Francisca O.
Mid-Level Public Health Researcher
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Francisca O. is a dedicated Public Health Researcher with a robust background in implementing health studies across Nigeria. Her expertise in mixed-methods research is evident from her active involvement in primary healthcare systems, focusing on maternal and child health programs through field data collection and cluster randomized trials. Francisca has held impactful roles, including National Health Fellow at the Federal Ministry of Health, where she mapped healthcare facilities to identify service delivery gaps. She has served as a Site Research Coordinator for the IVAN Research Institution, managing NIH-funded projects, and as a Research Assistant at CTAIR. Her skills extend to survey and interview design, protocol development, and data analysis using software tools like SPSS and Power Bi. Her educational foundation includes a B.Tech in Public Health and ongoing MSc studies in Epidemiology. Francisca's contributions to public health are further highlighted by her research publications and leadership in initiatives addressing women's health and community health education.
Experience
National Health Fellow
Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare · 2026 — PresentMapped primary healthcare (PHC) facilities to identify gaps in services such as antenatal, delivery, postnatal, and immunization. Collaborated with community members and health stakeholders to understand needs and co-develop practical solutions. Assessed fund utilization under the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) while pinpointing service delivery gaps needing intervention. Supported community engagement and mobilization efforts to enhance awareness and uptake of essential PHC services. Provided field insights to aid in strengthening service delivery within primary healthcare systems.Site Research Co-Ordinator
IVAN Research Institution · 2025 — 2025Oversaw multiple research projects including an NIH-funded RCT focusing on cervical cancer elimination among HIV-positive women. Ensured accurate data collection and protocol compliance while managing field operations across various research sites. Engaged with stakeholders such as implementing partners, healthcare personnel, and doctors to facilitate project execution. Provided daily oversight and training for research assistants and field teams to maintain data quality and adhere to ethical standards.Public Health Personnel (NYSC)
Eket Local Government Primary Healthcare Facility · 2024 — 2025Counseled HIV-positive mothers and collected statistics regarding antenatal visits, analyzing their relationship with monthly delivery rates. Conducted examinations, including HIV status checks to enhance maternal and infant health. Provided counseling and education to expecting mothers on best practices in maternal health, which contributed to increased utilization of antenatal services.Data Contributor
Oxford COVID-19 Government Tracker (OxCGRT) · 2022 — 2023Researched and coded COVID-19 policies related to containment, economic measures, health systems, and vaccination across various countries. Updated policy data on the OxCGRT website to enable real-time monitoring of COVID-19 measures and supported informed decision-making by providing accurate data for effective response. Assisted in identifying policy gaps to enhance readiness for potential COVID-19 surges.Public Health Intern
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control · 2021 — 2022Evaluated vaccines, drugs, and cosmetic products for compliance with safety and quality standards. Contributed to public health safety through the regulation of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products, collaborating with quality assurance teams to ensure only approved items were released to the market.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Msc EpidemiologyUniversity of Port Harcourt
- Bachelor of Technology in Public HealthFederal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria
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