Cleophas Tumuhairwe
Kabwohe
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Health Worker with over 15 years of hospital and Communitybased experience, well-versed in handling emergency care situations. A dedicated cadre of NRM since 2005 with a bias in Political Education and Military science able to accomplish tasks given in schedule. A critical thinker with the ability to administer appropriate care in a timely manner with a calm demeanor, carrying out supervising body orders with effectiveness and determination. Team player dedicated to workplace satisfaction and patient healing through caring and mentoring. Licenced With Allied Health Professionals In Uganda
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag Assistant District Health Officer Environmental
Buhweju District Local Government
Buhweju, Western Uganda
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented health policies, procedures, and standards for the organization.
- Prepared reports on health-related topics for government agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Assisted in responding to public inquiries regarding health concerns or complaints.
- Coordinated activities between various departments within the organization to ensure efficient operations.
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as nutrition education, disease prevention strategies.
- Developed educational materials such as pamphlets and brochures on a variety of public health topics.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams focused on improving population health outcomes.
- Advised members of the community about healthy lifestyle choices such as proper nutrition or physical activity habits.
- Created presentations highlighting key findings from research studies related to public health issues.
- Responded proactively to concerns and questions by acting on patient feedback.
- Monitored and maintained supply of medical equipment, tools and accessories.
- Monitored department budget to prepare accurate reports about findings.
- Created business plans to optimize staffing efficiencies and reporting structures.
- Inspected facilities and recommended building or equipment modifications to comply with access, safety and sanitation regulations.
Senior Environmental Health Officer
Buhweju District Local Government
Buhweju, Western Uganda
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted inspections of food premises and ensured compliance with relevant regulations.
- Developed health-related policies and procedures for environmental projects.
- Evaluated hazardous waste sites and provided recommendations on cleanup methods.
- Monitored food safety practices in restaurants and other establishments.
- Investigated complaints related to environmental health issues, such as noise pollution or pest infestations.
- Provided advice on potential health risks associated with proposed development plans.
- Prepared reports detailing the results of investigations into public health hazards.
- Advised local authorities on best practice approaches to managing public health risks.
- Collaborated with other professionals in order to develop strategies for improving air quality standards.
- Created risk assessments for businesses operating within hazardous environments.
- Conducted research into the impact of various pollutants on human health.
- Provided information to government representatives, employers and general public groups on issues of public health, environmental protection and workplace safety.
- Developed and implemented programs for monitoring environmental pollution and radiation.
- Conducted bacteriological tests in relation to environmental or pollution control activity.
- Performed project monitoring and air sampling for lead, mold and asbestos.
Principal Health Inspector
Sheema District Local Government
Kabwohe, Western Uganda
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Inspected food preparation areas to ensure compliance with state and local health regulations.
- Conducted investigations of complaints regarding sanitation, food handling, and other related issues.
- Assessed safety hazards in food establishments and provided recommendations for corrective action.
- Investigated reports of foodborne illnesses to identify sources of contamination or transmission routes.
- Monitored wastewater treatment plants to ensure they were operating within permitted limits set by government agencies.
- Evaluated restaurant staff training programs concerning sanitation, personal hygiene, and cross-contamination prevention techniques.
- Interviewed restaurant employees about their knowledge of health codes and regulations.
- Enforced penalties against businesses who failed to comply with established health standards.
- Participated in community outreach events aimed at educating citizens about healthy eating habits.
- Developed educational materials on proper food handling techniques for distribution among restaurants.
Health Inspector
Sheema District Local Goverment
Sheema
03.2014 - 06.2022
- Inspected food preparation areas to ensure compliance with state and local health regulations.
- Conducted investigations of complaints regarding sanitation, food handling, and other related issues.
- Reviewed restaurant menus for nutritional content and adherence to standards.
- Verified the accuracy of temperature readings for refrigeration units in restaurants.
- Analyzed water samples from public swimming pools for bacteria levels.
- Performed routine inspections of public schools' cafeterias to ensure safe hygiene practices are being used when preparing meals.
- Observed kitchens during peak hours to assess the cleanliness of equipment and personnel practices.
- Collected samples from retail outlets for laboratory analysis to detect potential disease-causing organisms or contaminants in food products.
- Reported findings from inspections and investigations accurately into a database system.
- Interviewed restaurant employees about their knowledge of health codes and regulations.
- Developed educational materials on proper food handling techniques for distribution among restaurants.
Project Manager
Bushenyi Medical Center
Bushenyi
09.2012 - 09.2014
Project Coordinator
Kabwohe Clinical Research Center
Kabwohe
08.2010 - 09.2012
Community Health Worker
Bushenyi Medical Center
Bushenyi
07.2008 - 03.2010
Education
Bachelors of Science In Environmental Health Science -
Kabale University
03.2021
Higher Diploma In Clinical Medicine and Community Health -
Kampala International University
12.2017
Higher Diploma In Health Services Management -
Kabale University
07.2011
Higher Diploma In Environmental Health Science -
Makerere University
04.2006
Certificate In Environmental Health Science -
School Of Hygiene Mbale
07.2002
Uganda Certificate Of Education -
Uganda National Examination Board-Kihanda Secondary School
11.1998
Primary Leaving Certificate -
Kihanda Primary School
11.1994
Skills
- Industrial Hygiene
- Technical Report Writing
- Infectious Disease Control
- Pollution Prevention
- Team Management
- Hazardous Waste Management
- First Aid Training
- Occupational Health
- Chemical Handling
- Health Promotion
- Safety Audits
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Fall Protection
Roles
- Planning and budgeting for hygiene and sanitation activities.
- Carrying out health inspection of domestic, public and commercial premises.
- Planning and Implementing Government Programs on Schedule
- Supervising refuse collection and disposal.
- Carrying out disease surveillance
- Sensitizing community on public health preventive measures and Public Health Act, Regulations and By-laws.
- Inspecting water sources.
- Participating in research activities.Accounting for allocated resources
Languages
- English
- Kiswahili
- Runyankole- Rukiga
References
- Dr. Namanya Vian, Medical Director, Bushenyi Medical Center, +256 779 416 224, namanyavian@gmail.com
- Dr. Alex Rutebwa Rubarema, Director, Toram Pharmaceutical Ltd, +256 775 727 859, arutebwa@gmail.com
Timeline
Ag Assistant District Health Officer Environmental
Buhweju District Local Government
07.2023 - Current
Senior Environmental Health Officer
Buhweju District Local Government
05.2023 - Current
Principal Health Inspector
Sheema District Local Government
06.2022 - 06.2023
Health Inspector
Sheema District Local Goverment
03.2014 - 06.2022
Project Manager
Bushenyi Medical Center
09.2012 - 09.2014
Project Coordinator
Kabwohe Clinical Research Center
08.2010 - 09.2012
Community Health Worker
Bushenyi Medical Center
07.2008 - 03.2010
Bachelors of Science In Environmental Health Science -
Kabale University
Higher Diploma In Clinical Medicine and Community Health -
Kampala International University
Higher Diploma In Health Services Management -
Kabale University
Higher Diploma In Environmental Health Science -
Makerere University
Certificate In Environmental Health Science -
School Of Hygiene Mbale
Uganda Certificate Of Education -
Uganda National Examination Board-Kihanda Secondary School
Primary Leaving Certificate -
Kihanda Primary School
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