HAUWA SULEIMAN ZAHRADEEN
Nassarawa
Summary
Experienced media professional with expertise in news reporting, broadcasting, and programme production. Led health communication initiatives with PATHS2 and APHRC, utilising qualitative research and data analysis to enhance public awareness. Managed relationships with stakeholders and federal ministries, driving effective health and agricultural reporting. Skilled in translation and transcription between English and Hausa, facilitating accurate communication and community engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Reporters / Reporter/ Broadcaster
Radio Kano
Kano, Nigeria
01.2008 - Current
- Edited and proofread articles for junior journalists, enhancing clarity, style, and factual correctness.
- Conducted in-depth research to gather accurate information for news stories, maintaining integrity in reporting.
- Worked with colleagues to provide current and accurate output for local, national and international consumption.
- Contributed significantly to public awareness through accurate and impactful reporting.
- Supported dissemination of development and health-related information to diverse audiences.
- Attended press conferences and other events, effectively gathering information for reporting.
- Investigated and reported on local and national news stories, maintaining accuracy and impartiality.
Qualitative Data Analyst
Partnership for Transforming Health Systems II (PATHS2)
10.2009 - 12.2009
- Analysed qualitative data from Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and In-Depth Interviews (IDIs).
- Prepared detailed reports summarising findings from data analyses, emphasising strategic recommendations for decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and deliver actionable insights.
- Managed data extraction, transformation, and loading processes, ensuring data integrity across systems.
- Conducted regular data audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Compiled community-level and state-level reports to support informed planning and interventions.
- Contributed to evidence-based health communication interventions.
Transcriber/Translator
African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC), Nairobi, Kenya
05.2008 - 09.2008
- Transcribed Hausa-language FGDs and IDIs.
- Translated qualitative data into English.
- Prepared final transcripts for research analysis.
- In Collaboration with Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR), Kano
- Transcribed audio files with high accuracy, adhering to clients' specific formatting requirements to deliver quality transcripts.
- Completed transcriptions with outstanding precision and efficiency to meet assigned turnaround timeframes.
Programme Producer / News Manager
Radio Kano
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Produced the weekly Hausa health programme "Kiwon Lafiya."
- Anchored live one-hour health phone-in programmes.
- Conducted interviews with health experts and stakeholders.
- Coordinated, edited, and supervised news bulletins.
- Managed news production and broadcasting operations.
- Performed newscasting and editorial duties.
- Researched potential stories and developed ideas to appeal to target audiences.
- Developed creative ideas to design stunning visual concepts.
- Collaborated with director to brainstorm ways to execute concept and script, overseeing development and stages of production cycle.
Transcriber and Translator
Population Council / USAID, Abuja
07.2006 - 08.2006
- Transcribed and translated qualitative research interviews.
- Converted Hausa interview data into English.
- Supported data management and documentation processes.
- Managed tight deadlines, prioritising tasks effectively to guarantee timely delivery of transcription projects.
- Researched technical terms and unfamiliar jargon to improve the accuracy and quality of transcriptions.
Ministries Reporter - FMoH & FMARD
Media Trust Limited, Abuja
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Produced news reports and feature stories on health and agricultural development, contributing to informed public discourse.
- Reported on disease outbreaks and public health issues, raising awareness and informing public response.
- Covered agriculture and rural development activities, highlighting key challenges and advancements.
- Collaborated with Federal Ministries of Health and Agriculture to facilitate communication and coordination.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Travelled to and attended events, conducting on-the-ground interviews to gather information and explain events or situations as incidents occurred.
- Attended press conferences and public meetings, summarising and reporting findings to the wider audience.
Education
Master of Public Policy and Administration -
Bayero University
Kano01-2012
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) - Public Policy and Administration
Bayero University
Kano01-2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication/Hausa
Bayero University
Kano01-1999
Skills
- News Reporting and Broadcasting
- Media relations
- Radio Programme Production
- Media Production Equipment
- Public Awareness Campaigns
- Development Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Community engagement
- Qualitative data analysis
- Media evaluation
- Evaluation tools development
- Project Management
- Data reporting
- Report Writing
- Report documentation
- Technical writing
- ICT and Office Productivity Tools
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Internet Research
- Data Documentation
- Audio Transcription
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Health advocacy
Languages
English
Hausa
Custom
- Partnership for Transforming Health Systems II (PATHS2), Qualitative Data Analyst, 2009-10-01, 2009-12-01, Health Communication Intervention Formative Qualitative Baseline Survey, Jigawa State, Analyzed qualitative data from Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and In-Depth Interviews (IDIs)., Prepared community-level and state-level reports., Contributed to evidence-based health communication interventions.
- African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC), Nairobi, Kenya, Transcriber/Translator, 2008-05-01, 2008-09-01, Assessing Socio-Economic Factors Associated with the Use and Non-Use of Modern Contraceptives in Northern Nigeria, Transcribed Hausa-language FGDs and IDIs., Translated qualitative data into English., Prepared final transcripts for research analysis.
- Population Council / USAID, Abuja, Transcriber and Translator, 2006-07-01, 2006-08-01, Baseline Survey on Preventing HIV/AIDS among Married Adolescents in Northern Nigeria, Transcribed and translated qualitative research interviews., Converted Hausa interview data into English., Supported data management and documentation processes.
Timeline
Qualitative Data Analyst
Partnership for Transforming Health Systems II (PATHS2)
10.2009 - 12.2009
Transcriber/Translator
African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC), Nairobi, Kenya
05.2008 - 09.2008
Head of Reporters / Reporter/ Broadcaster
Radio Kano
01.2008 - Current
Transcriber and Translator
Population Council / USAID, Abuja
07.2006 - 08.2006
Programme Producer / News Manager
Radio Kano
01.2004 - 01.2008
Ministries Reporter - FMoH & FMARD
Media Trust Limited, Abuja
01.2003 - 01.2004
Master of Public Policy and Administration -
Bayero University
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) - Public Policy and Administration
Bayero University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication/Hausa
Bayero University