HALILU, Hafiz

Led laboratory testing staff to enhance diagnostic methods and procedures for Tuberculosis (TB) using sputum, pleural fluids, and stool, improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.

Integrated Hepatitis B and C Viral load testing using the Gene Xpert machine, expanding the laboratory's diagnostic capabilities for critical infectious diseases.

Submitted weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to The National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Program (NTBLCP), ensuring compliance and contributing to national surveillance efforts.

Contributed to maintaining a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and troubleshooting laboratory instruments as a Quality Control Officer in the Virology Laboratory.

Supported the development and revision of Instrument maintenance policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and guidelines, enhancing laboratory operational efficiency and compliance.

Initiated molecular detection of epidemic/pandemic organisms like SARS-CoV-2, LASSA Fever, and Monkey Pox in collaboration with stakeholders, significantly boosting regional diagnostic capabilities during critical outbreaks.

Actively participated as a laboratory focal person in national sentinel sites for Congenital Rubella Virus Surveillance in Nigeria, contributing to vital public health monitoring.

Engaged stakeholders effectively in surveillance activities, fostering collaboration for improved data collection and response mechanisms.

Managed the collection and transportation of samples, ensuring integrity and timely processing for accurate surveillance data.

Contributed to strengthening the national surveillance system for congenital rubella, enhancing early detection and intervention strategies.

Established and sustained a strong Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee within ATBU Teaching Hospital, enhancing institutional capacity for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) management.

Strengthened antimicrobial resistance surveillance within the hospital, leading to early detection of resistant strains of public health significance.

Supported prompt notification and investigation of outbreaks, contributing to effective infection control and public health response.

Developed and implemented protocols for AMR surveillance, improving data quality and reporting mechanisms.

Contributed as a team member to the AEFI and Vaccine Related Events (VRE) Baseline Assessment, supported by CDC and implemented by AFENET through the NSTOP platform.

Conducted comprehensive baseline assessments to gather crucial data on vaccine safety, informing strategic improvements.

Utilized derived data to enhance existing processes and contributed to the development of a national VRE response framework, strengthening public health infrastructure.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity and accuracy of collected data, supporting evidence-based decision-making.

Provided guidance to LGA teams, facilitating the development of integrated budgets for immunization and other Primary Health Care (PHC) services, covering training, microplanning, logistics, ACSM, supervision, and monitoring.

Supported the timely collation and submission of high-quality daily call-in data, ensuring accurate reporting and progress tracking for the campaign.

Achieved over 95% coverage of the MR vaccine by the campaign's conclusion, significantly contributing to public health protection and disease prevention.

Ensured effective communication and collaboration with local health authorities and stakeholders to streamline campaign operations and resource allocation.

Participated as a microbiologist and epidemiologist in the Laboratory pillar of the Bauchi State government's rapid response team to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.

Actively engaged in sample collection, transportation, and processing, ensuring efficient workflow and timely diagnostic results during the pandemic response.

Contributed to the state's efforts in managing and mitigating the spread of COVID-19 through diligent laboratory support and epidemiological insights.

Collaborated with public health officials and other team members to optimize response strategies and resource allocation.

Served as a data extractor for the 2019 rapid impact assessment of malaria control interventions survey, organized by the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) in collaboration with WHO.

Reviewed five years (2014-2018) of malarial cases across two tertiary hospitals in Bauchi State, providing critical insights for program evaluation.

Ensured the accuracy and completeness of extracted data, contributing to a robust assessment of malaria control efforts.

Collaborated with survey teams to identify key trends and patterns in malaria incidence, supporting evidence-based policy recommendations.

Engaged in various public health projects, including professional training, capacity building, routine immunizations, and emergency response.

Conducted surveillance and surveys for epidemic-prone diseases, alongside peer reviews, outbreak investigations, and responses.

Facilitated community engagement, monitoring, and evaluation efforts, enhancing public health program effectiveness.

Provided supportive supervision, strengthened health systems, and mobilized communities for public health initiatives.

Offered technical support for data collection, analysis, and reporting, contributing to evidence-based intervention strategies.

Managed projects, evaluated organizational effectiveness, and conducted baseline and end-line assessments to measure impact.