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Profile

Background

Ms. Vida Efua Afful is currently serving as the District Director of Health Services in Atiwa East District. Her professional journey is marked by a commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality in various districts of Ghana. Known for her dedication, empathy, and leadership skills, Ms. Afful fosters a collaborative and innovative environment within her team.

Education

Ms. Afful holds a Master’s degree in International Health from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, reflecting her expertise in global health issues and policies. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Administration from the University of Ghana, providing a solid foundation in management principles applicable to healthcare settings. Additionally, her training in Community Medicine and Health in Kintampo and her qualification as a Registered General Nurse from Tamale underscore her comprehensive understanding of healthcare delivery at both community and clinical levels.

Work

Ms. Vida Efua Afful embarked on her career in healthcare administration in the Birim South District in 2010, where she began making significant contributions to local health systems. Her experience expanded when she was posted to Kwahu East in 2017, where she continued to enhance healthcare services through strategic leadership and implementation of health programs. Since 2020, she has been serving as the District Director of Health Services in Atiwa East District, focusing on ensuring that healthcare is not merely a service but a fundamental right accessible to all residents. Her tenure is characterized by a proactive approach to addressing community health needs and fostering partnerships for sustainable healthcare development. Ms. Afful envisions a district where healthcare is not just a service but a fundamental right accessible to all. Her leadership philosophy emphasizes inclusivity, quality improvement, and community engagement to achieve optimal health outcomes. Ms. Vida Efua Afful continues to play a pivotal role in shaping healthcare policies and practices in Atiwa East District, driven by her passion for equitable healthcare and commitment to public service.

Ms. Vida Efua Afful

District Director, Atiwa East District.

Professional Experience

  • Outstanding organisation and
    mobilization skills.
  • Reproductive Health.
  • Monitoring and supportive
    supervision.
  • Ability to give health educational
    talks.
  • Data entry into DHIMS.
  • Report writing.

  • Counselling skills in Family Planning and HIV.

  • Ability to develop and implement
    programmes.

EDUCATION

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

  • University of Cape-Coast (2016-
    2017) M.A Health Education.

Other Training

  • Leadership and Governance.

  • Training on Differential Service
    Delivery (DSD) on HIV.

  • Anti-Retro viral Therapy (ART)
    Training.

  • TOT in Family Planning.

  • Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive
    Health.

  • Capacity Development Workshop on Corporate Governance for Advisory Board Members.

  • Life Saving Skills workshop on Safe
    Motherhood.

  • PMTCT /HIV workshop.

  • Capacity building on Mental Health
    by WHO QualityRight.

Career History

  • Work with Ghana Health Service 2005-date.

Duties

  • To implement all National Policies on Health at the Municipal level.

Languages Spoken

  • English.
  • Twi (Asante).

Hobbies

  • Reading.
  • Singing.

  • Listening to News.