DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

Mr. Jerdu Bin-Eranaa Nuhu is a distinguished Ghanaian health professional with a notable career in Public Health and Nutrition, primarily serving the Lambussie District. Born on October 21, 1984, in Chapuri, Mr. Jerdu has built a successful career over more than a decade within the Ghana Health Service. His professional journey underscores a deep commitment to enhancing health and nutrition services in his community.

Professional Profile

Mr. Jerdu Bin-Eranaa Nuhu is currently the Acting District Director of Health Service (Ag. DDHS) for the Lambussie District. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Community Nutrition from the University for Development Studies and a Master of Public Health in Health Education and Promotion from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). His professional qualifications are further supported by advanced training in health systems management, leadership, and public financial management. He is recognized for his leadership in implementing health policies and managing health services at the district level.

Career Objective

Mr. Jerdu aims to continue enhancing public health and nutrition services within the Lambussie District by leveraging his extensive experience and educational background. His objective is to drive effective health service delivery, ensure the successful implementation of health policies, and contribute to the overall improvement of health outcomes in the district.

Mr. Jerdu Bin-Eranaa Nuhu

DDHS- Lambussie District

Professional Experience

  • Acting District Director of Health Service (Ag. DDHS), Lambussie District

    April 2022 – present

  • Lambussie District Nutrition Officer

    June 2011 – April 2022

  • District Focal Person for Human Resource and Administration

    February 2012 – January 2021

EDUCATION

  • Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi

    Master of Public Health in Health Education and Promotion (2015 – 2017)

  • University for Development Studies, Tamale

    Bachelor of Science in Community Nutrition (2005 – 2009)

Other Training

  • GIMPA

    Certificate in Health Administration and Management (2018)

  • Pentecost University

    Executive Professional Certificate in Health Systems Management, Leadership, and Governance (2019)

  • Ghana Health Service

    Public Financial Management Protocols (2023)

Duties

  • Overseeing daily administrative operations as Acting District Director of Health Service

  • Monitoring and advising on health service implementation

  • Providing technical guidelines on nutrition activities

  • Facilitating capacity building and implementing national health programs

  • Determining human resource requirements and developing information systems