Sumaila Abdulmumuni Odapo

Public Health Professional | HTS Assistant Officer Candidate

Abuja, NG.

About

Highly motivated and quality-focused Biochemist with over five years of dedicated experience as a Public Health Professional, specializing in HIV Testing Services (HTS), prevention, care, and treatment. Possesses comprehensive expertise in key population engagement, PMTCT, TB/HIV co-infection management, and data analysis. Proven ability to drive significant impact in disease prevention and control, leveraging strong analytical skills, advanced counselling techniques, and a relentless commitment to improving community health outcomes.

Work

MPAPE Primary Health Center

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Adherence Counselor / Tester / Ad-Hoc Officer IHVN

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Led comprehensive HIV testing, counseling, and treatment adherence initiatives, managing key populations and ensuring data integrity to enhance public health outcomes.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive client tracking for index clients, successfully identifying and enrolling partners and biological children who tested positive for HIV, significantly expanding case detection.

Conducted targeted HIV testing for key populations (MSM, FSW, PWID, transgender clients) utilizing risk assessment and stratification tools (RST), enhancing detection and prevention efforts.

Delivered pre-test, testing, and post-test counseling services in strict adherence to national guidelines and standard operating procedures, ensuring informed consent and patient support.

Administered Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) drugs to adult and pediatric clients, including exposed infants, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment and adherence.

Championed facility adherence to quality improvement protocols, leading a quality team to address and rectify gaps in HIV service delivery and documentation.

Compiled and analyzed weekly and monthly summarized data from all service delivery points, providing critical insights for program evaluation and reporting.

Maintained stringent biohazard and safety standards, ensuring the proper handling and disposal of hazardous chemical and biological agents.

National Youth Service Corps

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Office Assistant

Isiala Mbano, Imo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided essential administrative and clerical support, ensuring efficient office operations and effective information management.

Highlights

Managed document reproduction and printing, supporting critical administrative functions and information dissemination.

Coordinated the invigilation of examinations, ensuring adherence to academic integrity and procedural guidelines.

Handled incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, filing, and distribution, improving communication flow.

Supported office personnel by accurately taking and disseminating orders, contributing to seamless daily operations.

Dutse Makaranta Primary Health Care

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Laboratory Aide (Internship)

Bwari, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Gained foundational laboratory skills through hands-on experience in clinical sample collection, processing, and testing.

Highlights

Collected diverse clinical samples for microbiological examination, ensuring proper handling and preparation.

Performed standardized tests using laboratory equipment, contributing to accurate diagnostic procedures.

Processed various clinical samples (urine, stool, seminal fluid, vaginal discharge) for microscopical analysis.

Executed Gram staining techniques and prepared different types of culture media, supporting diagnostic capabilities.

Maintained meticulous records of test results in the laboratory book and issued results to clients, ensuring data integrity.

Mentored and educated other internship students on laboratory procedures and best practices.

Education

National Open University of Nigeria

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Master of Public Health (MPh) Public Health

Federal University of Technology Minna

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Technology (Hons) Biochemistry

Okehi Community Secondary School Uboro

Uboro, Kogi State, Nigeria
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Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC) General Studies

L.G.E.A. Nur. and Pry. School, Okaito-Eba

Okaito-Eba, Kogi State, Nigeria
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First School Leaving Certificate Primary Education

Languages

English

Igbira

Yoruba

Certificates

TB Microscopy Training

HIV Risk Stratification Tools

Recency Testing

Proficiency in Project Management Course (PMC) STEP 1

TB Risk Stratification Tools

Global Health eLearning Center (PMTCT)

Global Health eLearning Center

Global Health eLearning Center (M&E)

Global Health eLearning Center

Certificate of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

National Youth Service Corps

Certificate in Health Safety and Environment

Skills

Public Health & Disease Control

HIV Testing Services (HTS), HIV/AIDS Prevention & Treatment, TB/HIV Co-infection Management, Key Population Engagement (MSM, FSW, PWID, Transgender), Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT), Risk Assessment & Stratification, Patient Adherence, Disease Surveillance, Community Health Outreaches.

Counselling & Patient Care

Pre-test Counseling, Post-test Counseling, Patient Education, Psychosocial Support, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Screening, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Screening, Client Referral.

Laboratory & Diagnostics

Clinical Sample Collection (Viral Load, DBS, Urine, Stool, Seminal Fluid, Vaginal Discharge), Microbiological Examination, Standardized Test Procedures, Gram Staining, Culture Media Preparation, Test Kit Quality Checks, Recency Testing.

Data Management & Analysis

Data Documentation, Client Information Management Systems (HTS, NMRs), SPSS, Technical Field Reporting, Data Compilation & Summarization, Program Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E).

Project Management

Project Planning, Project Execution, Quality Improvement, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Adherence.

Software & Tools

MS Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, SPSS.

Communication & Collaboration

Effective Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Leadership, Training & Mentorship.

Safety & Compliance

Biohazard Safety Standards, Laboratory Safety Protocols, National Health Guidelines.

Interests

Continuous Learning

Reading, Research, Staying abreast of trends.

References

DR. FADI YUNUSA

Regional Manager IHVN-Abuja, Tel: 2348038936580, Email: fyunusa@ihvn.org

Dr. LAMBE ABIDEMI

Senior Technical Officer IHVN-Abuja, Tel: 2348173298873, Email: Labidemi@ihvnigeria.org

Mrs.Olaitan Ayodeji

Program Officer IHVN, Tel: 08034569697, Email: Oayodijiojo@ihvnigeria.org