AYUBA ELIJAH DILZANG

Data Collection Specialist | Community Outreach Officer | Public Health Advocate
Maiduguri, NG.

About

Highly analytical and results-driven professional with proven expertise in data collection, community outreach, and public health initiatives. Successfully enhanced immunization efforts through accurate data reporting for the World Health Organisation and facilitated critical safety education for vulnerable communities with Safer Earth Initiative. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights and collaborative strategies to improve health outcomes and community well-being.

Work

Safer Earth Initiative
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Community Outreach Officer (Contract)

Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

Summary

Led critical community outreach and education programs, enhancing safety awareness and collecting vital data for risk mitigation in vulnerable populations.

Highlights

Facilitated impactful awareness sessions on landmine safety and explosive ordnance risk education for internally displaced persons (IDP) camps and vulnerable communities, reaching hundreds of individuals.

Coordinated seamlessly with local leaders, youth groups, and security agencies, ensuring safe and effective access to target areas for program implementation.

Collected comprehensive community data using digital tools, enabling precise reporting and strategic risk mapping for humanitarian interventions.

Supported the organization of training workshops for volunteers, enhancing their capacity in contamination risk reduction strategies.

World Health Organisation (WHO)
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District Oral Polio Vaccination (DOPV) Data Collector

Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria

Summary

Spearheaded comprehensive data collection and reporting for polio vaccination campaigns, ensuring accurate information for public health decision-making.

Highlights

Conducted thorough data collection on polio vaccination coverage across assigned districts, ensuring high data integrity for critical health metrics.

Assisted in planning and implementing immunization activities, significantly contributing to maximum outreach and community engagement.

Verified and recorded vaccination data using standardized forms and mobile platforms, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

Collaborated effectively with community health workers and supervisors, improving data quality and fostering a coordinated approach to public health interventions.

Generated detailed reports and presented actionable findings to healthcare teams, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic action planning.

Volunteer

Nigerian Red Cross Society
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Field Program Assistant (Volunteer)

Jos, Plateau, Nigeria

Summary

Provided essential field support for humanitarian missions, coordinating educational activities and managing beneficiary data for effective program delivery.

Highlights

Supported Red Cross field missions, including first aid delivery, disaster response, and health campaigns, directly aiding affected communities.

Contributed to planning and implementing mine risk education activities in schools and rural communities, enhancing safety awareness for hundreds of students.

Assisted in maintaining and updating beneficiary databases using Excel, ensuring accurate record-keeping for over 500 beneficiaries.

Acted as a key liaison between field staff and community stakeholders, facilitating smooth project implementation and fostering strong community relations.

Education

National Youth Service Corps
Nigeria

National Service

Public Service

University of Jos
Jos, Plateau, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science Education (B.Sc.Ed)

Technology in Computer Science

Languages

English
Hausa

Skills

Data Management & Analysis

Data Collection, Data Entry, Data Verification, Reporting, Digital Tools, Mobile Platforms, Database Management, Microsoft Excel, Internet Research.

Community Engagement & Outreach

Community Mobilization, Stakeholder Coordination, Awareness Campaigns, Risk Education, Facilitation, Liaison, Vulnerable Communities.

Project Support & Coordination

Program Implementation, Activity Planning, Logistical Support, Volunteer Training, Cross-functional Collaboration, Disaster Response.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Effective Communication, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Integrity, Confidentiality, Interpersonal Skills.

Interests

Humanitarian Services
Writing
Research