Miriam Mame Akyene Ama Akoto
Accra
Summary
Experienced with data analysis, ensuring precise and actionable insights. Utilizes advanced data visualization techniques to communicate findings effectively. Track record of optimizing data management processes for improved efficiency.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Kings College London
03.2024
- Conducted data transcription and organization for research, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and efficient use of transcription tools.
- Contributed to the structuring of qualitative datasets and collaborated with team members on process improvements.
- Utilized SPSS to perform descriptive and inferential statistical analysis, contributing to the interpretation of findings and development of evidence-based conclusions.
- Assisted in data cleaning, variable coding, and dataset management to prepare data for analysis and publication.
Country Midwifery Advisor
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Supported the Coordination, planning, management, and reporting of the Ministry of Health Ghana’s 2 yearly work plans and successfully monitored and evaluated the work plan.
- Developed timely quarterly and yearly electronic reports and factsheets on midwifery intervention in Ghana over 2 years.
- Built strategic partnerships that enhanced stakeholder relationships with strategic international and government partners.
- Facilitated high-level policy discussions with government agencies and multilateral organizations, informing national health strategy through data-driven dialogue.
- Created data dashboards and electronic factsheets tracking midwifery outcomes across Ghana, improving reporting efficiency and data utilization by 35%.
- Developed work plans in partnership with the Ministry of Health for the improvement of midwifery education, practice, and regulation.
- Utilized Quantum a UN Enterprise Resource Planning system, for data entry, results tracking, and performance reporting. Also for visualizing program expenditures, fund utilization, and progress metrics through its built-in dashboards;
- Generating real-time financial and activity reports to support evidence-based decision-making and donor reporting.
- Contributed to evaluating the 2018-2023 nursing and midwifery strategic plan and developing the 2024-2028 nursing and midwifery strategic plan and services framework.
- Played a key role in organizing and implementing successful commemorative events, including International Day of the Midwife and World Contraceptive Day.
- Consolidated program data using Excel for report generation and donor reporting.
- Managed the Maternal Health Thematic Fund's (MHTF) $250,000 annual budget including implementation of over 4 digital projects, including maternal health data systems. Also ensuring strategic allocation of funds and achieving 100% compliance with funding criteria.
- Led the implementation of over 10 projects, including Obstetric Fistula and Midwifery programs, while maintaining 100% reporting compliance for donors and stakeholders.
- Assumed full managerial responsibilities in the senior officer's absence and mentored a team of 4 interns.
- Developed and conducted training sessions on reproductive health topics, ensuring interns were well-prepared for their roles.
Programme Assistant Reproductive Health Unit
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported data-driven design and coordination of maternal and reproductive health interventions; authored evidence-backed project reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborated on developing the Country Programme Document (CPD) theory of change using logical frameworks and sectoral data.
- Conducted training and sensitization sessions informed by data on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) trends; reached over 800 students across multiple regions.
- Monitored reproductive health commodity logistics using Excel-based tracking systems and generated delivery reports to improve distribution efficiency.
- Managed event logistics and contributed to analytical documentation for events like the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula.
- As Secretary to the Country Programme Document (CPD) development task team, I supported the development of the CPD theory of change using logical frameworks and sectoral data.
- Coordinated the strategic interventions framework around Maternal Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Adolescent and Youth Health, and Gender, which informed the draft of the UNFPA 8th CPD.
- Successfully planned significant events like the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, and developed procurement requests and concept notes.
Student Wellbeing Ambassador
University of Central Lancashire
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Provided data entry support; transcribed materials for students with learning disabilities and contributed to academic accessibility.
- Supported the design of onboarding documents and reports for new students, enhancing user experience during induction processes.
- Organized administrative data and records, and participated in open day and outreach marketing activities.
Registered Midwife
St John’s Hospital and Fertility Centre
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Planned and provided comprehensive maternal care, including antenatal and postnatal services, conducted over 70 deliveries, resuscitated newborns during Caesarean sections, and worked as a consulting midwife with an Obstetric/Gynaecologist.
- Collected and updated clinical data during patient encounters using standardized care plans, supporting accurate documentation and integration with facility health information systems.
- Successfully supervised healthcare assistants and managed the maternity unit during night shifts, while also serving as a clinical educator for student midwives during their clinical placements.
- Delivered tailored health education using data-informed insights from patient trends, focusing on prenatal care adherence, danger signs in pregnancy, and contraceptive counseling.
Rotation Midwife
University of Ghana Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2014
- Offered comprehensive maternal care, including antenatal and postnatal services, conducted deliveries, and resuscitated newborns during Caesarean sections.
- Served as a consulting midwife with a Gynaecologist, managed procurement for the maternity ward, and delivered tailored health education across various medical disciplines using midwifery/nursing care plans.
Education
MSC - Women and Children’s Health
King’s College London
01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sexual Health Studies
University of Central Lancashire
07.2019
Diploma in Midwifery - undefined
Midwifery Training College
09.2011
Skills
- Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration
- Sustainable Development
- Health policies and strategies
- Analysis and Problem-solving
- Effective Communication skills
- Leadership skills and team supervision
- Data governance
- Spreadsheet management
- Data quality management
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
Certification
- Introduction to Good Clinical Practice
- Essential Digital Skills
- Safeguarding Level 1 (Lancashire Safeguarding Children Board, UK)
- Level 2 Award in Understanding Health Improvement (Royal Society for Public Health, UK)
- I know Gender, Fraud and Corruption & Human Rights (United Nations)
References
References to be provided on request.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Kings College London
03.2024
Country Midwifery Advisor
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
01.2022 - 09.2023
Programme Assistant Reproductive Health Unit
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
10.2020 - 12.2021
Student Wellbeing Ambassador
University of Central Lancashire
10.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Midwife
St John’s Hospital and Fertility Centre
02.2014 - 07.2016
Rotation Midwife
University of Ghana Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Sexual Health Studies
University of Central Lancashire
Diploma in Midwifery - undefined
Midwifery Training College
MSC - Women and Children’s Health
King’s College London
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