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Profile

Background

Martin Sumani Daanko is a dedicated health professional currently serving as the Municipal Director of Health Service at the Komenda Edina Eguafo Abrem (KEEA) Municipal Health Directorate in Elmina, Central Region, Ghana. Born and raised with a passion for public health, Martin has dedicated nearly two decades to improving healthcare administration and disease control across various districts in Ghana. His robust educational background and extensive experience in public health have enabled him to make significant contributions to the communities he serves.

Professional Profile

As the Municipal Director of Health Service at KEEA, Martin Sumani Daanko has demonstrated exceptional leadership in healthcare administration. He holds advanced degrees in public health, specializing in epidemiology and disease control, which have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead effective health programs and interventions. Throughout his career, Martin has overseen the implementation of public health policies, supervised health program execution, and led disease outbreak investigations. His work has notably increased immunization coverage and improved the performance rankings of the districts under his administration.

Career Objective

Martin Sumani Daanko aims to continue his impactful work in public health by further enhancing healthcare delivery and outcomes in the regions he serves. His objective is to leverage his extensive experience and expertise to develop and implement innovative health strategies that address both emerging and existing health challenges. Martin is committed to fostering a health system that is resilient, efficient, and accessible to all, ensuring that every individual receives quality health services.

Martin Sumani Daanko

District Director, Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem Municipality.

Professional Experience

  • Municipal Director of Health Service, KEEA Municipality (September 2023 – Present)

  • District Director of Health Service, Ekumfi District (March 2021 – September 2023)

  • Acting Municipal Director of Health Service, Mfantseman Municipality (2019 – 2021)

EDUCATION

  • Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Disease Control, University of Ghana (2019)

  • Bachelor of Public Health in Epidemiology and Disease Control, University of Ghana (2014))

  • Certificate in Health Administration and Management, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) (2021)

  • Diploma in Community Health, College of Health and Well-being, Kintampo (2005

Career History

  • Municipal Director of Health Service, KEEA Municipality (September 2023 – Present)

  • District Director of Health Service, Ekumfi District (March 2021 – September 2023)

  • Acting Municipal Director of Health Service, Mfantseman Municipality (2019 – 2021)

  • Various roles in Ghana Health Service (nearly two decades of service)

Key Achievements 

  • Elevated immunization coverage for PENTA 3 in Ekumfi District from 97% to 116% in one year.

  • Advanced Ekumfi District’s performance ranking from 7th to 2nd place among 22 districts in the Central Region.

  • Improved Mfantseman Municipality’s performance from 21st to 4th place.

  • Mobilized resources for building a 30-seater conference hall for the municipal health directorate.

Reserch And Publications

  • Skilled delivery in Ekumfi District

  • Compliance with COVID-19 protocols

  • Tuberculosis treatment support

  • MPH thesis on the Enablers’ Support Package in TB Treatment (available in the University of Ghana’s repository)

Professional Affiliation And Skills

  • Member, Ghana Association of Public Health Technical Officers

  • National Secretary, District Directors of Health Services Group

  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, STATA, SPSS, data collection tools, and reference managers

  • Excellent report writing, training, facilitation, and community engagement skills

Recognition

  • Member, Ghana Association of Public Health Technical Officers

  • Recognized by the Municipal Health Directorate for outstanding contributions to health service delivery in Mfantseman Municipality (February 2022)