SALIM BELLO MUHAMMAD

No.172 Yamadawa Dorayi Babba, Kano, NG.

About

Results-driven Public Health, Field Data Collection, and Community Development Professional with expertise in digital data collection, health surveys, data analytics, and community engagement. Experienced in using ODK, KoboToolbox, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize high-quality data for evidence-based decision-making. Recognized as an SDG Advocate with demonstrated experience leading community health awareness initiatives and implementing projects that promote preventive healthcare and sustainable development. Committed to improving health outcomes through data-driven research, stakeholder engagement, and community-centered solutions.

Work

Sightsavers / Kano State Ministry of Health (SARMAAN Project)

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Ward Supervisor — Mass Drug Administration

Fagge A Ward, Fagge LGA, Kano State, Nigeria

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Public Health Campaign

Summary

Supervised community drug distributors administering azithromycin to children (1–59 months) during the mass drug administration campaign in Fagge A Ward, Fagge LGA, Kano State.

Highlights

Trained and monitored distributors on correct dosing, reconstitution, and administration procedures.

Verified eligibility criteria and ensured caregiver consent and safety protocols were followed.

Managed accountability and inventory control of medicine bottles issued to distribution teams.

Monitored and reported adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in line with NAFDAC pharmacovigilance guidelines.

Ensured accurate documentation and reporting through community treatment registers and a digital mobile app.

Kano State Ministry of Agriculture

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SIWES Intern

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supported agricultural programs through data collection, analysis, and administrative assistance, applying academic knowledge to real-world initiatives.

Highlights

Assisted in the collection and preliminary analysis of agricultural data, contributing to comprehensive reports on crop yield and animal records.

Participated in field visits to local farms, observing and documenting agricultural practices and challenges to inform program development.

Gained practical experience in agricultural extension services, supporting the dissemination of best practices to local farmers.

Contributed to administrative tasks and data entry, ensuring organized and accessible record-keeping for departmental projects.

Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention

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Supervisor

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supervised and guided field data collectors, ensuring efficient and accurate data acquisition for critical public health initiatives.

Highlights

Led and managed a team of field data collectors, providing comprehensive guidance and training that optimized data collection processes for public health surveys.

Implemented rigorous quality control measures, ensuring over 95% data accuracy and completeness in reporting for critical public health interventions.

Streamlined reporting procedures, ensuring timely submission of field data and adherence to strict project timelines.

Facilitated effective communication between field teams and project management, promptly resolving issues to maintain operational efficiency.

SMC & DRF Surveys

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Data Collector

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted comprehensive household and health facility-based interviews, collecting essential data for public health and development surveys.

Highlights

Administered structured questionnaires to over 500 households and health facilities, ensuring high response rates and data integrity.

Collected critical field data using digital tools ODK, enhancing efficiency and accuracy of data capture by 50% compared to manual methods.

Maintained strict adherence to data collection protocols and ethical guidelines, safeguarding participant confidentiality and data reliability.

Engaged effectively with diverse community members and facility staff, building rapport to facilitate smooth and comprehensive data gathering.

Education

Federal University Dutse

Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria
B. Agriculture Animal Science

Certificates

Certificate of Participation, One-Day International Workshop on Research Methodology, Data Analysis and Publication, Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), June 2026.

Basic Financial Education Certification

Kudimata (NYSC/NNPC Foundation)

Certificate of Excellence (SDSN Youth SDGs Advocate Programme - Cohort 8)

SDSN Youth Nigeria

WHO x Nigeria Youth Engagement Series Module 1

WHO

Cybersecurity Guide for Journalists & Activists

Introduction to Data Analysis

Alison

eHealth Academy Data Analytics (Geospatial)

eHealth Academy

Vegetable Production

Wageningen University

Skills

Data Collection & Analysis

Field Data Collection, Survey Administration, Questionnaire Administration, Structured Interviews, Data Quality Assurance, Digital Data Collection Tools (ODK, CTO Survey), SPSS Data Analysis, Geospatial Data Analytics (Basic), Report Writing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI.

Project & Team Management

Supervision, Team Leadership, Reporting Accuracy, Timeline Management, Monitoring & Evaluation Support, Project Coordination.

Communication & Engagement

Community Mobilization, Community Engagement, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Professional Communication, Teamwork.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Data Integrity, Ethical Data Handling.

References

Dr. Abdulmumin Baba Amin

Post Graduate Coordinator Department of Animal Science Federal University Dutse Abdulmumin.b@fud.edu.ng +2348035667761

Pharmacist Tukur Ibrahim

Technical Advisor to the DMCSA Kano State Ibrahimtk66@gmail.com +2348067139138

Languages

English

Projects

Nigeria Rainfall vs Flood Analysis Dashboard | 3MTT Data Analytics Capstone

Summary

Python (pandas), Power BI, DAX, Power Query, Jupyter Notebook

SDG 3 Health Awareness Initiative

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Summary

Project Lead for the SDSN Youth Nigeria SDGs Advocate Programme (Cohort 8)