Chukwuemeka Makata
Programme Manager
Abuja
Summary
As an accomplished Assistant Director, I bring a wealth of expertise in Programme Management Design and a proven track record of success in both the private and public sectors. My career trajectory has been marked by a consistent climb through the ranks, during which I have honed my management skills and gained invaluable experiences. My professional affiliations are a testament to my commitment to excellence and continuous learning; I am a proud member of esteemed organizations such as the Nigerian Medical Association and the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. Furthermore, my strategic input is recognized on a global scale, as evidenced by my roles on the steering committees of the Global Network for Onchocerciasis Elimination and the PATH-supported MNT, PVS toolkit development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Chair
WHO-Global Onhocerciasis Netwoek for Elimination
05.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with other leaders to articulate organizational vision and develop roadmaps for achieving goals.
- Interface with NTD programme Managers and Stakeholder across the world on matters relating to Onchocerciasis elimination around the Globe.
- Coordinates cross border implementation of onchocerciasis elimination programmes.
- Work in partnership with orgnanisations to raise fund and implement strategies to achieve the WHO 2021-2030 Road Map for NTDs Elimination
Programme Manager
National Onchocerciasis Elimination Programme
10.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: National Onchocerciasis Elimination Programme, Federal Ministry of Health
- Employed as a Programme officer in the Public Health Department of the Federal Ministry of Health in 2018, I rose in rank to become the Programme Manager of the National Onchocerciasis Elimination Programme where I provide Technical and Management leadership to the Team. I am generally responsible for the programme’s human resources management, and most importantly, implementing the national strategy for onchocerciasis Elimination in the country.
Desk Officer, UNICEF Supported NTDs Programme
Federal Ministry of Health
01.2022 - Current
- Supported and provided keen insight into operational and programmatic activities.
- Promoted adherence to organizational policies by ensuring proper documentation was completed for all work activities.
- Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and updating information in the company database.
- Reduced response times to inquiries with efficient management of incoming calls, emails, and messages.
Education
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2005
Skills
Leadership
References
On Request
Interests
Debating, Pro Democracy Advocacy, Reading
Publications
- Onchocerciasis Nigeria 2 Appraisal of seven years of onchocerciasis in Nigeria | Sep 2023
- Onchocerciasis in Nigeria 1 History of Control Effort | May 2023
- The first 2 Nigerian States have Eliminated Onchocerciasis A Report of Post Ivermectin MDA surveillance | May 2022
Training
- Intercountry Implementation Research Training Workshop, Institute of Health, University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ghana Dec 2019 - Dec 2019
- NTD programme Mangers training, WHO Jan 2020 - Jan 2020
- Disease Elimination and Eradication Course, University of Global Health and Equity, Rwanda Jun 2024 - Jun 2024
Timeline
Vice Chair
WHO-Global Onhocerciasis Netwoek for Elimination
05.2023 - Current
Programme Manager
National Onchocerciasis Elimination Programme
10.2022 - Current
Desk Officer, UNICEF Supported NTDs Programme
Federal Ministry of Health
01.2022 - Current
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Ahmadu Bello University
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