SALIM BELLO MUHAMMAD

Detail-Oriented Data Collection & Public Health Professional
Kano, NG.

About

Highly motivated field data collection professional with 3+ years of experience in public health surveys and community-based research, adept at ensuring data quality and accuracy across diverse settings. Proven ability to supervise field teams, administer complex questionnaires, and leverage digital tools like ODK for efficient data capture. Committed to ethical data handling and delivering reliable insights to support evidence-based decision-making in public health and agricultural initiatives.

Work

Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention
|

Supervisor

Summary

Supervised field data collectors to ensure efficient and accurate data acquisition for public health initiatives.

Highlights

Led and managed a team of field data collectors, providing guidance and training to optimize 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, resulting in timely submission of field data and adherence to strict project timelines.

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

SMC & DRF Surveys
|

Data Collector

Summary

Conducted comprehensive household and facility-based interviews to collect 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 like ODK, enhancing efficiency and accuracy of data capture by 20% 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.

Kano State Ministry of Agriculture
|

SIWES Intern

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported agricultural programs and initiatives through practical application of academic knowledge and field assistance.

Highlights

Assisted in the collection and analysis of agricultural data, contributing to reports on crop yield and soil health.

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

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 record-keeping for departmental projects.

Education

Federal University Dutse
Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria

B. Agriculture

Animal Science

Languages

English

Certificates

WHO x Nigeria Youth Engagement Series Module 1

Issued By

WHO

Introduction to Data Analysis

Issued By

Alison

eHealth Academy Data Analytics (Geospatial)

Issued By

eHealth Academy

Cybersecurity Guide for Journalists & Activists
Vegetable Production

Issued By

Wageningen University

Skills

Data Collection & Analysis

Field Data Collection, Survey Administration, SPSS Data Analysis, Geospatial Data Analytics, Data Quality Assurance, Structured Interviewing, Digital Data Collection Tools, ODK, CTO Survey.

Project & Team Management

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

Communication & Engagement

Community Mobilization, Community Engagement, Communication, Teamwork, Stakeholder Management, Interviewing.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power BI, SPSS, ODK, CTO Survey.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

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

Report Writing

Report Writing, Documentation, Data Reporting.