Rose Marwa
Dar-es-Salaam
Summary
Medical doctor and public health specialist with over 10 years of experience in clinical practice and health systems strengthening in Tanzania. Proven track record in designing and implementing public health programs for Neglected Tropical Diseases, HIV, TB, and Non-Communicable Diseases. Led the USD 900,000 STOP TB Partnership TB Reach Wave 8 project, significantly improving TB case finding through community-based Accredited Drug Dispensing Outlets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health System Strengthening/ GESI Advisor
RTI International
Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Partnered with President's Office, Regional Administration, and Local Government (PORALG), along with Ministry of Health (MOH), to enhance Comprehensive Council Health Plan (CCHP) capacity for integrating NTD activities into PlanRep system, boosting domestic financing for sustainability.
- Enhanced availability and utilization of NTD indicators in DHIS2, integrating with existing systems including Planning and Reporting System (PlanRep) and Unified Community System (UCS).
- Enhanced socio-behavioral change interventions through GESI in hard-to-reach communities, driving community mass drug administration uptake above 80%.
- Contributed to development of basic NTD service package for integration into UHI Essential Service Benefit Package, ensuring alignment of STGs and NEML for NTD services.
- Contributed to the implementation and midterm review of the NTD Master Plan and Sustainability Plan, aligning with the WHO NTD Roadmap 2021-2030.
- Contributed to development of comprehensive e-learning modules on NTDs, enabling integration into Ministry of Health's national e-learning platform for health worker training.
- Contributed to drafting NTD financial strategy emphasizing domestic resource mobilization, pending endorsement by Minister of Health.
- Contributed to the development of the National Morbidity Management and Disability Prevention (MMDP) strategy.
- Coordinated annual forecasting of NTDs medicines, alongside the preparation of NTDs annual medicines application to donors.
Project Coordinator
Christian Social Services Commission CSSC
Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed $900,000 TUWAFIKIE ZAIDI project, financed by TB REACH, STOP TB Partnership in Tanzania.
- Partnered with MOH, PORALG, and stakeholders to optimize TB service provision across eight regions.
- Spearheaded mentoring sessions with Accredited Drug Dispensing Outlets to increase TB case notifications.
- Led strategic needs assessment focused on national digitalization of TB community data.
- Conduct monitoring and evaluation of TB data alongside National TB and Leprosy Control Program within MOH framework
- Secured a 50% decline in sputum rejection rates by streamlining sample transport procedures.
- Assisted regional project officers in executing TUWAFIKIE ZAIDI activities.
- Achieved 99% treatment initiation rate for confirmed TB cases, exceeding established goals.
Regional HIV/TB Manager
Management and Development for Health MDH
Kagera, Tanzania
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Led strategic planning and implementation of TB/HIV services across eight councils in Kagera region.
- Conducted a comprehensive needs assessment for TB/HIV programs in the Kagera region.
- Streamlined data integration into DHIS 2 ETL for improved reporting
- Evaluated TB/HIV data to guide strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Enhanced IPT initiation from 45% to 75%, with completion rates surpassing 85% in one year.
- Guided health facilities in establishing effective operational Quality Improvement Teams and Work Improvement Teams.
- Managed TB/HIV officers, assuring optimal execution of activities within eight councils.
Country EXIT-TB Project Coordinator
NIMR-Muhimbili
Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Coordinated country-level project implementation and collaborated with coordinators from Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia for seamless execution.
- Facilitated collection, transportation, processing, and storage of sputum samples while ensuring ethical compliance.
- Developed annual action plans and budgets in partnership with Principal Investigators.
- Monitored project implementation progress to guarantee timely achievement of objectives.
- Contributed to proposal writing and grant applications to support institutional research initiatives
Medical Officer
Regency Medical Centr
Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Conducted investigations and post-operative follow-ups across multiple specialties, focusing on the emergency department and the ICU.
- Evaluated patient histories and current symptoms at the general outpatient clinic.
- Collaborated with specialists to gain insights on patient conditions, and facilitated referrals for additional care.
- Advised patients on post-treatment care, home recovery plans, and rehabilitation strategies.
- Managed patients at CTC, focusing on TB and HIV prevention, achieving over 90% improvement in clinical outcomes through quality processes.
Education
Project Management
Digital Regenesys
08-2025
Master of Public Health
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
Tanzania12-2018
Doctor of Medicine
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
Tanzania12-2014
Skills
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Policy writing
- Public health strategy
- Stakeholder engagement
- Monitoring and evaluation
- GESI
- Analytical skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Board member of Tanzania Stop TB Partnership
Certification
- Certificate of Good Clinical Practice
- Certificate of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health System Strengthening/ GESI Advisor
RTI International
03.2023 - 05.2025
Project Coordinator
Christian Social Services Commission CSSC
02.2021 - 05.2022
Regional HIV/TB Manager
Management and Development for Health MDH
12.2018 - 01.2021
Country EXIT-TB Project Coordinator
NIMR-Muhimbili
05.2018 - 11.2018
Medical Officer
Regency Medical Centr
05.2016 - 05.2018
Project Management
Digital Regenesys
Master of Public Health
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
Doctor of Medicine
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
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