Muhammad Jamil Saleh
Kano,Nigeria
Summary
A dynamic professional with over a decade of experience driving results in programme management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), strategic planning, and operational research. Skilled in root cause analysis, capacity building, and knowledge management, with a strong track record of strengthening health systems through data-driven decision-making. Specialized in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, adolescent, and elderly health, as well as nutrition (RMNCAEH+N), with proven expertise in stakeholder engagement and leading multi-sectoral initiatives. Proficient in DHIS2, EPI Info, STATA, SPSS, and Power BI, with a deep understanding of coverage trends and health indicators. Passionate about leveraging these competencies to design solutions that advance equity, improve outcomes, economic prospects, and create lasting change.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
LGA Facilitator – Lafiya Project
Palladium International Nigeria Limited
Kano
08.2022 - 11.2025
- Strengthened primary healthcare services and coordination structures from less that 50% 50 100% fostering environments aligned with achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals.
- Coordinated planning and implementation of state-wide health system interventions with multiple stakeholders including government bodies, development partners, and community structures.
- Provided technical assistance in development of State and LGA AOPs and participated in performance reviews.
- Monitored program progress using RMNCAEH+N scorecards, conducted routine data tracking and prepared activity, quarterly, and annual progress reports.
- Provided TA to catalyze implementation of Vulnerable Group Fund, BHCPF, Waqf contributing to increased enrollment of low-income populations and reduced out-of-pocket expenditures.
- Institutionalized use of data for action at state-level health data consultative meetings & LGA level driving evidence-based decision-making across PHC interventions
Data analyst trainee
MedTourEasy (Remote)
New Delhi – 110001, Connaught Place
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Analyzed complex datasets to identify trends and provide actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven strategies that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Utilised advanced statistical software to perform data manipulation and visualisation for reporting purposes.
- Created comprehensive reports that summarised findings and recommended solutions to improve business processes.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in data analysis tools and methodologies.
- Gathered and interpreted raw data through advanced analytics tools like Python and R programming languages..
- Utilised SQL queries to extract relevant information from large datasets.
LEC Consultant – Group ANC Deployment
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)
Kano
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Led implementation of group ANC deployment strategies to enhance healthcare access.
- Coordinated training sessions for healthcare staff to improve service delivery efficiency.
- Carried out Client exit or Client satisfaction interviews to assess quality of care with Over 90 clients interviewed.
- Generated comprehensive reports on project progress to inform senior management decisions.
- Developed and maintained partnerships with local health authorities to ensure programme sustainability.
- Analysed data trends to identify areas for improvement in maternal and child health services.
Program Manager – PMIs Malaria Project
Sustainable Development Initiative (SDI)
Abuja & Nasarawa
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Led program team in securing a $300,000 grant for a malaria capacity building project in 2 States (Nasarawa & Plateau).
- Coordinated cross-project activities and developed detailed budgets across various states.
- Established collaborative relationships with regional and global malaria platforms.
Malaria NSLO – CDC Malaria Flagship Project
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
Kano, Dambatta & Ajingi
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented training programmes for field staff on malaria surveillance techniques.
- Facilitated collaboration with local health authorities to enhance malaria intervention strategies.
- Conducted data analysis to identify trends and inform public health decision-making processes.
- Coordinated Malaria data management, managed data sets of over 1000 data elements (DHIS-2) and facilitated monthly entry of malaria data into DHIS 2.0 platform.
- Prepared monthly and bi-weekly technical reports/documents on malaria-NSTOP activities.
- Led coordination efforts for malaria control initiatives across multiple regions.
Data Clerk / Analyst intern
Polio Emergency Operations Center (Polio EOC)
Kano, Nasarawa
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Analysed large datasets to identify trends and patterns for reporting purposes. Resolving non-compliances cases and Child absent to less than 5% before next campaign.
- Assisted with data entry and validation to ensure accuracy of information.
- Developed and maintained spreadsheets for tracking project progress and metrics.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline data collection processes and improve efficiency.
Education
Masters - Public Health, Epidemiology
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria 01.2024 -
Professional master’s - health economics
Bayero University Kano
KanoBSc. - Microbiology
Ahmadu Bello University
ZariaSkills
- Project Planning and Execution
- DHIS2, EPI Info, STATA, SPSS, Power BI
- MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS word
- Time management and Team player
- Knowledge of coverage trends
- Excellent Communication Skills
Certification
- Data triangulation for improved immunization programs, WHO, 2020
- Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response, WHO, 2019
- Global Health Project Management, University of Washington, 2019
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Hausa - Fluent
HOBBIES
Reading, Writing, Travelling, Researching and Table Tennis.
VOLUNTEERING POSITIONS
- Network for Community Empowerment and Advancement (NCAE), Member Grant and Technical committee, 2021, Present
- Coursera, Community mentor for infectious disease, 2014, 2014, Epidemics, Pandemics and Outbreaks
- Network for Community Empowerment and Advancement (NCAE), Vice President, 2018, 2019
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Targeted Policy windows to catalyze health care reform
- TA in development and operationalization of over 6 major health governance documents (a Kano HRH strategic plan, KNCDCB bill, KSCHMA 10-year strategic plan, KCONS bill, HSAP, and multi-hazard emergency response plan)
- Up-skilling & Institutional strengthening
- Over 40 capacity-building or mentoring sessions to PHC teams strengthening local ownership and responsiveness at LGA level.
- EPR & Committee Costed Plans
- Enhanced the state’s health emergency preparedness and response capacity with a one-health security policy and plans. Establishment of sub-national CDC (KNCDC).
- Program Performance
- Team efforts led to an A+ program rating, 2024 FY.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Assessment of Employees willingness to pay for health care insurance in Kano (2019) - Postgraduate
- Production of biobutanol from Cassava and sweet potato substrates using Clostridium Acetobutylicum isolated from the soil (2014) - Undergraduate
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Health Systems Strengthening (HSS)
- Strategic Planning & Policy Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Programming
- Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Report Writing & Technical Documentation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Data analyst trainee
MedTourEasy (Remote)
10.2025 - 10.2025
Masters - Public Health, Epidemiology
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2024 -
LGA Facilitator – Lafiya Project
Palladium International Nigeria Limited
08.2022 - 11.2025
LEC Consultant – Group ANC Deployment
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)
02.2021 - 08.2022
Program Manager – PMIs Malaria Project
Sustainable Development Initiative (SDI)
02.2020 - 08.2021
Malaria NSLO – CDC Malaria Flagship Project
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
08.2016 - 01.2020
Data Clerk / Analyst intern
Polio Emergency Operations Center (Polio EOC)
07.2015 - 08.2016
BSc. - Microbiology
Ahmadu Bello University
Professional master’s - health economics
Bayero University Kano