana Revenue Authority Tel No: 0244704217.
· Mr. Kwesi Aidoo
GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited Tel No: 0247189087
Timeline
Ag. Technical Coordinator
Ghana AIDS Commission
01.2019 - Current
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Ghana AIDS Commission
11.2015 - 10.2019
Intern
Ghana AIDS Commission
02.2014 - 11.2015
Support Worker
Ghana Revenue Authority
08.2013 - 11.2013
National Service Person
Ghana Revenue Authority
10.2012 - 08.2013
Student Intern
GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited
02.2012 - 08.2012
Student Intern
Birim Central Municipal
01.2012 - 02.2012
Student Teacher Intern
Aboso Okai Junior High School
06.2010 - 07.2010
Student Volunteer
Osu Childrens Home
11.2008 - 12.2008
Sales Clerk
Family End Enterprise
07.2007 - 08.2008
MBA - Project Management
GIMPA
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
GIMPA