Takor Paul
Tambe Etta
Dibombari,LT
Summary
I am an experienced health and project coordinator with over 13 years of experience in various institutions, including humanitarian aid organizations. I have demonstrated expertise in managing project cycles and leading culturally diverse teams in fast-paced environments, as evidenced by successful assignments. I value independence and encourage teamwork, with a strategic vision and the ability to influence teams towards their mission. I excel in multitasking while maintaining quality results, mastering research reporting, data analysis, and report writing with a wide selection of software. I am committed to the continuous development of myself and assigned teams, with effective communication, networking, and negotiation skills to achieve and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the project's impact area. Additionally, I prioritize effective security management to ensure the safety of personnel, structures, and operations in the face of violence and insecurity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Coordinator
MSF Spain
Dori, Sahel Region Burkina Faso
11.2024 - Current
- In close collaboration with the Head of Mission, represent MSF and defend its interests with local authorities, local NGOs, donors, military organizations and the media to achieve active positioning and a positive public image. Raise awareness of MSF's programs among the target population.
- Monitor and analyze the political and humanitarian situation in the project area to identify the health status and needs of the population. Establish and maintain contacts with key stakeholders and carry out exploratory missions to identify potential areas of intervention.
- Conduct access negotiations with the population and define risks and constraints in order to make project proposals, set objectives and estimate materials, human and financial resources required.
- Temoinage, document and raise awareness of the needs/distress of target populations.
- Be responsible for and supervise program execution, including emergency response activities. Ensure that MSF's technical and ethical standards are met and that objectives are achieved. Coordinate activities with other MSF sections in the project area.
- To be responsible for the proper application of HR policies and associated processes in the project (re-hiring, briefing/debriefing, appraisal, staff training and development and internal communication) in order to ensure both the size of the team and the amount of knowledge required for project activities. Inform teams on contextual issues.
- Ensure that MSF's non-profit character is reflected in the briefing of all MSF staff, maximizing their commitment to MSF values and project objectives.
- Oversee the implementation of health and safety protocols to ensure safe working conditions for project staff.
- Ensure, in collaboration with the medical coordinator, the optimal psychological state of all project staff, and seek and propose solutions to any mental health problems identified.
- Ensure data collection and epidemiological surveillance, in collaboration with the medical coordinator, in order to define effective medical programs for the target population.
- Evaluate program performance and provide all required reports to the Head of Mission on project planning, monitoring and evaluation in accordance with mission reporting frequency.
- Be responsible for the proper planning, sizing and coordination of all financial and material resources required for the project. Agree on the annual budget and ensure proper monitoring of financial indicators and the project budget.
- Supervise the project's material resources made available to MSF to ensure their proper use and sustainability. Supervise all orders (medical and logistical) and purchases for the Project, as well as financial indicators, with the support of capital referents, in order to ensure efficiency and rapidly detect discrepancies and their causes.
- Define and update, in close collaboration with the Head of Mission, the Project's safety policy and strategic response to emergencies, flagging any issues of concern, in order to improve at-risk working conditions and ensure full compliance by staff with safety rules and protocols.
- Ensure the implementation of the Inter-operational directorate Security Agreement (ISA) within the project, both in spirit and in letter, fostering a culture of proactive information sharing and collaboration.
Deputy Field Coordinator
MSF Spain, Emergency Response Project CAR
Bangui, Central African Republic
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Help the field coordinator consolidate EURECA's operational capacity to be able to carry out several interventions and assessments at the same time.
- Monitor and support the various project departments, and replace the project coordinator in case of absence.
- Support for security and compliance monitoring, as well as team safety during interventions.
- Support reporting and alert follow-up.
- Increased productivity by developing comprehensive project timelines and monitoring progress closely.
- Assisted in budget planning and management, allocating resources strategically for optimal department performance.
- Mentored new recruits during their probationary period, offering guidance on policy adherence, tactical skills, and professionalism within the force.
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN (Nigeria Medical Emergency Response Team
Multi-city, Northeast ,Northcentral and Northwest Nigeria
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Ensure the timely emergency response to crises for the affected population of Nigeria (among Yobe, Borno, Plateau, Niger, Kaduna, Adamawa, Kogi, and Gombe)
- Ensure the collection of medical data, their analysis, and their communication to the medical coordination at the capital to guarantee adequate monitoring of the program
- Ensure a proper system of surveillance is implemented and data is quickly collected, analyzed, and shared for decision-making
- Ensure effective collaboration with state ministries of health and participate in health cluster meetings when feasible
- To ensure that the medical, nutritional, and humanitarian alerts detected are promptly investigated
- Supports and evaluates the medical team members' performance to improve the medical components of emergency response and ensure compliance with MSF protocols according to emergency scenarios
- Coordinate and manage activities of the medical department; determine needs for extra human resources' during interventions, and together with the Human Resources department ensure adequate hiring
- In collaboration with the Medical Coordinator, S/he ensures that medical policies, protocols, and documents in the NIMERT project are fully implemented
- Supervises efficient management of NIMERT pharmacy, inventory, IMO, orders, and medical equipment aimed for emergency response in collaboration with the Medco & Mission pharmacist and logistics department
- Conduct rapid assessment in collaboration with the FieldCo as per the mission strategic plan, and propose a response to the problem (training, medical orders, donation, or intervention according to the needs and the target population)
- Together with the Field Coordinator, propose an annual plan to the Head of Mission and medical coordination
- Ensure a regular update of the NIMERT strategy in collaboration with the Medco and Field Coordinator according to MSF internal time timelines, operational strategies, and protocols
- Ensure capacity building of State MoH staff on emergency preparedness and response
- NIGERIA MISSION
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN
05.2022 - 09.2022
- In collaboration with the project coordinator, the rest of the team, the medical coordinator, and partners from the Ministry of Health, define and implement medical activities per the project plan, MSF standards, and protocols, and ensure monitoring of these activities.
- To ensure the collection of medical data, their analysis, and their communication to the medical coordination of the capital, and to guarantee the adequate monitoring of the program.
- Participate in the development of project policy, annual plan, project proposal, and donor reports, as well as budget review.
- Participate in exploration missions and field assessments to define medical priorities and, therefore, the operations to be carried out if necessary.
- To ensure regular contact with the Ministry of Health and other local stakeholders in the medical field.
- Follow up on the activities in the different medical components and provide technical support to the medical staff in the field through your knowledge and different rules to support the medical work of MSF in the field.
- Coordinate, supervise, and coach medical team members to support their performance, strengthen the medical component of the project, and ensure compliance with MSF protocols and standards, as well as Ministry of Health protocols.
- Plan and oversee, in close coordination with the Project Coordinator, the management of project medical staff (recruitment, training, induction, performance evaluation, development, and internal/external communication) to ensure adequate resources (staff and knowledge) and develop their skills.
- Supervise the efficient management of the MSF pharmacy and medical equipment in the field, in conjunction with the logistics department, and control the monitoring of consumption and the preparation of medication orders to avoid stock-outs and dispense the required drugs in all circumstances.
- Consolidate the project by guaranteeing its good management and improving the quality of care offered to beneficiaries.
- Strengthen epidemiological surveillance by setting up the surveillance network in the Mopti region.
- Strengthen the capacities of the project in response to emergencies and the influx of wounded.
- Reinforce the supervision of the periphery's activities (Cscom, PSA, and community sites) in a context that is difficult to access and ensure the follow-up of these activities.
- MALI MISSION+
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- I worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN
09.2021 - 05.2022
- In collaboration with the project coordinator and the rest of the team, the medical coordinator, and partners from the Ministry of Health, define and implement medical activities under the project plan, MSF standards and protocols, and ensure monitoring of these activities
- Ensure the collection of medical data, their analysis, and their communication to the medical coordination of the capital, to guarantee adequate monitoring of the program
- Strengthen the cooperation framework between the various medical actors in the Mopti region
- Participate in the development of project policy, annual plan, project proposal, and donor reports, as well as budget review.
- To participate in exploration missions and field assessments, to define medical priorities and therefore the operations to be carried out if necessary
- To ensure regular contact with the Ministry of Health and other local stakeholders in the medical field
- Follow the activities in the different medical disciplines, and provide technical support to the medical staff in the field through your knowledge and different rules, to support the medical work of MSF in the field
- This therefore includes the monitoring and control of compliance with MSF medical protocols
- Coordinate, supervise, and coach medical team members to support their performance to strengthen the medical component of the project and ensure compliance with MSF protocols and standards as well as Ministry of Health protocols
- Plan and oversee, in close coordination with the project coordinator, the management of project medical staff (recruitment, training, induction, performance evaluation, development, and internal/external communication) to ensure adequate resources (staff and knowledge) and develop their skills
- Supervise the efficient management of the MSF pharmacy and medical equipment in the field, in conjunction with the logistics department, and control the monitoring of consumption and the preparation of drug orders to avoid stock-outs and dispense the required drugs in all circumstances
- This also requires consideration of program guidelines and protocol modifications
- Apply the health and safety policy for international and national staff, and put in place all necessary prophylactic and preventive measures, as well as emergency response structures and plans, to manage any medical evacuation and protect the health of MSF staff
Project Medical Referent Kalehe
MSF SPAIN
East Kivu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
08.2020 - 07.2021
- In collaboration with the project coordinator and the rest of the team, the medical coordinator and partners from the Ministry of Health define and implement medical activities according to the project plan, MSF standards, and protocols, and ensure monitoring of these activities
- This implies: standards, to ensure the collection of medical data, their analysis, and their communication to the medical coordination of the capital, to guarantee the adequate monitoring of the program
- Participate in the development of project policy, annual plan, project proposal and donor reports, as well as budget review
- Participate in exploration missions and field assessments to define medical priorities and, therefore, the operations to be carried out if necessary.
- Ensure regular contact with the Ministry of Health and other local stakeholders in the medical field
- Follow the activities in the different medical disciplines, and provide technical support to the medical staff in the field through your knowledge and different rules, to support the medical work of MSF in the field
- This therefore includes the monitoring and control of compliance with MSF medical protocols
- Coordinate, supervise, and coach medical team members to support their performance to strengthen the medical component of the project and ensure compliance with MSF protocols and standards as well as Ministry of Health protocols
- Plan and oversee, in close coordination with the project coordinator, the management of project medical staff (recruitment, training, induction, performance evaluation, development, and internal/external communication) to ensure adequate resources (staff and knowledge) and develop their skills
- Supervise the efficient management of the MSF pharmacy and medical equipment in the field, in conjunction with the logistics department, and control the monitoring of consumption and the preparation of drug orders to avoid stock-outs and dispense the required drugs in all circumstances
- This also requires consideration of program guidelines and protocol modifications
- Apply the health and safety policy for international and national staff, and put in place all necessary prophylactic and preventive measures, as well as emergency response structures and plans, to manage any medical evacuation and protect the health of MSF staff
Project Medical Referent Agadez Migrant Project
MSF SPAIN
11.2019 - 07.2020
- In collaboration with the project coordinator and the rest of the team, the medical coordinator and partners from the Ministry of Health, define and implement medical activities following the project plan, MSF standards, and protocols, and monitor these activities
- This implies: ensuring the collection of medical data, their analysis, and their communication to the medical coordination of the capital, to guarantee adequate monitoring of the program
- Participating in the development of project policy, annual plan, project proposal and donor reports, as well as in the budget review
- Participate in exploratory missions and field assessments, to define medical priorities and therefore the operations to be carried out if necessary
- Ensure regular contact with the Ministry of Health and other local stakeholders in the medical field
- Monitor activities in the various medical disciplines, and provide technical support to medical staff in the field through your knowledge and different rules, to support MSF's medical work in the field
- This therefore includes monitoring and checking compliance with MSF medical protocols
- Coordinate, supervise, and coach members of the medical team to support their performance to strengthen the medical component of the project and ensure compliance with MSF protocols and standards as well as the protocols of the Ministry of Health
- Plan and supervise, in close coordination with the project coordinator, the management of the project medical staff (recruitment, training, induction, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) to guarantee adequate resources (staff and knowledge) and develop their skills
- Supervise the efficient management of the pharmacy and MSF medical equipment in the field, in conjunction with the logistics department and biomedical project service, and control the monitoring of consumption and the preparation of orders for drugs, medical equipment, and consumables to avoid stock-outs and dispense the required medicines under all circumstances
- This also requires consideration of program guidelines and protocol modifications
- Apply the health and safety policy for international and national staff, and put in place all the necessary prophylactic and preventive measures as well as structures and emergency response plans, to manage any medical evacuation and protect the health of MSF staff
- Epidemiologic surveillance Participating in defining the contingency and Ripost plan against COVID-19 of the project with the help of the coordination team participating with the MoH and other health actors to define the COVID-19 contingency plan of Agadez Region
- Assisting the MoH by assessing the training needs of the COVID-19 regional treatment team and consequently training them on Infection Prevention and Control and the use of Personal Protective equipment
Project Medical Referent Kabo
MSF SPAIN
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Coordinate all PHC care programs of the project, including outreach programs
- Coordinate, evaluate, and supervise the proper functioning of medical activities (HIV, tuberculosis, STD, violence against women, etc.) in accordance with MSF protocols and procedures, as well as the adequate collection of medical data of patients and the analysis of all administrative procedures for patient follow-up (establishment of a personal file, registers, discharge of the patient, release of responsibility, infrastructure, etc.) to ensure compliance with MSF procedures
- Prepare the requisite orders for the implementation of the medical activities under his responsibility, identify the non-medical needs (support, infrastructure, transport, etc.) and communicate them to the superior
- Plan and supervise, in close coordination with the Human Resources Department, the management of the staff of the activities under its responsibility (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development, and internal communication) to guarantee adequate resources (staff and knowledge) and develop their skills
- Coordinate and follow the daily work program of the team under his responsibility (absences, leave, follow-up of absences, etc.)
- Ensure the efficient management of pharmacy and medical equipment, and control their rational use
- Participate in the monitoring of programs and projects, supervise the medical activities under his responsibility, ensure the achievement of their objectives, and communicate to the technical referent any problem occurring in the service
- Participate in monthly reports according to the guidelines (i.e., reports, medical statistics reports, etc.) and in the annual planning and calculation of the project budget
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Nursing Activity Manager Bukavu
MSF SPAIN
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Coordination of referrals and all counter referrals
- Liaison between MSFE and referral Hospitals
- Focal person for staff health (Expat and National)
- Other tasks as requested by medical coordination
Nursing Activity Manager Pulka
MSF SPAIN
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Coordination of nursing care
- Nursing work plan and prioritization of activities
- Assessing needs for continuous education and training of nursing staff
- Supervision of immunization activities
- Coordination and supervision of the Stabilization Center for Malnourished Children with Medical Complications (ITFC)
- Followup of ATFP
- Analyzing health and nutritional data and making projections
- Reporting
- Assisting in recruiting nursing staff
- Performance evaluation
- Nigeria mission
Nursing Activity Manager Diffa
MSF SPAIN
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Coordination of nursing care
- Assessing and planning nursing care requirements
- Assessing needs for training and continuing education for nurses
- Analyzing health and nutritional data and making projections
- Bedside coaching of nurses
- Management of project pharmacy
- Reporting through the Health Management Information System (HMIS)
- Cold Chain management
Nursing Team Supervisor Madoua
MSF SPAIN
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Supervision of nursing care
- Assessing and planning nursing care requirements
- Assessing needs for training and continuing education for nurses
- Participating in analyzing health and nutritional data and making projections
- Bedside coaching of nurses
- Reporting through the Health Management Information System (HMIS)
Assistant Sante
Plan International
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Making sure refugees get health care per the memorandum of understanding signed between Plan-Cameroon and UNHCR Cameroon
- Preliminary monitoring and evaluation of health programs
- Providing monthly reports through the Health Information System to the hierarchy
- Providing orientation as regards health care to urban refugees
- Educating refugees on important health aspects through information education and communication sessions
- Evaluating gaps in health needs and sharing with the Health Coordinator
Reproductive Health Supervisor
International Medical Corps
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Ensuring that basic obstetrical emergency and newborn care is adequate
- Implementation and follow-up of adolescent reproductive health-friendly clinics
- Implementation and follow-up of adolescent reproductive health peer education programs at the refugee sites
- Monitoring and evaluation of reproductive health educational activities at the community level
- Training of health promoters and community relay agents on reproductive health promotion techniques at the community level
- Supervision of reproductive Health Services
- Reporting
Nurse
International Medical Corps
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Supervision of the therapeutic feeding program
- Providing medical consultations to refugees during the emergency phase of the crisis at the camp health post
- Team leading of medical mobile unit providing health care to refugees
- Management of medical mobile unit pharmacy
- Providing basic obstetric emergency and newborn care
- Health education of refugees through information education and communication sessions
- Training of community health relay agents
- Writing and analysis of reports through the Health Information System (HIS)
- Planning activities for the various sites and assisting in field-based coordination meetings
- Cameroon Mission
Graduate Nurse
Daniel Muna Memorial Clinic
10.2013 - 04.2014
- General nursing care
- Assessing and planning nursing care requirements
- Organizing staff and prioritizing busy workloads
- Advocating for patients and providing information, emotional support and reassurance to patients and relatives
- Patient education and also planning for discharges and social support
- Nurse in charge of continuing education for nurses and nurse interns
Senior Nurse
Mary Health of Africa general Hospital
09.2011 - 02.2013
- Assessing and planning nursing care requirements
- Organizing staff and prioritizing busy workloads
- General Nursing care
- Responding to emergencies
- Assistance with tests and evaluations
- Patient education and planning for discharges and social support
- Nurse in charge of continuing education for nurses and nurse aids
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Guglielmo Marconi University
Italy 04.2024 - Current
Certified Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist -
World Academy for Research and Development (WARD)
07.2023 - 10.2023
APGD - Tropical Medicine,surveillance & Immunization
James Lind Institute
02.2019 - 09.2019
BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
10.2007 - 08.2011
GCE ADVANCE LEVEL - undefined
OUR LADY SEAT OF WISDOM COLLEGE
09.2005 - 06.2007
Skills
Project coordination
Critical thinking and Strategic vision
Can communicate clearly verbaly and in writing
Security management
Negociation
Networking
Management of health programs
Monitoring and evaluation of Health Programs
Emergency preparedness and response
Surveillance systems
Emergency rapid assessment
Preventive and Reactive Vaccination Campaigns
Project cycle management
Health System strengthening
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Multiple priorities management
Budget coordination
Remote team management
Multi-operations management
Task delegation
Community outreach
Proposal development
Change management
References
References available upon request.
Training
- Emergency Response Training (ERT): MSF Certificate , 03/07-11/07/2024
- Field coordinator training: MSF Certificate, 120 hours
- Mind the Gap: Integration of Mental Health in Medical Services, 09/17/18 - 10/19/18
- Sexual Violence, 04/06/18 - 04/27/18, 35 hours
- HMIS Course, 10 hours
- Field Management Course (FMC), 07/17/18 - 07/20/18
- MSF Nutrition Course, 22 hours
- Public Health Principles in Disaster and Medical Humanitarian Response, 2018
- Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster, 01/01/18
- Training on Mental Health Gap, 2015
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/20/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Cameroonian
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
Kenyang
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Project Coordinator
MSF Spain
11.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Public Health
Guglielmo Marconi University
04.2024 - Current
Deputy Field Coordinator
MSF Spain, Emergency Response Project CAR
02.2024 - 09.2024
Certified Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist -
World Academy for Research and Development (WARD)
07.2023 - 10.2023
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN (Nigeria Medical Emergency Response Team
11.2022 - 11.2023
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN
05.2022 - 09.2022
Project Medical Referent
MSF SPAIN
09.2021 - 05.2022
Project Medical Referent Kalehe
MSF SPAIN
08.2020 - 07.2021
Project Medical Referent Agadez Migrant Project
MSF SPAIN
11.2019 - 07.2020
APGD - Tropical Medicine,surveillance & Immunization
James Lind Institute
02.2019 - 09.2019
Project Medical Referent Kabo
MSF SPAIN
01.2019 - 07.2020
Nursing Activity Manager Bukavu
MSF SPAIN
02.2018 - 09.2018
Nursing Activity Manager Pulka
MSF SPAIN
02.2017 - 11.2017
Nursing Activity Manager Diffa
MSF SPAIN
06.2016 - 12.2016
Nursing Team Supervisor Madoua
MSF SPAIN
05.2016 - 06.2016
Assistant Sante
Plan International
03.2016 - 05.2016
Reproductive Health Supervisor
International Medical Corps
04.2015 - 02.2016
Nurse
International Medical Corps
04.2014 - 04.2015
Graduate Nurse
Daniel Muna Memorial Clinic
10.2013 - 04.2014
Senior Nurse
Mary Health of Africa general Hospital
09.2011 - 02.2013
BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
10.2007 - 08.2011
GCE ADVANCE LEVEL - undefined
OUR LADY SEAT OF WISDOM COLLEGE
09.2005 - 06.2007
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Coordination of humanitarian projects with more than 200 staff.
- Coordination of humanitarian projects worth 2.5m to 4.7m euros.
- Successful implementation and closure of Health projects in different countries.
- Coordination of successful medical emergency response programs in different countries to epidemics(Meningitis,Cholera,Malaria,Viral Hepatitis E,Measles) natural disasters (Flood and landslides) and man-made disaster( mass casualty response).
- Setting effective surveillance systems leading to prompt detection of alerts and consequently emergency response.
- Created favorable networks and negotiated access into a conflict zone in Central Africa to provide medical and humanitarian aid.
- Assisted in health system strengthening by providing capacity building in relation to emergency response to Ministry of Health officials .
- Put up a security management plan an as a result zero incident was recorded involving our staff and operations.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveSoftware
SPSS
Microsoft word, Exel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint,Outlook
Interests
Humanitarian health care programs
Developmental Health care programs
Emergency Medical and Humanitarian response programs
Health Care Management