DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

Iddrisu Kunamsi is a seasoned public health professional with over 14 years of progressive experience in various domains of public health. Currently serving as the District Director of Health Services (DDHS) for Sefwi Akontombra in the Western North Region of Ghana, Iddrisu has demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in managing health programs and initiatives. He previously held the position of DDHS for Bia East District in the same region. Throughout his career, Iddrisu has collaborated with a diverse range of stakeholders to implement health and community development projects aimed at benefiting vulnerable populations.

Professional Profile

Iddrisu Kunamsi’s professional journey is marked by extensive experience in essential public health areas including Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI), TB/HIV management, nutrition, surveillance, logistics management, capacity building, health financing, reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH), quality improvement, digital health, primary health care (PHC), health information management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and stakeholder engagement. His work with renowned organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, Marie Stopes, JSI, USAID, World Vision, WFP, Care International, and Impact Malaria has significantly advanced health outcomes and contributed to achieving global targets, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Iddrisu’s proven leadership abilities and his capacity to manage complex, time-sensitive projects while delivering timely results underscore his commitment to driving positive change in healthcare.

Career Objective

Iddrisu aims to leverage his extensive skill set and experience to contribute to the well-being of communities on a global scale. He is dedicated to implementing effective health policies, enhancing healthcare delivery, and fostering collaborations with various stakeholders to drive positive health outcomes. Iddrisu is committed to continuous professional development and aims to remain at the forefront of public health practice, ensuring that he can contribute to achieving global health targets and improving community health.

Iddrisu Kunamsi

DDHS-Sefwi Akontombra

Professional Experience

  • District Director of Health Services (DDHS), Sefwi Akontombra, Western North Region, Ghana

  • Former District Director of Health Services (DDHS), Bia East District, Western North Region, Ghana

  • Extensive experience in EPI, TB/HIV, Nutrition, surveillance, logistics management, capacity building, health financing, RMNCH, Quality Improvement, digital health, PHC, health information management, M&E, and stakeholders’ engagement

  • Collaborated with faith-based organizations, NGOs, bilateral and multi-lateral partners, government agencies, municipal and district assemblies

  • Implemented health and community development projects with organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, Marie Stopes, JSI, USAID, World Vision, WFP, Care International, and Impact Malaria

EDUCATION

  • Master of Public Health – University of Ghana

  • BSc Community Nutrition – University for Development Studies

  • Certificate in Health System Management, Leadership and Governance – Pentecost University College

Career History

  • District Director of Health Services (DDHS), Sefwi Akontombra, Western North Region, Ghana

  • Former District Director of Health Services (DDHS), Bia East District, Western North Region, Ghana

Duties

  • Overseeing healthcare delivery in the district

  • Implementing health policies and programs

  • Managing health programs and combating disease outbreaks

  • Collaborating with stakeholders for health and community development projects