ABUBAKAR HASSAN
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Health Economist, Public Health Specialist
Sokoto
Summary
Desire a chance to use my experience, knowledge and education to help any Organization meet and surpass the set goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in the appropriate position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag. Director General
Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
Director of Programs
Sokoto State Contributory Care Management Agency
07.2018 - 05.2023
- Established systems for tracking participant progress over time, enabling us to monitor individual achievements as well as overall trends.
- Spearheaded successful marketing campaigns that attracted new participants to our programs while retaining existing ones.
- Enhanced communication within the organization by establishing regular meetings with key stakeholders and creating comprehensive progress reports.
- Launched new initiatives that addressed identified gaps in services, expanding the organization''s offerings to better meet community needs.
- Designing, Overseeing and Evaluating All Programs of the Agency
- Implemented innovative solutions to challenges faced by programs, contributing to improved outcomes for all participants involved.
- Oversaw strategic planning initiatives that resulted in the growth of the organization''s healthcare services portfolio.
- Implemented evidence-based best practices in program design and service delivery, enhancing overall quality of care.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering a commitment to excellence among staff members.
- Championed the integration of new technologies to streamline processes and improve patient experiences within the healthcare system.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create holistic, integrated services for diverse populations.
- Assumed liaison role between government partners, program service providers and families in care planning and service coordination activities.
- Led successful grant writing efforts resulting in additional funding for healthcare programs expansion.
- Reduced overall costs by optimizing resource allocation and budget management practices.
- Developed individualized care plans with adherence to national wraparound initiative standards and treatment planning requirements.
- Increased patient satisfaction with innovative, patient-centered approaches to health care delivery.
Chairman Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Civil Service Chapter
Association of Medical Lab. Scientists of Nigeria
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Developed innovative approaches to problem-solving, leveraging resources and driving results.
- Facilitated high-level negotiations with key stakeholders, securing beneficial agreements for all parties involved.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Built strong relationships with state government, ensuring quality healthcare delivery in the state.
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- Maintained regulatory compliance across all areas of diagnostic healthcare in the state, mitigating reputational damage.
Focal Person Joint SDG joint program on social protection
UNICEF
12.2019 - 6 2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Publicity Sec., Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Branch
11.2016 - 01.2020
- Improved patient care with accurate and timely test results through meticulous attention to detail in sample handling by members through routine engagement and sensitization
- Assisted in the training of new laboratory assistants, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure optimal functionality, minimizing downtime due to technical issues.
- Collaborated with fellow lab assistants to develop more efficient strategies for task completion, increasing overall productivity levels.
Head of Chemical Pathology
Specialists Hospital Sokoto
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Overseeing and supervising all the activities of the unit
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Head of Department, Medical Laboratory Science
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly plans based on weekly trends.
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Provided ongoing staff development opportunities through training programs, workshops, and regular feedback sessions.
- Improved turn around time for all investigations
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly and accurately, rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement.
Education
Masters Degree - Public Health
National Open University of Nigeria, Sokoto Study Center
Sokoto Study Center11.2023
Master of Health Economics - Health Economics
Bayero University Kano
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria10.2022
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Techniques (BMLT) - Medical Laboratory Science
Jamia Hamdard (Hamdard University), New Delhi, India
Delhi, India05.2014
National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) -
College of Education, Sokoto
Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria11.2008
Primary School Certificate - undefined
Magajin Rafi Model Primary School, Sokoto
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University of Washington, USA
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University of Global Health Equity, Kigali, Rwanda
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International Training Center of the International Labour Organization, Turin, Italy
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Healthcare Leadership Academy
Skills
Knowledge of Health Financing, Health Economics, Nigeria’s Health Insurance System and Social Protection, Resource Mobilization in Health, Management Skills, Research driven, Creative, Advocacy Skills, Excellent Writing and Communication skills, Facilitation and Presentation Skills, Knowledge Management and Transfer Skills, Data gathering and Analytical skills, Proficient in the use of computer packages such as MS Word and Power Point
Attributesandvalues
- Creative and Innovative with Stress Management Ability
- Result and Time Oriented
- Responsive and Enthusiastic
- Strategic Thinking and Good Judgment
- Great Team Player with Excellent Interpersonal Relationship Ability
- Accountable and Transparent
- Passionate and Hardworking
- Honesty and Integrity
Professionalexperience
- Design and review of programs in Health Insurance
- Communication and Marketing strategies
- Health Financing strategies
- Laboratory Investigations Including Molecular and Immunological Techniques
- Management of stock and regular Quality Control
- Supervision of all Investigations carried out in the Laboratories
- Monthly Report of stock and review of all Investigations done
- Conducting monthly Customer Satisfaction Survey
- Ensure consistency with all customers/Patients
Experienceinhealthfinancinginsurance
- Development of Sokoto State Health Insurance Agency operational manuals by Health Finance and Governance (HFG/USAID) Abuja 2018
- Development of Sokoto State Tertiary Institutions Contributory Health care plan (STICHP) Sokoto 2018
- Developing of Communication and Marketing Strategies for the Sokoto State Contributory Health Care Scheme Sokoto 2018
- Estimating Household Healthcare Expenditures for Sokoto State Health Accounts (SHA) Sokoto 2018
- Health Financing workshop for the Basic Health Care Provision Fund “Strengthening Health Financing at the frontlines: A course to support Health Financing arrangements at the Sub-National level Abuja 2019
- “Shaping the future of Health Insurance in Nigeria” looking backwards to move forwards Kano 2019
- “Community Based Contributory Health Care Scheme: A sustainable option for Universal Health Coverage.” A paper presented at the 7th Sokoto State Council on Health Meeting Sokoto 2019
- “Mandatory Contributory Health Care Scheme: The Path to Universal Health Coverage.” A paper presented at a public lecture on the International Universal Health Coverage Day Sokoto 2019
- Designing and reviewing of programmes in Formal and Informal Sectors
- Programme Monitoring and Supervision
- Registration of Third-Party Administrators/Health Maintenance Organizations
- Sensitization/Mobilization of enrollees about the scheme and their rights
Positions Held
- 06/2023-10/2023, Ag. Director General, Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (State Health Insurance Agency)
- 02/2017 - 05/2023, Director Programs, Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (State Health Insurance Agency)
- 08/2020 - 07/2023, Chairman Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Civil Service Chapter
- 12/2019 - 06/2022, Focal Person Joint SDG joint program on social protection
- 01/2016 - 06/2018, Head of Chemical Pathology, Specialists Hospital Sokoto
- 11/2016 - 01/2017, Head of Department, Medical Laboratory Science
- 11/2016 - 2020, Publicity Sec., Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Branch
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/26/78
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Dr. M.H. Yeldu, Head of Department, Hematology, School of Medical Laboratory Science, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, mhyeldu@gmail.com, 08036050479
- Comrade Aminu Umar Ahmad, Director General, Sokoto State Contributory Health Care Management Agency, Aminuumar007@gmail.com, 07030234839
- Murtala Ladan, Department of Social Studies, SSCOE, Sokoto, 08060674263
Football, Reading and Travelling
Loves playing and watching Football
Likes reading, research and innovation
Enjoys travelling to explore new ideas
Timeline
Ag. Director General
Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency
06.2023 - 10.2023
Chairman Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Civil Service Chapter
Association of Medical Lab. Scientists of Nigeria
08.2020 - 07.2023
Focal Person Joint SDG joint program on social protection
UNICEF
12.2019 - 6 2022
Director of Programs
Sokoto State Contributory Care Management Agency
07.2018 - 05.2023
Publicity Sec., Association of Medical Laboratory Science Sokoto State Branch
11.2016 - 01.2020
Head of Department, Medical Laboratory Science
11.2016 - 01.2017
Head of Chemical Pathology
Specialists Hospital Sokoto
01.2016 - 06.2018
Masters Degree - Public Health
National Open University of Nigeria, Sokoto Study Center
Master of Health Economics - Health Economics
Bayero University Kano
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Techniques (BMLT) - Medical Laboratory Science
Jamia Hamdard (Hamdard University), New Delhi, India
National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) -
College of Education, Sokoto
Primary School Certificate - undefined
Magajin Rafi Model Primary School, Sokoto
undefined
University of Washington, USA
undefined
University of Global Health Equity, Kigali, Rwanda
undefined
International Training Center of the International Labour Organization, Turin, Italy
undefined
Healthcare Leadership Academy
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