Buteye Dotto Buteye
Njombe,Tanzania
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Health Education and Institutional Leader with over six years of executive leadership experience managing health training institutions within a Faith-Based Organization setting. Currently serving as Principal overseeing institutional operations for more than 1,000 students, 82 staff members, and six academic programmes at Certificate and Diploma levels. Demonstrated expertise in institutional governance, accreditation, quality assurance, academic administration, stakeholder engagement, and health workforce development. Academic background in Medical Laboratory Sciences with ongoing Master of Public Health (MPH) training at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, strengthening capabilities in public health leadership and health systems management. Seasoned [Job Title] specialising in administering budgets, maintaining compliance and keeping records up to date. Detail-oriented and decisive leadership style with background in education and planning, problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to positively impact teacher performance and student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Principal
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2021.03 - 2026.06
- Provide strategic leadership and institutional management of Faith-Based Health Training Institution
- Drive institutional planning, governance and operational improvement
- Lead accreditation, quality assurance and institutional compliance processes
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement with regulators and health sector partners to align institutional objectives with industry standards
- Supervised 82 staff across academic and administrative departments, ensuring effective operations and support for institutional goals
- Oversee training delivery and student welfare for 1,000+ students
- Coordinated implementation and performance of six certificate and diploma programmes, enhancing educational offerings and student outcomes
- Lead resource allocation and institutional sustainability initiatives
- Established strong relationships with local community organisations, promoting positive public image of the Institution.
- Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, achieving disciplined learning atmosphere.
- Oversaw hiring process of faculty members, ensured acquisition of skilled tutors.
- Liaised with governing bodies regularly; maintained transparency in decision-making processes.
Medical Laboratory Tutor (Full-time)
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
Njombe, Tanzania
2019.10 - 2026.06
Deliver teaching, practical training and student assessment in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Supervise students during clinical placement and competency development
Support curriculum implementation and continuous academic improvement
Mentor students and promote quality teaching and learning standards
Chairperson, Steering Committee for Re-affirmation of Full Accreditation
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.04 - 2021.11
Led institutional coordination for re-affirmation of full accreditation
Oversaw compliance with regulatory and quality assurance requirements
Coordinated preparation of institutional documentation and evidence
Engaged stakeholders to support successful accreditation processes
Quality Assurance Officer
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.03 - 2021.03
Coordinated institutional quality assurance systems and compliance activities
Monitored implementation of academic and operational quality standards
Supported accreditation and regulatory requirements
Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives across departments
Ensured regulatory compliance, minimised exposure to penalties or sanctions.
Head of Department – Medical Laboratory Sciences
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.03 - 2021.03
Led academic and administrative functions of the department
Coordinated curriculum delivery, staff performance and student outcomes
Managed departmental planning, reporting and resource utilization
Strengthened teaching quality and academic performance
Part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist
Adrikalo Specialized Medical Polyclinic, Dar es Salaam
2019.07 - 2019.09
Performed laboratory investigations and ensured accuracy of diagnostic results
Maintained laboratory quality standards and operational procedures
Supported clinicians through timely reporting of laboratory findings
Ensured compliance with laboratory safety and quality protocols
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Intern)
St. Benedict’s Ndanda Referral Hospital
2018.07 - 2019.06
Conducted routine and specialized laboratory diagnostic procedures
Participated in specimen collection, processing and result validation
Maintained laboratory quality control and biosafety standards
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care
Education
Master of Public Health - Candidate - Research Phase
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 2024.10 - 2026.10
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health And Allied Sciences
Kampala International University in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 2013.10 - 2018.04
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - PCB
Bwiru Boys’ Technical Secondary School
Mwanza, Tanzania /2011 - /2013
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Buluba Secondary School
Shinyanga, Tanzania 2007.01 - 2010.10
Primary School Leaving Certificate -
Lusu Primary School
Tabora, Tanzania 2000.01 - 2006.10
Skills
- Public Health Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Academic Administration
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Quality assurance
- Budget and Resource Management
- Systems strengthening
- Stakeholder engagement
- Leadership governance
- Human Resource Leadership
Clinical Attachments & Practices (2014 – 2017)
- Tumbi Regional Referral Hospital
- Muhimbili National Hospital
- Iringa Regional Referral Hospital
- Shinyanga Regional Referral Hospital
- Nzega District Hospital
Certification
- October 2022: Health Training Institutional Management, Leadership and Governance (2 Weeks) - Centre for Educational Development in Health Arusha (CEDHA)
- June – September 2013: National Service, JKT Kwa Mujibu wa Sheria OP Miaka 50 ya JKT - 821 JKT Bulombora
- April 2023: Teaching Methodology Course - National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Scientific research, sports, music, travelling, and reading
REFEREES
- Japhet Joachim, Simpepo, NACTVET Zonal Manager, simpepo@nacte.go.tz, +255 752 279 332, NACTVET Southern Highland Zonal
- Hussein, Mohamed, Senior Lecturer at MUHAS, Hussein.mohamed@muhas.ac.tz, +255 714 217 172
- Innocent Albert, Chinguile, Training Coordinator - Ministry of Health, ichinguile@yahoo.co.uk, +255 714 116 759
Declaration
I, BUTEYE DOTTO BUTEYE, hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Languages
English and Swahili (Fluent)
Timeline
Master of Public Health - Candidate - Research Phase
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
2024.10 - 2026.10
Principal
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2021.03 - 2026.06
Chairperson, Steering Committee for Re-affirmation of Full Accreditation
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.04 - 2021.11
Quality Assurance Officer
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.03 - 2021.03
Head of Department – Medical Laboratory Sciences
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2020.03 - 2021.03
Medical Laboratory Tutor (Full-time)
Lugarawa Health Training Institute
2019.10 - 2026.06
Part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist
Adrikalo Specialized Medical Polyclinic, Dar es Salaam
2019.07 - 2019.09
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Intern)
St. Benedict’s Ndanda Referral Hospital
2018.07 - 2019.06
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health And Allied Sciences
Kampala International University in Tanzania
2013.10 - 2018.04
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Buluba Secondary School
2007.01 - 2010.10
Primary School Leaving Certificate -
Lusu Primary School
2000.01 - 2006.10
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - PCB
Bwiru Boys’ Technical Secondary School
/2011 - /2013