Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Community Service
PROFILE SUMMARY / PERSONAL ESSENTIALS
LEADERSHIP ROLES / INVOLVEMENTS
References
Timeline
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Ndahafa Paulina Joseph

Ndahafa Paulina Joseph

Summary

Resourceful public health professional with over 10 years' experience in disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, environmental health, and capacity building. Currently a Field Epidemiology Resident passionate about integrating environmental health, vector control, and health systems strengthening to reduce disease burden in resource-limited settings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Epidemiology Resident

Ministry of Health and Social Services
02.2024 - Current
  • Lead outbreak investigations and risk assessments
  • Conduct statistical analyses to inform health strategies
  • Deliver training and mentoring to health workers
  • Prepare technical reports and policy briefs

Environmental Health Practitioner

Ministry of Health and Social Services, Arandis
07.2021 - 02.2024
  • Conducted water sampling, food safety inspections, and environmental audits
  • Led sanitation inspections and advised on waste management policies

Environmental Health Practitioner Assistant

Ministry of Health and Social Services, Oshakati
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Supervised malaria spraying and hygiene inspections
  • Supported health education initiatives

Laboratory Technologist

Chocolat Frey
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Supported quality control and laboratory testing as part of an international B360 exchange programme

Education

Master of Science - Epidemiology

University of Namibia
Oshakati, Oshana, Namibia
04-2026

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health

Namibia University of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
04-2020

Certificate in Environmental Health Assistants' Programme - Environmental Health

National Health Training Centre
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia

Secondary Education - Science Education

Jan Jonker Afrikaner Senior Secondary School
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia

Skills

  • Epidemiological analysis and surveillance
  • Vector control and environmental health
  • Data analysis (SPSS, DHIS2, HMIS)
  • Capacity building & training delivery
  • Report writing & policy development
  • Leadership, communication & team coordination
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Research and analysis
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Time management

Certification

  • Best Student in Environmental Health Science, NUST (2018)
  • Exchange Programme to Switzerland, B360 Education Partnership (2018)
  • Second Best Student, Environmental Health Assistant Programme (2011)

Languages

English
Oshiwambo
Afrikaans

Community Service

Participated in immunization campaigns & health education activities, Conducted community risk assessments and mobilization on sanitation and hygiene, Investigated environmental hazards, providing evidence-based solutions

PROFILE SUMMARY / PERSONAL ESSENTIALS

Public health practitioner experienced in: - Disease surveillance & outbreak investigation - Environmental & vector control assessments - Data analysis (SPSS, DHIS2, HMIS) - Capacity building & training for health workers - Report writing & policy briefs - Cross-sectoral collaboration in public health

LEADERSHIP ROLES / INVOLVEMENTS

  • Led outbreak investigations & coordinated response teams
  • Delivered training & capacity building for district health teams
  • Supported data quality audits and feedback for decision-making
  • Advised on health promotion, food safety, water quality, and environmental risk management

References

Gregory Willemse, Supervisor, gregory.willemse@mhss.gov.na, +264 812809683


Dianah Mukuture-Ewaga, Lecturer, dewaga@unam.na, +264 65 2232281


Ndeshi Sakaria, FELTP Mentor, ndeshihafela.sakaria@mhss.gov.na, +264 817491304  

Timeline

Field Epidemiology Resident

Ministry of Health and Social Services
02.2024 - Current

Environmental Health Practitioner

Ministry of Health and Social Services, Arandis
07.2021 - 02.2024

Environmental Health Practitioner Assistant

Ministry of Health and Social Services, Oshakati
02.2020 - 06.2021

Laboratory Technologist

Chocolat Frey
08.2018 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Epidemiology

University of Namibia

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health

Namibia University of Science And Technology

Certificate in Environmental Health Assistants' Programme - Environmental Health

National Health Training Centre

Secondary Education - Science Education

Jan Jonker Afrikaner Senior Secondary School
Ndahafa Paulina Joseph