Innocent Malomo
Lilongwe
Summary
Experienced development professional with a 12-year track record in managing public health programs and projects at district and national levels, overseeing budgets exceeding $5,000,000. Proven expertise in crafting successful proposals, strengthening community systems, capacity building, health financing, and collaborating with government stakeholders. Skilled in effective project implementation through consortiums and partnerships. Specialized in HIV and AIDS programming, with over a decade of experience managing and coordinating initiatives for the general population, AGYW, and key populations. Actively seeking a full-time role in a dynamic organization to contribute to strategic objectives aligned with national and UN development goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical & Advocacy Coordinator - HIV
ActionAid Malawi
Lilongwe
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Designing, planning, budgeting, implementing, and evaluating HIV interventions targeting AGYW, men having sex with men (MSMs), and Female Sex workers (FSWs) in collaboration with the MOH and CSOs
- Leading and building the capacity of implementing partners to ensure HIV interventions targeting AGYW, MSMs, and FSW are implemented in line with Global Fund and MOH policies, strategies, and procedures
- Reviewing funding and change requests, forecasts, and work plans from implementing partners to ensure the disbursement of funds according to approved budgets and timelines
- Compiling quarterly reports and disbursement requests for submission to project donors (Global Fund)
- Representing ActionAid Malawi in diverse HIV technical working groups and forums
- Major Achievements: Provided leadership and technical support to 8 partner NGOs, implementing HIV prevention programs to the tune of $5,000,000, improving performance indicators from C (below 30%) in 2018 to A2 (90-100%) in 2020
- Contributed towards securing a $30,000,000 TB/HIV grant from Global Fund running from 2018-2020
- Contributed to securing a $2.25M Global Fund grant for COVID-19 response running from 2020-2021
- Coordinated the 2019/2020 Malawi BBS Survey in collaboration with NAC, CHSU, and NSO
- This survey report played a pivotal role in informing strategic HIV key population interventions nationwide.
Principal HIV and AIDS Coordinator
Zomba City Council
Zomba
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Leading stakeholders in the designing, implementation, and monitoring of HIV and nutrition interventions
- Establishing vital linkages between the city council and relevant bodies such as NAC, DHA, and DNHA
- Compiling quarterly and annual reports for submission to the Director of Health and key stakeholders
- Major Achievements: Mapped 45+ city HIV service organizations, enhancing coordination and reducing duplication
- Led HIV KAPS survey, producing a report that enhanced behavioral change programs targeting key populations in the city
- Trained 30 CBOs in proposal development enabling 15+ to secure small-scale grants from NAC, and PEPFAR
- Led the development of HIV workplace policy leading to increased uptake of HIV services among staff.
Environmental Health Officer
Zomba City Council
Zomba
06.2011 - 11.2012
- Planning, budgeting, implementing, evaluating, and reporting public health program activities in the city
- Monitoring and evaluating sanitation improvement activities in collaboration with M and E Officer
- Conducting routine inspections in public places such as markets, schools, and business premises to ensure compliance with health legislation and standards
- Major Achievements: Led city Sanitation Survey whose report optimized targeting of WASH interventions in city peri urban.
Acting Director of Health Services
Zomba City Council
Zomba
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Providing leadership to the department during planning, budgeting, and execution of health and social interventions in line with local and national strategies, policies, guidelines, and procedures
- Fostering strategic partnerships with stakeholders and donors to enhance the effective implementation of health and social services
- Major Achievements: Led and coordinated 50+ staff to achieve the council's public health objectives
- Contributed to securing a $100,000 Sino-American Initiative funded by Sister City International supporting the maintenance of public sanitary facilities.
Technical & Advocacy Coordinator for HIV & COVID-19
ActionAid
Lilongwe
01.2021
- Designing, implementing, and evaluating HIV and COVID-19 activities in collaboration with MOH and CSOs
- Conducting a capacity assessment of prospective partner NGOs to ensure partners with the right capacities and leverages are recruited into the consortium implementing the project
- Providing capacity building and technical support to implementing partners to ensure effective implementation of HIV programs and integration of COVID-19 interventions into HIV programs targeting Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), general and key populations
- Leading partner NGOs in the preparation of activity budgets and ensuring timely liquidation of all activities in line with Global Fund and ActionAid Malawi procedures and policies for sound financial management
- Leading consortium partners in community-led monitoring and systems-strengthening efforts thereby promoting equitable access and uptake of HIV and health services among target populations
- Compiling quarterly reports and disbursement requests for submission to the PR
- Major Achievements: Successfully provided technical leadership to 5 partner organizations Implementing HIV and COVID-19 interventions leading to overall programmatic achievement of 80% at the end of the 2022-2023 grant
- Contributed to securing a $3.2 M Global Fund grant for COVID-19 response running from 2024-2026.
Education
Masters in Project Management -
Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI)
11.2023
Certificate in Health Financing -
University of Heidelberg
03.2020
Certificate in HIV Surveillance for Key Populations -
University of Zagreb
03.2019
Certificate in WASH and Urban Agriculture -
Mzuzu University
11.2011
BSc. Environmental Health -
University of Malawi
11.2010
Malawi School Certificate of Education -
Ntchisi Secondary School
12.2004
Malawi Junior Certificate of Education -
Kayoyo CDSS
01.1999
Skills
- Vision and strategic thinking: Able to think and plan in the long term and align program objectives to organization or national goals
- Organization and Problem Solving: Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills without the need for extensive support
- Project management: Able to handle complex and multi-stakeholder projects under strict deadlines
- Analytical: Able to analyze project and program data and make decisions based on evidence Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SPSS
- Team Player: Able to execute instructions from senior team members Able to train, mentor, coach, and lead teams based on teams’ professional needs and strengths
- Familiarity with health context: Familiar with Malawi's health landscape, including programs at the district, national level, and health facility levels
- Health financing and budgeting: Knowledgeable with health financing in LMICs Able to develop, read, and monitor budgets for health projects and programs
- Communication: Strong writer, facilitator, and oral communicator, able to distill and explain complex concepts to varied audiences
- Diplomatic and interpersonal skills: Able network and to build strategic relationships with government partners, donors, communities, and other stakeholders
- Legal Research
- Research Proficiency
- Policy Development
- Volunteer Management
- Policy Analysis
- Media Relations
- Benefits Administration
- Legal Knowledge
- Academic Standards Management
- School Administration
- Administrative Staff Coordination
- Disciplinary Actions
- State Testing Support
- Fiscal Management
- Reliability
- Instructor Training
- Classroom Evaluations
- Videoconferencing Expertise
- Special Education Programs
- Content Development
- Continuous Improvement
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Excellent Communication
- Faculty Coordination
- Adaptability
- Course Management
- Professionalism
- Faculty Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Recordkeeping Abilities
- Technology Integration
- Curriculum Management
- Inventory Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Student Support
- Professional Demeanor
- Vocational Programs Development
- New System Implementation
- Social Media Promotion
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- Student Needs Assessments
- Student Registration
- Federal Compliance
- Student Relations
- Flexible Schedule
- Work Prioritization
Voluntary Experience
- Intern Environmental Health Officer, Ntchisi District Hospital, Ntchisi, Malawi, 01/2009, 03/2009, Ensured compliance with environmental health regulations and standards., Assisted in implementing disease control and prevention measures within the health facility., Educated staff and patients on proper hygiene practices to prevent the spread of diseases., Ensured that biomedical waste is handled according to established guidelines.
- Trainer of Trainers, Society of Advancement of Women, Ntchisi, Malawi, 01/2003, 12/2003, Conducted community mobilization and sensitization sessions., Organized and facilitated training sessions for community volunteers on human rights., Compiled monthly reports for submission to the district supervisor.
Languages
- English, Basic Proficiency (A1)
- Chichewa, Mother Tongue (Mastery Proficiency)
Awards
- MBA degree best performer, ESAMI, Arusha, Tanzania
- Overall master best performer, ESAMI, Arusha, Tanzania.
- David Livingstone Award, University of Malawi & University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
References
- Mr. Dalitso Kuphanga, Program and Policy Manager, ActionAid Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia, +231 777 347 236, Dalitso.Kuphanga@actionaid.org
- Mr. Busta Chiona, Director of Health Services, Zomba City Council, P.O. Box 43, Zomba, Malawi, +265 999 684 554, bustachiona@gmail.com
- Mr Kondwani Mshali, Technical and Advocacy Coordinator (TB), Action Aid Malawi, P.O. Box 30735, Lilongwe 3, Malawi, +265884320355, Kondwani.Mshali@actionaid.org
Timeline
Technical & Advocacy Coordinator for HIV & COVID-19
ActionAid
01.2021
Technical & Advocacy Coordinator - HIV
ActionAid Malawi
10.2016 - 12.2020
Principal HIV and AIDS Coordinator
Zomba City Council
06.2012 - 09.2016
Acting Director of Health Services
Zomba City Council
04.2012 - 06.2012
Environmental Health Officer
Zomba City Council
06.2011 - 11.2012
Masters in Project Management -
Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI)
Certificate in Health Financing -
University of Heidelberg
Certificate in HIV Surveillance for Key Populations -
University of Zagreb
Certificate in WASH and Urban Agriculture -
Mzuzu University
BSc. Environmental Health -
University of Malawi
Malawi School Certificate of Education -
Ntchisi Secondary School
Malawi Junior Certificate of Education -
Kayoyo CDSS
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