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Profile

Background

Mrs. Andoh is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive experience in healthcare practice and management in Ghana. She has a diverse background that includes roles as an Otolaryngology Nurse (ENT) for 11 years, a prescriber, and a Public Health practitioner for over 23 years. Her career is marked by a strong commitment to community health, evidenced by her leadership in various public health programs and initiatives.

Professional Profile

Mrs. Andoh is recognized for her expertise in healthcare management and public health practice. She has a comprehensive understanding of clinical and public health interventions and has successfully coordinated numerous programs, including Maternal and Child Health Nutrition Improvement Project (MCHNP), Pregnancy School, Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health, Community-based Health Planning and services (CHPS), HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis (TB), and various training initiatives.

Career Objective

Mrs. Andoh’s career objective is to continue making significant contributions to public health in Ghana. She aims to further develop her leadership skills and expand her impact on community health through innovative programs and effective management practices. Her goal is to promote sustainable healthcare solutions and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Mrs. Jennifer Andoh

DDHS- Korle-Klottey

Professional Experience

  • Otolaryngology Nurse (ENT) – 11 years

  • Public Health practitioner – over 23 years

  • Coordination of various public health programs and initiatives

EDUCATION

  • PhD student (current)

  • Master of Public Health (MPH)

  • Bachelor of Public Health (BPH)

  • Advanced Diploma in Otolaryngology Nurse (ENT)

  • Certificate in SRN (State Registered Nurse)

Other Training

  • Research in various health-related topics

  • Publications in research areas such as family planning, malaria, COVID-19 safety protocols, breastfeeding initiation, anaemia in pregnancy, acute malnutrition management, infection prevention and control, intermittent preventive therapy in pregnancy (IPTp)

Career History

  • Korle Klottey Municipal Health Directorate

  • Leadership roles in achieving recognition and awards for performance and service excellence

Duties

  • Direction and monitoring of clinical and public health interventions
  • Implementation and coordination of health programs
  • Introduction of community scorecards in CHPS zones
  • Achievement of performance awards and recognition