constance dede

Constance Dede is a dedicated and passionate public health practitioner with a background in health systems management, health awareness and promotion, immunization, and community social mobilization and engagement. she is committed to improving public health outcomes through targeted interventions, education, and community participation. Experienced in designing and implementing health programs, conducting research, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to engage communities, build partnerships, and drive positive change especially in low and medium income countries.

Constance has attained the following degree;
PhD in Health systems management (in view).
Masters in Public Health, University of Port Harcourt 2021.
B.Tech in Biomedical technology, University of Port Harcourt 2015

Professional Experience:
As a public health practitioner that is passionate about health promotion, she has been involved in immunization at the Bayelsa state Emergency Routine Immunization Coordinating Centre which is coordinated by the Bayelsa stated Primary Health Care Board

health awareness campaigns and increasing knowledge and behavior change.
Coordinated immunizations programs, ensuring timely delivery of vaccines and monitoring coverage rates.
Involved in community engagement initiatives, establishing partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders to promote health education and mobilize community participation.
Conducted needs assessments and surveys to identify health priorities and inform program planning.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop evidence-based strategies and interventions for health promotion.

Conducted research on baseline assessment of immunization uptake and data analysis to evaluate the impact of health programs and interventions.
Coordinated with government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to advocate for improved health services and resources.

Skills:
Good knowledge of public health principles, epidemiology, and disease prevention.
Proficient in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse communities.
Ability to analyze health data and utilize evidence for decision-making.
Experience in capacity building, training, and advocacy.
Proficient in project management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Fluency in English

M&E data Officer

Emergency Routine Immunization Co-ordinating Center. (Bayelsa state Primary Health Care Board) 2019 - 2023

 Key responsibilities

• RISS supervision in health facilities.
• Data analysis, visualization and presentation for inform decision making and action.
• Community engagement and advocacy visits to traditional rulers and media houses.
• Mobilization and sensitization of women for the acceptance of vaccination.
• Documentation and dissemination of minute of meetings.
• Tracking of supervisors on the field.
• Tracking of responsible persons due for work action.

Programme assistant.
Bayelsa state Ministry of Health, Malaria Elimination Programme (2017-2018) NYSC.
            Key responsibilities

• State supervisor during community LLIN utilization, tracking and mentoring programme
• Documentation of minute of programme activities such as training, meetings and advocacy visits.
• Ensued proper dissemination of information before, during and after programme activities.
• Proper documentation and follow-up of malaria commodities.
   

• 2022 till date  PhD Health Systems Management (in view)    University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Port Harcourt.
• 2019 - 2021    Masters in Public Health   University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Port Harcourt.
• 2017 - 2018   National Youth Service Corp (NYSC).
• 2010 - 2015  B.Tech., Biomedical Technology, Second Class Honours,
   University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Port Harcourt.
• 2001 - 2007  Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE), The Light Secondary School, Borikiri, Port Harcourt.
• 1995 - 2001   First School Leaving Certificate, New Era Nursery and Primary School, Port Harcourt.