OKECHUKWU IGWEAGU
Enugu
Summary
Medical Activity Manager with expertise in tropical medicine and a track record of leading teams to achieve operational excellence. Demonstrated success in organizing activities and enhancing team coordination. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities foster a collaborative work environment. Ready to apply strategic planning and team-building skills in Medical Activity Management roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Medical Activity Manager/Interim PMR
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
Ethiopia Somali Region emergency response unit (SR, Ethiopia
2024.02 - 2025.08
- Conducted epidemiological surveillance and collected line lists for meningitis, measles, and cholera cases in collaboration with Somali Region Regional Health Bureau.
- Supported Epidemiologist and Surveillance Officer in executing necessary disease surveillance activities.
- Developed tailored questionnaires and forms for networking, case finding, outbreak investigation, and advocacy related to various scenarios.
- Led assessment teams during field evaluations, producing Assessment Proposals, Trip Reports, and Recommendations.
- Established networks with partners and authorities to receive timely updates on outbreaks and emergencies.
- Gathered critical information upon notification of emergencies for project assessment and intervention planning.
- Assisted in planning and implementing MSF's initial response to outbreak or emergency situations.
- Identified required medicines and medical supplies for EPREP/EPP stock management.
Medical Activity Manager (TB Focal) /Primary health care in Tripoli Detention center
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
Tripoli, Tripoli
2022.08 - 2024.01
- Delivered continuous technical support on DS/DR-TB management across TB treatment sites.
- Conducted training and case reviews for MDs during ward rounds and OPD consultations.
- Ensured proper application of diagnosis algorithms and tools in clinical settings.
- Verified implementation of latest TB protocols in MoH facilities.
- Monitored lab activities, including sample collection and transport, alongside MTL.
- Assisted NAM/MTL in tracking supply consumption and reporting needs to MoH facilities.
- Collaborated with NCDC/NTP to maintain seamless communication throughout the project.
- Oversaw medical activities in Tripoli Detention Centre, ensuring quality care and protocol adherence.
Medical Activity Manager, Gummi Malnutrition Emergency Intervention
Medecins sans Frontières
Zamfara state, Gummi
2023.06 - 2023.07
- Contributed to training and supervision for blanket feeding implementation, supporting HPCE and E-EPI in material drafting.
- Collaborated with DPC to manage medical aspects of NERU team operations.
- Modified intervention strategies for ATFC and ITFC with NERU and E-desk teams based on epidemiologic analysis findings.
- Provided on-the-job training for locally hired staff during one-month ITFC operational period.
- Shared assessment report detailing needs and context with actionable recommendations.
- Influenced project proposal modifications, including intervention strategy, resource allocation, timelines, and indicators.
Medical Activity Manager (NCD) Kirkuk project
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
Kirkuk, Iraq, Kirkuk
2021.02 - 2021.11
- Established three-month appointment schedule for stable NCD patients per MSF guidelines.
- Conducted nurse-led consultations and initiated patient satisfaction survey pilot study.
- Integrated spirometry device usage for asthmatic patients, enhancing care quality.
- Implemented HbA1c point-of-care testing within clinics.
- Drafted standard operating procedures for monofilament use, visual acuity charts, and ophthalmoscope.
- Performed adherence assessments among NCD patients, applying recommendations to improve outcomes.
- Managed NCD data, coordinating with the team for improved patient documentation and filing.
- Supported mental health activity manager in delivering services to NCD patients.
Medical Activity Manager Tygray Emergency response
Medecins sans Frontieres, OCA
Shire, Tigray
2021.01 - 2021.02
- Established mobile clinics across three IDP camps in shire town.
- Delivered general OPD consultations and primary health care services, including ATFC, ANC, and mental health support.
- Facilitated emergency referrals to secondary health care facilities in shire town.
- Set up fixed clinics within IDP camps to enhance service accessibility.
- Maintained patient registration books and shared daily mobile clinic data with Epi team.
- Managed central pharmacy and medical stock supplies for mobile clinics effectively.
- Coordinated transportation for mobile clinic movements between sites.
- Communicated regular clinic updates to the entire team and assessed HR needs for mobile clinics.
Medical Activity Manager kule project
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
Gambella, kule
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Established NCD programme for Kule project, ensuring effective monthly progress reporting to MTL and coordination team.
- Provided clinical and managerial support for COVID-19 activities within the project.
- Supported HIV/TB programme to enhance quality of care delivered to patients.
- Drafted contingency plans (SOPs) for high-risk HIV/TB and NCD patients during COVID-19.
- Assisted in establishing and supporting SGBV programme at Kule.
- Conducted comprehensive quality assessments of health posts, ensuring adherence to recommendations.
- Filled gaps in MAM-HC position for several months, also gap-filled MTL position.
Medical Activity Manager-Cholera emergency intervention
MSF-OCBA
Bakassi Penisulla, Bakassi
2019.11 - 2020.01
- Implemented major strategy for emergency intervention, encompassing case management and cholera vaccination.
- Conducted rapid evaluations upon patient arrival to assess cholera cases and dehydration.
- Developed treatment plans for oral or intravenous rehydration based on assessment results.
- Administered initial emergency care by inserting intravenous or intraosseous lines for stabilisation.
- Managed patient admissions via cholera registration and initiated individual patient files.
- Supervised triage nurses while monitoring daily progress of all admitted patients, focusing on complex cases.
- Recorded patient monitoring parameters in individual files and issued prescriptions as necessary.
- Validated discharges and provided discharge slips for confirmation.
Hospital clinical lead
MSF OCA
Bentiu POC, Bentiu
2019.02 - 2019.04
- Established an effective quality assurance system in hospital operations.
- Defined and monitored care standards to enhance service delivery.
- Followed up on improvement plans to ensure clinical excellence.
- Managed medical staff including doctors, midwives, surgeons, and anaesthetists.
- Ensured implementation of up-to-date clinical guidelines and protocols.
- Monitored clinical performance of physicians, midwives, and operational teams.
- Safeguarded patient safety through adherence to medical incident policy.
- Encouraged staff reporting of system errors to improve safety measures.
Medical Activity Manager
MSF OCA
Wardher, Somali Region
2017.11 - 2018.12
- Supervised clinical curative activities, collaborating with BoH staff for efficiency.
- Organised training sessions and coached BoH and MSF medical personnel.
- Oversaw project-level staff health and managed all referral consultations.
- Ensured accurate data collection, assisting MTL/MFP with mortality reporting.
- Supported MSF medical outreach activities as required by operational needs.
- Assisted in planning and implementing assessments when necessary.
- Took on responsibilities of absent medical team members during shortages.
- Supervised collection and analysis of medical consumption data, liaising with MTL/MFP and supply chain leads.
Medical doctor
Medicines Sans Frontiers, OCA
Anka, Zamfara State
2013.06 - 2017.11
- Coordinated duty rosters and managed ward rounds in paediatric departments for operational efficiency.
- Served as central contact for national medical doctors, ensuring effective communication.
- Conducted ward rounds and consultations in ITFC and paediatric wards to enhance patient care.
- Directed project addressing treatment of children with mild to severe lead poisoning.
- Facilitated mortality review sessions and organised meetings for medical staff with Expat MD.
- Assumed role of medical activity manager during absence of Expat MD to ensure continuity.
Medical doctor
Federal Medical Center, Gusau
Gusau, Zamfara State
2012.01 - 2013.01
- Facilitated patient care in both paediatrics and Accident and Emergency departments.
Worked with medical teams to refine treatment protocols for improved patient care.
Contributed to overall healthcare delivery at National Youth Service Corp. FMC Gusau.
Houseman ship
Parklane teaching hospital Enugu
Enugu, Enugu State
2011.01 - 2012.01
- Park Lane Specialist Hospital, Enugu State.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of surgery (MBBS) - Tropical Medicine
University of Nigeria
Enugu, Enugu State 2004.06 - 2010.07
West African School Certificate Examination -
Union secondary School
Enugu, Enugu State 1996.02 - 2002.07
Skills
- Stress management
- Empathy and understanding
- Team facilitation
- Activity assessment
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Proactivity
- English proficiency
- French language learning
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner
Custom Section
Enugu State
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 12 April 1981
- Gender: Male
- Marital status: Married
References
- Rev.Dr.C Nwankwo, Chief Medical Officer, Anka general hospital, Zamfara State, Nigeria, 08093854393, 08089169851
- Cristina Mach Cestero, Medical Coordinator, MSF-OCA, +34 655976686
- Dr. Erkin Chinasylova, Medical Team Leader, MSF-OCA, +996550216149
Interests
- Watching football
- Playing table tennis
- Travelling
Training
- 2014, International ETAT training, MSF-OCA, Anka, Nigeria
- 2015, Tropical pediatric course, MSF-OCA, Blantyre, Malawi
- 2016, Field Management Course (FMC2)
- 2018, HIS Training
- 2020, Clinical management of covid-19
- 2021, MSF OCA organized LEAD online course
- 2022, Union programmatic management of DRTB online course
- 2023, Applied for humanitarian negotiation course F2F
- 2025, Plans to attend PSP course (Population in precarious situation)
Timeline
Medical Activity Manager/Interim PMR
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
2024.02 - 2025.08
Medical Activity Manager, Gummi Malnutrition Emergency Intervention
Medecins sans Frontières
2023.06 - 2023.07
Medical Activity Manager (TB Focal) /Primary health care in Tripoli Detention center
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
2022.08 - 2024.01
Medical Activity Manager (NCD) Kirkuk project
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
2021.02 - 2021.11
Medical Activity Manager Tygray Emergency response
Medecins sans Frontieres, OCA
2021.01 - 2021.02
Medical Activity Manager kule project
Medecins sans Frontières, OCA
2020.01 - 2020.12
Medical Activity Manager-Cholera emergency intervention
MSF-OCBA
2019.11 - 2020.01
Hospital clinical lead
MSF OCA
2019.02 - 2019.04
Medical Activity Manager
MSF OCA
2017.11 - 2018.12
Medical doctor
Medicines Sans Frontiers, OCA
2013.06 - 2017.11
Medical doctor
Federal Medical Center, Gusau
2012.01 - 2013.01
Houseman ship
Parklane teaching hospital Enugu
2011.01 - 2012.01
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of surgery (MBBS) - Tropical Medicine
University of Nigeria
2004.06 - 2010.07
West African School Certificate Examination -
Union secondary School
1996.02 - 2002.07