Profile

Background

Clifford Vengkungmene is an experienced health service administrator with over eight years as a District Director of Health Services in the Ghana Health Service. He holds advanced degrees in Public Health Management and Organizational Development and is a Certified Organizational Development Consultant. His expertise encompasses health administration, management, leadership, and statistical analysis. Clifford is proficient in various computer applications and statistical software, contributing to his effectiveness in public health research and service management.

Professional Profile

Clifford’s career in the Ghana Health Service has been marked by significant achievements in district health management. He has led initiatives that have improved health service delivery, including the rehabilitation of health facilities and high immunization coverage rates. Internationally, he gained advanced training in health systems management and organizational development. His research and fieldwork, supported by organizations like UNICEF, have provided valuable insights for health service improvements.

Career Objective

Clifford aims to continue developing professionally to meet evolving demands in health service management. His focus includes continuous performance monitoring, promoting staff development, implementing professional education, and expanding laboratory services across health centers in the municipality to enhance clinical services and health outcomes.

Clifford Vengkungmene

DDHS-Sissala East

Education

  • PhD Student: International Healthcare System

  • Master’s in Public Health Management: New Delhi, India

  • Master’s in Organizational Development: CCOD-UDS

  • Certified Organizational Development Consultant: Institute of Organizational Development, Florida, US

  • Bachelor of Science in Statistics

  • Diploma in Community Health (Disease Control option)

Training and Certifications

  • Health Administration and Management: Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

  • Executive Professional Certificate in Health Systems Management, Leadership and Governance: Pentecost University

  • Computer and Statistical Software Proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, SPSS, Epi Info, STATA, Mendeley, Zotero

Publications

  • Adolescent Pregnancy in Wa West District

  • Hospital Work Shifts and Maternal Deaths in Upper West Region Hospitals

Achievements 

  • Scored 4.0 in consecutive years in the Ghana Health Service holistic assessment for districts.

  • Achieved 94% average coverage for all antigens under the Expanded Programme on Immunization.

  • Conducted a data collection exercise for enumerating foreign immigrants in 2023, supported by UNICEF.

  • Rehabilitated Nabulo Health Centre with support from the Hon. Member of Parliament.