Education:
Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management, Gulu University, 2022-2023
Master of Public Health, Lira University, 2019-2021
Master of Applied Tropical Entomology and Parasitology, Gulu University 2017-2019
Advanced Diploma in Leadership and Health Service Management, Uganda Institute of Allied Health & Management Science(UIAHMS), Mulago 2016-2017
Bachelor of Science, Makerere University, 2012-2015
National Diploma in Medical Entomology and Parasitology, Mulago Paramedical Training Schools, 2003-2005
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E), Sir Samuel Baker School Gulu, 2000-2001
Uganda Certificate of Education (U.C.E), St. Charles Lwanga College Kalongo Agago, 1996-1999
Career:
January 2024 - Present: Research Associate at GULU UNIVERSITY MULTIFUNCTIONAL SCIENCE RESEARCH LABORATORIES
July 2023 - December 2023: M&E Officer at the ADJUMANI DISTRICT MOH NMCP GLOBAL FUND IRS PROJECT
December 2019 - July 2023: Technical Specialist/ District Coordinator at THE ABT ASSOCIATES INC. USAID PMI VECTOR LINK PROJECT
September 2007 - November 2019: Vector Control Officer (Entomology Officer) and Focal Person at MALARIA AND NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES (NTDS) AT PADER DISTRICT LOCAL GOVERNMENT, NORTHERN UGANDA
June 2006 - July 2007: Public Health Assistant at AVSI PADER FIELD OFFICE
2. Abt Associates Inc. (USAID IRS project):Management of Malaria Control
Program under Indoor Residual Spray (IRS) for Malaria vector control,
Entomological surveillance, Monitoring efficacy of insecticides, Bionomic study in
Kitgum, Pader and Kaberamiado districts from 2008-2014 and 2017 respectively.
3. National Malaria Control Program MOH: Distribution of LLIN (Nets) and
supervision of IRS activities in Districts such as Gulu, Apac, Oyam, Otuke,
Koboko, Adjumani and Kaberamiado 2015-2017.
4. RTI /ENVISION (USAID NTD Project) Management of Neglected Tropical
Diseases Control Program in Pader district from 2008-2019. NTDs Cross Border
collaboration activities in DRC and South Sudan for Onchocerciasis and for
Schistosomiasis in Kenya and Rwanda
5. Sight Savers International (UKAID LF /Oncho Project) Coordinator for L.F
Morbidity Management and Disability Prevention (MMDP) program and
Onchocerciasis, black fly vector control in Pader district 2015 – 2019.
6. Nodding syndrome coordinator MOH/CDC, mapping of villages and line
technical case definition survey for nodding syndrome in northern Uganda in the
district of Pader, Agago, Lamwo , Kitgum, Omoro, Gulu and Lira(2014-2017)
7. Coordinator Onchocerciasis Control Program president’s Office/ MOH,
black fly Aerial spraying in northern Uganda using fixed wing aircraft from East
African Desert Locust Office, in rivers and its tributaries of Northern Uganda to
combat the black fly vector that transmit Onchocerca volvulus that cause
onchocerciasis and its believed to be associated with nodding syndrome and
epilepsy( 2017-2019).
2. Publications
1. Hotterbeekx, A., Ssonko, V. N., Oyet, W.S, Lakwo, T., & Idro, R. (2019).
Neurological manifestations in Onchocerca volvulus infection: A review. Brain
Research Bulletin, 145, 39-44.
2. Echodu, R., Oyet, W. S., Iwiru, T., Apili, F., Lutwama, J. J., Opiyo, E. A., & Otim,
O. (2021). Household Predictors of Malaria Episode in Northern Uganda: Its
Implication for Future Malaria Control. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-918628/v1
3. Richard Echodu, 1,2 Julius Iga, 1 William Samuel Oyet, 1 Paul Mireji, 3 Juliet
Anena, 2 David Onanyang, 1 Tereza Iwiru , 2 Julius Julian Lutwama, 4 and Elizabeth
Auma Opiyo 1 High insecticide resistances levels in Anopheles gambiaes s.l. in
northern Uganda and its relevance for future malaria control. https
//: doi: 10.1186/s13104-020-05193-0
4. Oryema, C., Rutaro, K., Oyet, S.W. et al. Ethnobotanical plants used in the
management of symptoms of tuberculosis in rural Uganda. Trop Med Health 49,
92 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s41182-021-00384-2
Key Competencies Proficient in developing comprehensive strategies for the effective implementation of Malaria & NTD programs and other health initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and global health priorities.
Skilled in fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders including healthcare professionals, researchers, government agencies, NGOs, and local communities to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
Possess advanced knowledge and practical experience in entomology, parasitology, and public health, enabling the application of evidence-based approaches and innovative solutions to address complex health challenges.
Proven ability to oversee the entire project lifecycle, from conception to evaluation, including budget management, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and timely delivery of milestones, ensuring high-quality program outcomes.
Experienced in designing and delivering training programs, workshops, and educational campaigns to strengthen the skills and capabilities of healthcare workers, community leaders, and other stakeholders in disease prevention and control.
Proficient in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collecting and analyzing data, and utilizing findings to inform programmatic adjustments, improve efficiency, and demonstrate impact to donors and stakeholders.
Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural nuances, local customs, and socio-economic factors that influence health behaviors and outcomes, facilitating the development and implementation of culturally appropriate interventions and strategies.
