Samuel Gyiga
Kintampo
Summary
Public Health Officer with Ghana Health Service, specializing in vaccination initiatives and epidemic response management. Demonstrated success in disease surveillance and community education, enhancing collaboration with stakeholders. Proficient in data analysis and problem-solving, leading to effective public health programs and improved disease prevention outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Officer
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
Kintampo
12.2022 - Current
- Managed vaccination initiatives through precise estimates of required vaccines.
- Oversaw epidemic management and treatment protocols for critical communicable diseases.
- Led coordination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) programs successfully.
- Conducted meningitis research in Nandom, Upper West Region, Ghana.
- Investigated community disease outbreaks; guided effective containment efforts.
- Implemented preventative measures after identifying sources of infectious diseases.
- Provided education on vaccines, disease prevention, and mental health resources to community members.
- Built collaborative relationships with government regulators and local healthcare professionals.
Field Technician
Ghana health service
Nandom
01.2013 - 04.2022
- Assisted in mass drug administration for Onchocerciasis and Lymphatic Filariasis control.
- Conducted active and passive surveillance on communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Estimated vaccine requirements for immunization of children and pregnant women.
Facilitated children's welfare clinic sessions to promote health awareness.
Executed contact tracing for cases of Tuberculosis, Meningitis, and COVID-19.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Disease Control
University of Health And Allied Sciences
Ho04-2022
High School Diploma -
College of Health, Kintampo
Kintampo08-2011
Skills
- Disease surveillance and epidemic response
- Vaccine management and program coordination
- Community education and stakeholder engagement
- Data analysis and research methodology
- Effective communication and team collaboration
- Problem solving and public health policy
Affiliations
I am also good at studying building plans, and I’m a mason
I can drive heavy-duty machines like tipper trucks and tractors
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- i obtained allied health professional licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Public Health Officer
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
12.2022 - Current
Field Technician
Ghana health service
01.2013 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Disease Control
University of Health And Allied Sciences
High School Diploma -
College of Health, Kintampo