I am a PhD holder in Medical Parasitology and has over seventeen years research experience centered around health implementation research on Neglected Tropical Diseases specifically in tackling the key issues related to diagnosis, epidemiology and control of Schistosomiasis with co-morbidities of soil-transmitted diseases and malaria. In addition, have also been involved in research activities centered around Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) aimed at changing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene situations in rural communities. Over the years, I have gained a robust experience from coordinating various NTD programs within the branch in developing, managing and evaluating various Projects and Grants, implementing health developmental programs and capacity development of development partner organizations and communities locally and nationally.My career objectives are to diligently use my knowledge and skills for betterment of people’s quality of life and to constantly seek more knowledge that would enable to achieve this in a more efficient, effective, culturally acceptable and professional manner as well as according me the opportunity to build my career to the highest level. I am astute in managing multiple and complex partnerships and teams with good training design and facilitation skills with a demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through participatory approaches. I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation with cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Am passionate about eradication of poverty and human suffering through community health development interventions that empower the vulnerable populations with tools and skills for transformative positive change. My priority intervention areas are Neglected Tropical Diseases, Water and Sanitation, & Malaria.