Simiyu Wanjala

Enthusiastic and analytical minded project health professional with a rich mix of over 5 years’ experience in project management and designing of M & E systems, and managing water, sanitation and hygiene projects in urban, rural and emergency response contexts. Equipped with a record of success in managing, designing, developing and coordinating WASH and livelihood programs. Excel in building strong relationships and developing strategies that lead projects teams to success. Adept at seamlessly integrating project technical aspects and making the information relatable to non-technical personnel. Polished in establishing partners and stakeholder relations across different organizational levels with internal and external stakeholders, senior management, consultants, and other partners to drive organization's long-term objectives.

• Orchestrated a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem that significantly impacted the lives of thousands of refugees by overseeing primary and secondary healthcare, community health, reproductive health, nutrition, WASH, MHPSS, and health information systems, I ensured a holistic approach to well-being.
• Facilitated the successful execution of emergency response programs during refugee influxes and disease outbreaks. This not only adhered to established protocols but also showcased my ability to navigate challenging situations and provide timely and effective interventions.
• Establishment of community-based HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs focusing on high-risk populations, that significantly increased access to testing and treatment services.
• Initiated strategic partnerships with local health facilities led to a seamless referral system, ensuring continuous care for affected individuals. This collaboration resulted in a remarkable 20% reduction in treatment interruption rates, emphasizing the success of my efforts.
• Increase in disaster risk awareness by15% through empowering communities to proactively mitigate potential threats.
• Fostered a collaborative environment, leading to a 25% increase in information accuracy and streamlined processes.
• Developed and executed comprehensive community engagement strategies, resulting in increased awareness and understanding of SRH and GBV issues among the Persons of Concerns (Refugees) At Kalobeyei Reception center.
• Coordinated and managed projects involving cross-functional teams, which resulted in a remarkable 10% increase in team efficiency. By fostering collaboration and streamlining workflows among diverse teams, we significantly optimized our project operations, delivering impactful results.
• Facilitated more effective grant allocations for health and nutrition programs. This resulted in a measurable improvement in the well-being of school-going children, reflected in increased attendance rates and decreased health-related absenteeism.
• Prioritized WASH initiatives in Kakuma and Kalobeyei Refugee settlement, ensuring uninterrupted access to sanitation, safe water, and hygiene practices. These efforts significantly improved living conditions and health standards for thousands in the refugee community.

• Master of Science in Sanitation | Meru University of Science and Technology | Ongoing and graduation expected in October 2024.
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health |Meru University of Science and Technology |2013 - 2017.