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Profile

Background

Mr. Mohammed Mutala Abilena is the District Director of Health Service for Kwahu East District in the Eastern Region of Ghana. He has extensive experience in both practical healthcare settings and academic environments. His tenure includes notable contributions to healthcare through collaborations with various NGOs, including PATH Malaria Care and the Japanese Organization for International Cooperation in Family Planning (JOICFP). His work has led to the construction of key health facilities and significant improvements in maternal and child health within his district. Kwahu East District, established on February 29, 2008, is located in the northern part of the Eastern Region, characterized by its escarpments, notable mountains, and a diverse climate with a double maxima rainfall pattern.

Professional Profile

Mr. Mohammed Mutala Abilena is a dedicated and experienced health professional with a strong background in public health management and advocacy. He holds a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Ghana and has a keen interest in quantitative research using STATA. Mr. Mohammed is an advocate for improved maternal and child health and has successfully managed significant health initiatives and budgets in his current role. His leadership was recognized in 2024 when his district was awarded Second-Best Performing District for 2023.

Career Objective

Mr. Mohammed aims to continue improving health service delivery in Kwahu East District by leveraging his expertise in public health management. He seeks to further enhance maternal and child health services, address healthcare access issues in remote communities, and manage district health resources effectively. His objective is to build on the district’s achievements and address existing needs, including infrastructure and outreach capabilities.

Mr. Mohammed Mutala Abilena

DDHS- Kwahu East District

Professional Experience

  • District Director of Health Service

    Kwahu East District, Eastern Region, September 2019 – Present

  • PATH Malaria Care

  • Japanese Organization for International Cooperation in Family Planning (JOICFP)

EDUCATION

  • Master of Public Health

    University of Ghana, Legon

Career History

  • District Director of Health Service, Kwahu East District, Eastern Region, September 2019 – Present

  • Worked with PATH Malaria Care

  • Collaborated with JOICFP

Duties

  • Overseeing health initiatives and managing health services in Kwahu East District

  • Translating and implementing health policies

  • Managing an annual budget of GHC 15,000,000 – 18,000,000 ($937,000 – $1,125,000)

  • Advising the District Assembly on health matters

  • Leading efforts to improve maternal and child health

  • Addressing infrastructure needs, including office accommodation and transport for outreach services