DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

I am a dedicated public health professional with over a decade of experience in health services management, epidemiology, and disease control. My career is driven by a passion for improving health systems and outcomes through effective leadership and evidence-based practices. I have a proven track record in managing health service delivery at the district level, conducting impactful research, and engaging in continuous professional development.

Professional Profile

I aim to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute to public health improvements and policy development. My expertise includes health services management, epidemiology, and the implementation of strategies to address public health challenges.

Career Objective

To lead and innovate in managing public health services, ensuring efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

To contribute to the field of epidemiology through research and implementation of strategies that address public health challenges.

To continue developing professionally through training and practical experiences that enhance my leadership and technical skills in public health.

Mr. Kennedy Ohene-Adjei

DDHS- Tain District

Professional Experience

  • Ghana Health Service, Tain District Health Directorate

  • Ghana Health Service, Dormaa West District Health Directorate

  • National EPI, Ghana Health Service (GHS)

  • National Surveillance Department, GHS (June 2018)

  • Research Assistant for Urban Immunization Project, John Snow Inc., Ghana (April 2018)

  • Principal Technical Officer, Ghana Health Service, Accra Metro (July 2017 – June 2018)

  • WHO Consultant (STOP Program), World Health Organization, Pakistan (January 2016 – June 2017)

  • Disease Control Officer, Ghana Health Service, Accra Metro (April 2007 – January 2016)

EDUCATION

  • Post Graduate Certificate in Health Administration and Management, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Accra, Ghana (July 2019 – August 2019)

  • Professional Certificate in Leadership and Governance for Health Systems, Pentecost University College, Accra, Ghana (August 2018 – March 2019)

  • Master of Public Health (MPH), University of Ghana, Legon, Accra, Ghana (August 2014 – December 2015)

  • Bachelor of Science in Human Development & Psychology, Regent University College of Science & Technology, Accra, Ghana (August 2009 – April 2013)

Other Training

  • Level 2 Certificate on Reducing Inequalities and Improving Coverage, WHO Scholar Online Training, Geneva (May – June 2019)

  • EPI Coverage Survey Data Analysis Training using STATA, GHS National EPI, Ghana (February 2018)

  • STOP 47 Field Epidemiology Training, CDC, Atlanta (January 2016)

Duties

  • Managing health service delivery at the district level

  • Conducting research and data analysis

  • Supervising national health programs and assessments

  • Collaborating with various health organizations

  • Leading public health initiatives and responses to disease outbreaks

Languages Spoken

  • English.