Experience

Melbourne Sexual Health Centre

• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Assistant

  • Feb 2022 - Present

  Assist to set up the logistical aspects of the randomized control trial and for management of the dayto- day operations under the guidance and support of the study investigators. Optimize recruitment of participants into research studies Recruit participants into research studies Administer questionnaires and consent forms Data analysis using statistical software and programming tools Data collection and data entry including contacting participants to verify data that may be incorrect or missing. Review medical records and extract data Communicate effectively with participants and employ strategies to optimize study retention Implement follow-up procedures and reminders and regular review of these processes Generate simple data outputs such as numbers recruited Consult with the study team, preparation of study reports, and publications Show less



Innovations for Poverty Action

• United States
• Research Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Research Associate

  • Mar 2020 - Jan 2022

  A qualitative needs assessment on Sesame Street TV program in Myanmar An assessment on justice provision and justice-seeking behaviour in Myanmar Recruit, train, and manage survey teams; Ensure that data quality guidelines are followed, including evaluating enumerators, monitoring data collection, and conducting data quality audits; Create and implement a plan for the evaluation budget's appropriate financial management; Act as the primary point of contact with the Principal Investigator regarding study progress and implementation efforts; Manage critical relationships with partner organisations, including government ministries and local government bodies; Collaborate closely with the implementing organisation to ensure that implementation activities comply with the study design; Oversee the application for human subject approval and verify that the study complies with IRB regulations; Write reports summarising research findings and potential interventions; Take part in meetings with key stakeholders and present research findings. Show less



UNAIDS

• Switzerland
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• HIV Research and Evaluation Consultant

  • May 2019 - Feb 2020

  Complete all assessment tools, assist in preparing for township HIV assessment visits, Complete township assessment based on pre-developed tool; Collect, review and analyze data required for township planning of Tachileik, Hpa-An, Myawaddy,and Mawlamyine Townships and sub-national plannings for Shan East, Mon and Kayin States; Perform secondary data analysis, and produce township disaggregated data for cross-border areas from the previously conducted research; Participate in planning and conducting township and sub-national plannings for the above areas; Show less



Plan International

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Consultant

  • Mar 2019 - Apr 2019

  Evaluation of project on "Expansion and maintenance of lifesaving support services Project” Confirming methodology, sample frame, sample size and sampling approach with the program and M & E team from Plan International Myanmar, ensuring geographical, ethnic and gender balance; Developing quantitative questionnaire to ensure technically sound data collection with high reliability and validity to meets the needs set out in the logical framework; Developing technically sound qualitative data collection tools in order to provide sufficient in-depth understanding of the local context around the given performance indicators; Ensuring accurate and reliable translation of data collections tools, including professional back translation; Selecting and providing capacity building to enumerators to collect quantitative survey data from sampled communities; Supervising quantitative data collection to ensure that agreed sampling approach has been executed and incoming data is of high standards; Supervising data entry process and conduct data quality assessments and clean-up; Analysing the quantitative data by SPSS, and qualitative data by NVivo version 10, writing up and presenting draft and final narrative and tabulation reports; Handing over all data collected and tools developed to Plan International Myanmar. Show less



Ratana Metta Organization

• Kayan, Shwegyin, Thongwa townships

• Consultant

  • Mar 2019 - Apr 2019

  Research on "Elimination of child labour on agriculture sector" Confirming methodology, sample frame, sample size and sampling approach Developing quantitative questionnaire to ensure technically sound data collection with high reliability and validity to meets the needs set out in the logical framework; Selecting and providing capacity building to enumerators to collect quantitative survey data from sampled communities; Supervising data entry process and conduct data quality assessments and clean-up; Analysing the quantitative data by STATA software Presenting findings to various stakeholders in Kayan, Thongwa and Shwegyin townships; Handing over all data collected and cleaned-up tools developed to Ratana Metta Organization. Show less



Cordaid | L-IFT | TDH-IT

• Yangon, Myanmar

• Consultant (Situation Analysis)

  • Feb 2019 - Mar 2019

  A qualitative study on "Rapid Assessment in Targeted Wards in Hlaing Thar Yar and Shwe Pyi Thar" Provide a general overview of the situation, needs and gaps in six selected wards and villages in the two Townships; Identify the main stakeholders and power-holders in the target area; Identify information gaps in knowledge regarding nutrition, labour rights and marketable skills; Recommendations on actions to take based on the findings; A qualitative study on "Rapid Assessment in Targeted Wards in Hlaing Thar Yar and Shwe Pyi Thar" Provide a general overview of the situation, needs and gaps in six selected wards and villages in the two Townships; Identify the main stakeholders and power-holders in the target area; Identify information gaps in knowledge regarding nutrition, labour rights and marketable skills; Recommendations on actions to take based on the findings;



Danish Refugee Council Myanmar

• Rakhine State (Sittwe, Mrauk-U, Kyauktaw, Minbya Townships)

• Consultant (Baseline Assessment - "PHASE IN" project)

  • Sep 2018 - Nov 2018

  Baseline evaluation for Poverty and Hunger Alleviation through Support, Empowerment and Increased Networking (PHASE IN) Project • Confirming methodology, sample frame, sample size and sampling approach with the consortium, ensuring geographical, ethnic and gender balance; • Developing quantitative questionnaire to ensure technically sound data collection with high reliability and validity to meets the needs set out in the logical framework; • Developing technically sound qualitative data collection tools in order to provide sufficient in-depth understanding of the local context around the given performance indicators; • Ensuring accurate and reliable translation of data collections tools, including professional back translation; • Selecting and providing capacity building to enumerators to collect quantitative survey data from sampled communities; • Supervising quantitative data collection to ensure that agreed sampling approach has been executed and incoming data is of high standards; • Working with national/local staff to identify best sampling approach for qualitative data collection and to collect qualitative data; • Supervising data entry process and conduct data quality assessments and clean-up; • Analysing the data and write up and present draft and final narrative and tabulation reports; • Presenting and handover to the Consortium all data collected and cleaned –up and tools developed. Show less



World Vision Myanmar

• Yaenanchaung, Chauk

• Consultant (End-line Evaluation-Improved Economic Livelihoods and Environmental Management Project)

  • Aug 2018 - Sep 2018

  • Assisting lead consultant for developing tools, methodology and training curriculum • Organizing and training of enumerators for quantitative data collection • Conducting focus group discussions, key informant interviews and in-depth interviews • Quantitative data analysis by SPSS and Stata, and qualitative data collection by Atlas.ti • Assisting lead consultant for final report writing and dissemination • Assisting lead consultant for developing tools, methodology and training curriculum • Organizing and training of enumerators for quantitative data collection • Conducting focus group discussions, key informant interviews and in-depth interviews • Quantitative data analysis by SPSS and Stata, and qualitative data collection by Atlas.ti • Assisting lead consultant for final report writing and dissemination



Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.

• Yangon, Myanmar

• TB Associate

  • Apr 2018 - Jul 2018

  - Organizing and conducting sensitization meetings, trainings, dissemination meetings for all work streams - Assisting NTP in the development of training materials and job aids for health care workers on new diagnostics and best practices for data utilization - Overall budget management - Supporting NTP in conducting site visits for monitoring and supervision - Supporting protocol and guideline development where necessary and feasible - Serving as a key focal point for stakeholders and partners working in TB - Supporting process to obtain IRB, conducting data collection, data analysis and writing reports Show less



IOM - UN Migration

• Qualitative Researcher (Research Consultant)

  • Feb 2018 - May 2018

  - Conducting the project orientation/training to better understanding on assigned tasks - Identifying, recruiting, and collecting qualitative data from returned migrants, aspiring migrants, current migrants, family member of migrants in Yangon, and stakeholders (brokers, employment agencies, government officials) involved in migration industry through in-depth recorded interviews using guided questions developed by the University of Sussex - Provision of interpretation support to the international researcher during his interviews - Transcription of all in-depth interviews word by word in Myanmar language, as well as, directly into English - Managing field-work related finances, and submission of all papers and receipts in good order. Show less



International HIV/AIDS Alliance

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Sep 2017 - Jan 2018

  ▪ Responsible for programmatic mapping for HIV key populations (FSW, MSM, PWID) in close collaboration with NAP and technical partners ▪ Provision of main technical support at township level for quality and timely implementation of programmatic mapping activities under the leadership of township NAP ▪ Provision of technical support in programmatic mapping round 1 national review, and round 2 national NAP planning meeting ▪ Assisting NAP and technical team in reviewing and revising programmatic mapping protocol, tools and guidelines ▪ Coordination and participation in national advocacy meeting with CBO conducted before the TOT trainings and field implementation ▪ Coordination with township NAP, CBO, and INGO in recruiting programmatic mapping field team ▪ Provision of technical support and coordination support in TOT trainings ▪ Conducting advocacy meeting and stakeholder meeting at township level ▪ Close supervision and technical support in quantitative data collection at township level ▪ Conducting focus group discussions (FGDs) and in-depth interviews (IDI) at township level ▪ Performing analysis at township level and preparing for township level dissemination meeting ▪ Coordination and provision of technical support for township level coordination meeting under the leadership of NAP Show less



Population Services International, Myanmar

• Yangon

• Senior Health Services Officer

  • Mar 2013 - Nov 2014

  ▪ Health programs – TB, HIV, Malaria, RH, and MNCH ▪ Territory planning and management for Ayeyarwady Region ▪ Monitoring and evaluation including development of indicators, field visits to health care service providers ensuring minimum service delivery standards are met, and data management of health programs ▪ Contribute to the development of new project, and initiatives in the relevant assigned area (area mapping, clinic and staff recruitment, evaluation, and provide technical support for the newly recruited staff) ▪ Budget management, follow up on logistical arrangements, and procurement of program deliverables ▪ A comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, principles, techniques and practices and treatment related to infectious diseases (HIV/ TB/ Malaria) ▪ Facilitate in organizing meetings and trainings with stakeholders (Key populations, doctors, community workers) ▪ Coordination with key populations from targeted outreach program regarding monitoring and evaluation of health programs ▪ Analysing the territory achievements and taking necessary interventions ▪ Preparation of reports and relevant information material in a timely manner (eg. World TB day event) ▪ Stakeholder engagement, liaison support for the local health authorities, and substantial coordination with other NGOs/ INGOs ▪ Organizing and giving trainings to provide technical support to sun doctors ▪ Proactively represent PSI/ Myanmar and give presentations about PSI programs in conferences, regional level meetings ▪ Human resource management ▪ Providing technical support to franchised providers (Sun Quality Health Doctors) Show less



Population Services International/ Myanmar

• • Aug 2012 - Mar 2013

  ▪ Meeting or exceeding challenging DALY and health services targets▪ Prioritizing the business potential for each provider and for each disease area▪ Developing quarterly target lists of high-priority providers whose behavior/s will be changed▪ Taking each target provider through a formal process of behavior change▪ Understanding and keeping up to date on provider behavior change issues and approaches▪ Conducting periodic monitoring visits to target providers▪ Ensuring that each target provider meets PSI's minimum standards of services delivery protocol for each disease area▪ Tracking monthly achievements against targets (product sales and implementing planned activities)▪ Conduct area mapping, & clinic auditing for new recruitment for channels in the assigned territory▪ Conduct financial transaction for health providers' performance▪ Organizing and assisting training in assigned territory Show less

• • Dec 2011 - Aug 2012

  Medical Doctor Responsibilities▪ Ensuring PSI policies and guidelines/protocols are followed properly▪ HIV treatment and care, treatment of opportunistic infections▪ Supervision of patients to Department of Health facilities, and follow up care▪ Participation of outreach activitiesGeneral Management and coordination▪ Ensuring the smooth functioning of various activities in the clinic▪ Collaboration with PSI/ Mandalay office staff for all project related matters▪ Coordination with PSI/ Yangon HQ for proper supply of drugs, medical and logistic supply at clinic level▪ Communication with local authorities as needed▪ Leading clinic meetingsStaff management▪ Supervision of all staff at clinic level with regard to the proper performance of their dutiesData collection and reporting▪ Ensuring the correct, complete, and timely data collection▪ Monitoring of clinic activities, and data analyses Show less



Myanmar Medical Association

• Yangon

• Medical Officer ( Mobile Clinic)

  • Mar 2011 - Nov 2011

  Myanmar Medical Association/ RH project, Yangon (Myanmar) ▪ Provision of ante-natal care and quality RH services during mobile clinic sessions ▪ Health education about different methods of contraception, ante-natal care, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections ▪ Management of materials needed for mobile clinics ▪ Data collection, and analysis ▪ Reporting Myanmar Medical Association/ RH project, Yangon (Myanmar) ▪ Provision of ante-natal care and quality RH services during mobile clinic sessions ▪ Health education about different methods of contraception, ante-natal care, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections ▪ Management of materials needed for mobile clinics ▪ Data collection, and analysis ▪ Reporting



Myanmar Medical Association/ UNFPA Project

• Myebon Township, Rakhine State

• Medical officer (Emergency Response Team)

  • Dec 2010 - Mar 2011

  ▪ Advocate the local authorities and local health authorities about the clinic activities, project activities and other related issues ▪ Representing MMA, creating networks and coordination with different stakeholders and the community at township/village level ▪ Providing quality reproductive health services, and primary health care services at the clinics as well as during mobile visits to the remote areas of Rakhine Township ▪ Developing monthly mobile trip plan to the villages ▪ Conducting health education sessions as necessary ▪ Monitoring the activities of junior staff, and of clinics ▪ Maintaining all records (patient records, stock records, financial records) in a proper and systematic manner ▪ Preparing and submitting monthly reports to the MMA Head Quarter ▪ Checking storage and expiry dates of drugs and supplies and ensuring that medical stocks are properly managed Show less