sintayehu wolka |Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. sintayehu wolka | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Ministry of Health Ethiopia Ethiopia

Sintayehu Wolka Worsiso, an MPH graduate from Jimma University, Ethiopia, brings over 11 years of progressive experience in public health. He has held various positions, including Health System Strengthening Specialist at FHI 360 and the Federal Ministry of Health, Ethiopia. Sintayehu has led initiatives in health systems strengthening, nutrition, and maternal and child health. He has developed and implemented strategies, tools, and systems to enhance health services at national and regional levels. Proficient in project design, monitoring, and evaluation, he has contributed to significant health policy and strategy developments. He is skilled in statistical analysis and data management.

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šŸŽ“ Educational Background

MPH in General Public Health: Jimma University, CGPA 3.78, BSc in Public Health: Woliata Sodo University, BA in Management: Haramaya University, High School: Woliata Sodo High School

šŸ’¼ Professional Experience

Health System Strengthening Specialist, FHI 360 (Jan 2024 – Present)

  • Developed HSS strategies related to nutrition.
  • Provided technical assistance to MOH at various levels.
  • Collaborated with MOH departments and partners to strengthen health systems.

Nutrition Coordination and Development Expert, Seqota Declaration, MOH (Jan 2022 – Oct 2023)

  • Coordinated food and nutrition programs at the national level.
  • Led strategy implementation, monitoring, and evaluation in multiple regions.
  • Developed innovative strategies, tools, and systems for health system strengthening.

Health System Strengthening Advisor, MOH Ethiopia (2017 – 2022)

  • Conducted training programs to enhance healthcare providers’ capacity.
  • Implemented electronic health record systems.
  • Engaged with community leaders to establish healthcare initiatives.

Maternal and Child Health Program Manager, MOH SNNPR Region (2013 – 2016)

  • Led maternal and child health services.
  • Conducted capacity building for health professionals.
  • Contributed to proposal design and writing.

šŸ“š Special Skills and Interests

Conducting health-related research using epidemiological study designs. Proficient in statistical analyses (STATA, SPSS). Data mining techniques. Reading scientific journals and motivational books.

šŸŽ“ Relevant Trainings

Nutrition Leadership, New IMAM ToT, Health Research Methodology and Health Ethics, Quality Improvement by the Institute for Health Care Improvement, Infection Prevention and Patient Safety, Evidence Translation and Evidence-Based Decision Making, Leadership, Management and Governance (LMG) TOT, Monitoring and Evaluation by USAID

Publication:šŸ“

  • Mobile Health and Nutrition Team Service Implementation in Somali and Afar Regions of Ethiopia: A Qualitative Implementation Science Study
    • Journal: Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare
    • Year: 2022-12
    • DOI: 10.2147/JMDH.S388104
    • Contributors: Sintayehu Wolka, Mamo Dereje Alemu, Markos Gobana, Gemu Tiru Bati, Hizikiyas Gerawork, Zeleke Abebaw

 

  • The Prevalence of Alcohol Consumption Among Pregnant Women in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    • Journal: Maternal and Child Health Journal
    • Year: 2022-09
    • DOI: 10.1007/s10995-021-03286-1
    • ISSN: 1092-7875, 1573-6628
    • Contributors: Bereket Duko, Asres Bedaso, Sintayehu Wolka, Temesgen Tantu, Dereje Wolde, Getinet Ayano

 

  • Prevalence of Depression Among Women with Obstetric Fistula in Low-Income African Countries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

 

  • Prevalence and Determinants of Gender-Based Violence Among High School Female Students in Wolaita Sodo, Ethiopia: An Institutionally Based Cross-Sectional Study

 

  • Determinants of Maternal Satisfaction with Existing Delivery Care at Wolaita Sodo University Teaching and Referral Hospital, Ethiopia
    • Journal: BioMed Research International
    • Year: 2020-09-25
    • DOI: 10.1155/2020/6403123
    • ISSN: 2314-6133, 2314-6141

 

  • National Health Equity Strategic Plan (2020/21-2024/25)
    • Type: Online resource
    • Contributor: Sintayehu Wolka

 

Rosita Rotella | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

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Mrs. Rosita Rotella | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

Rosita Rotella is an accomplished professional with a robust background in nutrition science, quality control management, and international development. Currently serving as the Child Malnutrition Support Programme Coordinator at Change ONLUS ONG in Madagascar, she excels in coordinating and implementing nutritional interventions. With a Master’s degree in Nutritional Science and ongoing PhD studies in Medicine, her expertise spans food quality management, maternal and child health, and community-based research. Rosita’s career highlights include roles in Spain and Ethiopia, focusing on breastfeeding practices and olive oil quality. She is fluent in Italian, proficient in Spanish, English, and French, and adept in digital tools for multimedia and analytics.

Profile

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šŸŒ Projects šŸš€

Child Malnutrition Support Programme Coordinator

Change Onlus ONG
Ampefy, Soavinandriana, Madagascar
December 2021 ā€“ Current

  • Coordinated activities of a malnutrition support programme.
  • Developed and implemented protocols for treating acute malnutrition.
  • Planned nutrition education events and raised awareness on maternal and child health.
  • Led project development and fundraising efforts.
  • Trained local teams and ensured effective implementation.
  • Managed data collection and coordinated relations with the PAM Madagascar project.

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Food Quality Control Manager

Ristorart Toscana SRL
Catanzaro, Italy
September 2020 ā€“ September 2021

  • Managed food production, processing, and packaging quality.
  • Defined technical specifications and procedures for quality control.
  • Monitored and evaluated quality parameters using the HACCP method.
  • Improved production processes and food product quality.
  • Managed labeling, traceability, and environmental disinfection procedures.

Researcher

Comunidad Misionera de San Pablo Apostol
Ethiopia
November 2019 ā€“ December 2019

  • Conducted research on breastfeeding practices in rural Ethiopia.
  • Investigated nutritional and sociocultural aspects influencing breastfeeding practices.
  • Developed educational programs to enhance maternal and child health.

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PhD Programme in Medicine

Universitat de Valencia
Valencia, Spain
November 2020 ā€“ Current

  • Researching strategies for preventing and treating maternal and child malnutrition in rural Madagascar.

Master’s Degree in Nutritional Science

UniversitĆ  della Calabria
Cosenza, Italy
October 2017 ā€“ May 2020

  • Explored the influence of nutrition on human health and well-being.
  • Studied food legislation, biochemical parameters, and food processing techniques.

Erasmus+ Exchange Student

Universitat de Valencia
Valencia, Spain
January 2019 ā€“ March 2020

  • Studied health, food sciences, toxicology, and forensic medicine.

Degree in Nutritional Science

UniversitĆ  della Calabria
Cosenza, Italy
October 2013 ā€“ October 2017

  • Specialized in nutritional biochemistry and foodborne diseases.

 

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Evaluation of nutritional status using the minimum dietary diversity for women of reproductive age (MDD-W) tool in breastfeeding mothers in Madagascar
    • Authors: Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Peraita-Costa, I., Llopis-GonzĆ”lez, A., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Tropical Medicine and International Health
    • Status: Article in Press
    • Year: 2024
    • Access: Open access

 

  • The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review
    • Authors: Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Llopis-GonzĆ”lez, A., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 15
    • Issue: 12
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 2674
    • Access: Open access
    • Citations: 4

 

  • Breastfeeding-Related Practices in Rural Ethiopia: Colostrum Avoidance
    • Authors: Olcina SimĆ³n, M.A., Rotella, R., Soriano, J.M., Peraita-Costa, I., Morales-Suarez-Varela, M.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Volume: 15
    • Issue: 9
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 2177
    • Access: Open access
    • Citations: 0