Benjamin Nyakira

• Built a conducive and good working relationship with counterparts in a very frosty relationship environment
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Managed recruitment of staff and conducting yearly appraisals
• Responsible for managing training of staff
• Ensured data collection, analysis and reporting

• Managed the Emergency department of the 250 Bed hospital
• Managed recruitment and training of staff in the department
• Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
• Together with ICRC expat staff, trained staff in basic Emergency care; Acute Trauma life Saving skills and in triage of patients.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.

Built a conducive and good working relationship with counterparts in a very frosty relationship environment

• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Responsible for 43 hospital staff (Nurses, Doctors and admin staff)
• Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.

• Oversaw recruitment, hiring and evaluation of administrative staff, nurses and doctors.
• Organized, directed and coordinated medical and health services according to organizational policies and goals.
• Developed procedures and strategies for quality assurance, patient services, departmental activities and public relations.
• Kept records of expenses and monitored budget while recommending opportunities for cost savings.
• Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback designed to support improvement where needed.
• Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based best practices and updating hospital policies accordingly.

Successfully conducted an assessment of the Borno state specialist Hospital Blood bank and the state's blood donor services with the aim od setting up Blood donation services in Maiduguri.

Successfully recruited, trained Laboratory technicians for the Blood Bank

• Mentored junior technicians, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
• Developed training materials for new staff members, resulting in increased productivity and knowledge retention.

• Setting up a hospital laboratory and Blood bank from scratch
• Managed team of seven (7) employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
• Managing supplies and inventory
• Coordinated specimen collection from various departments, ensuring proper handling and prompt processing for accurate results.
• Adhered to strict regulatory guidelines for handling biohazardous materials, prioritizing safety at all times.
• Rostering of staff to ensure adequate coverage of the the Laboratory duties.

• Supervised work of contracted employees task for timely completion.
• Streamlined lab operations for improved patient care and reduced wait times.
• Managed quality assurance program, to ensure safe blood transfusions are carried out.
• Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.

• Successfully setup a mcirobiology laboratory to enhance quality patient management
• Successfully carried out a comprehensive Infection Prevention Control audit that led to an overhaul of disinfection, waste management and antibiotic prescribing practices in the hospital
• Assisted in the validation of new testing methods, contributing to advancements in diagnostic capabilities.
• Coordinated specimen collection from various departments, ensuring proper handling and prompt processing for accurate results.
• Conducted routine calibration and maintenance on laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance levels at all times.
• Actively participated in quality assurance programs, helping to identify areas for improvement within the department.

• Setting up a proper and functioning laboratory for the hospital
• Recruitment of staff for the hospital laboratory
• Training of the staff to ensure good laboratory practise
• Managing supplies and inventory
• Rostering of staff to ensure adequate coverage of the the Laboratory duties.
• Assisted in the validation of new testing methods, contributing to advancements in diagnostic capabilities.
• Coordinated specimen collection from various departments, ensuring proper handling and prompt processing for accurate results.
• Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption within the lab environment, enhancing analytical capabilities over time.

• Setting up a proper and functioning laboratory for the hospital
• Recruitment of staff for the hospital laboratory
• Training of the staff to ensure good laboratory practise
• Managing supplies and inventory
• Rostering of staff to ensure adequate coverage of the the Laboratory duties.

• Setting up a proper and functioning laboratory for the hospital
• Recruitment of staff for the hospital laboratory
• Training of the staff to ensure good laboratory practise
• Managing supplies and inventory
• Rostering of staff to ensure adequate coverage of the the Laboratory duties.

• Setting up a proper and functioning laboratory for the hospital
• Recruitment of staff for the hospital laboratory
• Training of the staff to ensure good laboratory practise
• Managing supplies and inventory
• Rostering of staff to ensure adequate coverage of the the Laboratory duties.

• Worked as Laboratory manager for the Surgical hospital
• Managed a team of 4 Laboratory technologists in providing services to patients and staff in the hospital
• Managed inventory and supply orders to avoid stockouts
• Trained the staff in blood banking and Microbiological techniques.
• Worked within an Interdisciplinary team to ensure proper patient management.

• Lab Manager for an HIV study that looked at the efficacy of Septrin (Cotrimoxazole) in combating opportunistic infections in patients with HIV/AIDS
• Reduced error rates with thorough review of test results and attention to detail in data analysis.
• Managed a team of medical technologists, providing coaching and guidance to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide accurate diagnostic information for effective treatment planning.

• Managing a team of three staff
• Trainer on laboratory technology for South Sudanese students
• Focal point for waste management in the hospital
• Reviewed daily workload distribution among lab personnel to balance responsibilities evenly across the team while meeting deadlines.
• Oversaw inventory management processes, ensuring adequate supplies were always available while minimizing waste and costs.

• Head of microbiology department
• Tutor for Nursing, Clinical medicine and Laboratory students
• Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
• National Examiner in microbiology for medical laboratory students
• Developed comprehensive lesson plans that incorporated multiple modes of instruction, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for all learners.
• Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.

• Head of microbiology unit
• Laboratory manager in charge of 16 staff
• Boosted patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate results, contributing to better-informed treatment plans.
• Supported successful clinical trials by efficiently managing study-related laboratory tasks and ensuring data integrity.
• Optimized workload distribution among team members, ensuring timely completion of tasks without compromising quality.

• Worked in the Microbiology Laboratory of the hospital
• Collected and receive samples for culture in a sterile way
• Ensured that results were provided to patients ina timely manner
• Supported sample collection, medical education to communities whenever there were outbreaks e.g . Cholera, plague