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SHUMTYWAHL PEACE DANJUMA
Summary
Entry-level Program Assistant eager to learn more about Program Management operations and support all program requirements. Knowledgeable about administrative support and logistics. Offering training in education and girl-child literacy and 1 year of hands-on experience. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling. Specializes in Microbiology. Resourceful Research Assistant with more 3 years of experience. Highly skilled in overseeing research office activities, and supervising students and staff. Talented in guiding all functions relating to research studies, analysis and reporting. Dedicated Personal Assistant with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Language
Work History
Research assistant
Institute of Human Virology
- With proficiency in Molecular laboratory processes including: HIV-1 Viral RNA extraction, DNA extraction, end point PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, DNA purification and preparation of samples for capillary electrophoresis (Sanger sequencing) for INSPIRE study- Impact of Non-B HIV-1 Subtype on second-line Protease Inhibitor Regimens in Africa
- Focal person for the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (ALTC) on the ‘Evaluation of m-PIMA HIV1/2 viral load and EID machine’ conducted by the Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria
- Inventory officer, Research Unit
- Periodic inventory of lab reagents and consumables to ensure smooth running of the sequencing lab, hence avoiding shortages and stock outs.
Personal Assistant
YouthHubAfrica, Abuja
09.2022 - Current
- With experience working for the Executive Director of a Non-Governmental Organization
- Excellent project management, organization and communication skills
- Introduced a time management system and increased the efficiency of the office
- Fulfilled all assistant duties for the Managed complex calendars, facilitated communication and logistics
- Coordinated travel arrangements, internationally and domestically.
Program Intern
YouthHubAfrica
06.2022 - Current
- With proficiency in Program management and execution of program activities according to project workplan
- Program support on the Promoting an Accountable Education Sector in Nigeria project- A project implemented by YouthHubAfrica with support from Christian Aid Nigeria
Laboratory Assistant
Institute of Human Virology Nigeria
Laboratory
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Abuja
- Obtained proficiency in Molecular laboratory processes including: HIV-1 Viral RNA extraction, DNA extraction, end point PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, DNA purification and preparation of samples for capillary electrophoresis (Sanger sequencing)
- Receipt and documentation of samples coming in for HIV drug resistance testing
- This involves checking for sample integrity using standard acceptance/rejection criteria
- Maintenance of both paper and electronic database of all incoming samples as well as outgoing results
- Periodic inventory of lab reagents and consumables to ensure smooth running of the sequencing lab, hence avoiding shortages and stock outs.
Biorepository Assistant
Institute of Human Virology Nigeria
10.2017 - 10.2018
- H3 Africa Biorepository) – Abuja
- Inspection and documentation of all incoming samples with date and time of arrival
- Review and verification of inventory of received samples against accompanying manifest to ensure accuracy
- Documentation of sample information in logs and registers
- Daily temperature monitoring and keeping accurate records
- Assisted the program manager on freezer works, documentation and data management
- Completing shipment query forms for compromised shipment and sending to supervisor or manager.
Laboratory Assistant
Institute of Human Virology
09.2015 - 03.2016
- (Asokoro Laboratory Training Centre) – Abuja
- Receipt, documentation and processing of samples for the START study
- This included: proper documentation, inspection of samples for integrity, centrifugation and separation of whole blood samples to obtain serum or plasma for viral load or drug resistance testing
- Maintenance and daily update of START study laboratory database as directed by the senior program officer
- Entering of test results onto the computer database, then packaging paper results for dispatch to the clinical team
- Aliquoting of samples and archiving in -80 freezers
- Sample retrieval and accessioning for shipment to the ABML laboratory in the USA
- Obtained proficiency in the use of equipment for CD4 count (BD FACSCOUNT), blood chemistry (Vitros V350) and haematology (Symex KX-21N)
- Presented seminars to staff, interns and other personnel at ALTC
- Performance of other duties as assigned by the senior program officer or the director of laboratory research.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University Of Jos
GCSE - undefined
Danbo International School
Skills
Specimen handling
undefinedCertification
Project Management Essentials
Interests
Community Development
Travel
Reading and Traveling
Traveling allows me to admire the beauty of nature. I consider it fun! I enjoy reading fictional books because it helps me escape my responsibilities and boosts my imaginative skills.
Timeline
Personal Assistant
YouthHubAfrica, Abuja
09.2022 - Current
Program Intern
YouthHubAfrica
06.2022 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Institute of Human Virology Nigeria
02.2019 - 02.2020
Biorepository Assistant
Institute of Human Virology Nigeria
10.2017 - 10.2018
Laboratory Assistant
Institute of Human Virology
09.2015 - 03.2016
Research assistant
Institute of Human Virology
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University Of Jos
GCSE - undefined
Danbo International School
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