Gloria Essau Swilla
Dar es Salaam,Tanzania
Summary
A dedicated and results-driven medical professional with a strong background in clinical practice, healthcare program planning, and community engagement. Experienced in providing comprehensive patient care across various specialties, including internal medicine, pediatrics, and surgery, while ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery. Skilled in project management, leadership, and capacity building, with a proven ability to coordinate impactful community projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Proficient in research and data analysis, with a focus on public health issues such as antimicrobial resistance and maternal health. Adept at team collaboration, patient education, and crisis response, contributing to improved health outcomes and community well-being. Fluent in English and Swahili, with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Researcher
KCMC and DANIDA
Dar Es Salaam
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborate in developing research proposals and implementation plan.
- Conduct a developmental research on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights among adolescents and youth in Tanzania.
- Partnership with important stakeholders such as Ministries of Health and Education & Local government.
Medical Officer
Highland Specialized Polyclinic
Dar Es Salaam
11.2024 - Current
- Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
- Educated patients on preventative health care practices, nutrition, and lifestyle choices.
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
Dar es Salaam
11.2023 - Current
- Comprehensive Patient Care: Delivered high-quality medical care through diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and patient education across various departments, including emergency and specialty rotations.
- Team Collaboration and Clinical Support: Worked with multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care, assist in surgeries, and handle emergency cases under senior supervision.
- Health Promotion and Documentation: Participated in hospital outreach programs and maintained detailed patient records to ensure continuity of care and promote public health awareness.
Member of Executive Board/Head of Finance/Alumni
TAMIDA
Dar Es Salaam
09.2019 - Current
- Financial Management and Reporting: Managed budgets, tracked expenditures, and prepared accurate financial reports to ensure compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
- Grant Oversight and Compliance: Administered grant funds, facilitated audits, and ensured adherence to financial policies and donor guidelines.
- Team Training and Strategic Support: Provided financial training to team members and supported strategic planning through financial analysis and forecasting.
- Mentoring new Executive Board members and conducting training sessions.
Campus Director
Millennium Fellowship
Dar es Salaam
09.2023 - 12.2023
- As Campus Director for the Millennium Fellowship in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, I led a team of students in implementing impactful community projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- I coordinated team activities, facilitated leadership training, and ensured effective collaboration among members
- Through my efforts, the fellowship achieved significant milestones in promoting education, health, and social inclusion within the local community
Treasurer/ Vice Chairperson
TAMSA
Dar Es Salaam
11.2018 - 11.2021
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 12-2023
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) -
Feza Girls Secondary School
05-2018
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) -
Barbro Johansson Model Girls Secondary School
10-2015
Skills
- Leadership and Advisory
- Community Engagement
- Crisis Response
- Public Speaking and Presentation
- Capacity Building and Training
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Research and Data Analysis
- Event Planning and Coordination
Languages
English, Swahili
References
- Sharifa, Bungala, Assistant Director - Monitoring and Evaluation, +255713524736, President’s Office, P.O. Box1291, Dodoma, Tanzania
- Jackline, Ngowi, Program Manager - GROWNNUT II/EPRENUT-MUHAS & Research Fellow at DRP, jacklinengowi64@gmail.com, +255656813161, P.O. Box65001, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- David, Mwaipaya, Clinical Experience Manager - AHN Tanzania & Executive Director - CoHASO, +255766195889
Accomplishments
- Served as a Students Peer Educator at Muhimbili National Hospital (2023).
- Appointed as Campus Director for the inaugural Millennium Fellowship Cohort at MUHAS (2023).
- Achieved2nd Place in the My Giving Story competition, organized by the Foundation of Civil Society (2023).
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Affiliations
- Co-Founder at AkiliRecipe, January2022 – Present, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- Executive Board Member at TAMIDA, July2019 – January2024, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- Executive Board Member at TAMSA, November2018 – September2021, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Software
Microsoft office, Outlook, Google Mail, Microsoft Windows
Timeline
Assistant Researcher
KCMC and DANIDA
12.2024 - Current
Medical Officer
Highland Specialized Polyclinic
11.2024 - Current
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Campus Director
Millennium Fellowship
09.2023 - 12.2023
Member of Executive Board/Head of Finance/Alumni
TAMIDA
09.2019 - Current
Treasurer/ Vice Chairperson
TAMSA
11.2018 - 11.2021
Doctor of Medicine -
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) -
Feza Girls Secondary School
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) -
Barbro Johansson Model Girls Secondary School