Fatima Idris

Entry-Level NGO & Cyber security Professional (WASH • Public Health • IT)

Maiduguri, NG.

About

Highly motivated entry-level professional blending expertise in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), Public Health, and Information Technology (IT) to drive impactful community development. Proven ability in community engagement, data analysis, and health promotion, supported by growing skills in cybersecurity and digital tools. Eager to leverage a unique interdisciplinary background to contribute to sustainable projects and enhance organizational capacity within an NGO setting.

Work

Online Platforms

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WASH Awareness Specialist (Volunteer)

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Summary

Conducted community-level WASH awareness campaigns and developed educational content to promote hygiene and sanitation.

Highlights

Led community-level WASH awareness campaigns, meticulously collecting and documenting program data to inform future initiatives.

Created and disseminated impactful educational content for hygiene and sanitation promotion, increasing public understanding.

Engaged effectively with diverse community members in Hausa and English, ensuring culturally appropriate communication for maximum impact.

ITF / SIWES Program

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ITF / SIWES Trainee – Water Quality Analysis

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Summary

Assisted in laboratory-based water quality testing and analysis, adhering to ethical data collection protocols and preparing technical reports.

Highlights

Assisted proficiently in laboratory-based water quality testing and analysis, contributing to accurate data assessment.

Prepared comprehensive structured ITF reports and technical summaries, effectively communicating complex findings.

Consistently applied ethical and accurate data collection protocols, ensuring the integrity and reliability of research results.

Academic & Project Support

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Student Experience

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Summary

Provided academic and project support, including drafting reports, data collection, and contributing to community engagement initiatives.

Highlights

Drafted and structured numerous school projects, reports, and ITF documentation, demonstrating strong organizational and writing skills.

Participated actively in data collection, research, and collaborative team-based assignments, enhancing project outcomes.

Supported critical community engagement and research initiatives during field work, contributing to practical project implementation.

HealthWASH Limited

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Startup Initiative – Pilot Stage

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Summary

Developed and managed a pilot initiative focused on WASH awareness and community solutions, including planning and stakeholder engagement.

Highlights

Spearheaded the development of a pilot initiative centered on WASH awareness and innovative community solutions.

Managed comprehensive planning, content development, and strategic stakeholder engagement for the successful execution of the pilot.

Rehabilitation Empowerment and Better Health Initiative (Supported by NHF & CARE)

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Volunteer – Disease Surveillance & Community Health Outreach

Borno State, , Nigeria

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Summary

Led community-level health initiatives, supporting disease surveillance, health education, and referral systems to improve public health outcomes in vulnerable communities.

Highlights

Supported robust disease surveillance activities, facilitating community-level monitoring and accurate reporting of health events to enable timely interventions.

Mobilized communities and delivered health education programs, promoting hygiene, disease prevention, and early healthcare seeking behaviors.

Assisted in the successful implementation of targeted health promotion interventions, reaching vulnerable and low-resource communities.

Contributed to strengthening vital referral systems and enhancing communication channels between communities and local health facilities, improving access to care.

Engaged in impactful outreach activities, significantly improving public health awareness and facilitating enhanced service delivery.

World Health Organization (WHO) Youth Council

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Participant – WHO × Nigeria Youth Engagement Series

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Summary

Participated in the WHO x Nigeria Youth Engagement Series, gaining foundational knowledge in global health governance and sustainable development.

Highlights

Completed intensive two-day training on global health governance and youth engagement, enhancing understanding of international health frameworks.

Acquired foundational knowledge in public health leadership, policy development, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), preparing for future contributions.

Education

University of Maiduguri

Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Science (BSc) Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

Courses

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

Public Health & Hygiene Promotion

NGO & Community Development Work

Research & Data Collection

Information Technology (IT)

Languages

English

Hausa

Arabic

Kanuri

Certificates

ITF / SIWES Water Quality Analysis Training (Laboratory-Based)

Cybersecurity NextGen Cohort

WHO × Nigeria Youth Engagement Series Certificate

World Health Organization (WHO) Youth Council

Introduction to Greenhouse Gas Accounting

Cisco Networking Academy

Introduction to Cyber security

Cisco Networking Academy

Introduction to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Systems

Agora UNICEF

Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)

Bara Imul Iman College

Primary School Leaving Certificate

Bara Imul Iman college

Skills

Technical & Professional Skills

WASH & Hygiene Education, Public Health Awareness, Disease Surveillance, Community Mobilization & Outreach, Health Education & Promotion, Public Health Advocacy, Data Collection and Reporting, Communication and Teamwork, Data Collection & Research, Report Writing & Documentation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Laboratory Water Quality Analysis, Virtual Assistance, AI Virtual Assistant Support, IT Assistance, Basic Python Programming (Beginner), Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Network Security Concepts, Cyber Hygiene and Digital Safety, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advocacy, Digital Risk Awareness, Information Security Best Practices.

Soft Skills

Strong Communication Skills (Hausa & English), Teamwork & Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Willingness to Learn & Adapt, Growing Public Speaking Confidence.

Interests

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

Public Health & Hygiene Promotion

NGO & Community Development Work

Research & Data Collection

Information Technology (IT)

References

Engr Muhammad Idris

Managing Director, Virtual Engineering Solution, Damboa road opposite CBN Quarters Maiduguri, Borno State. Email: virtualengineeringsolution@gmail.com, Phone: 08067047500

Muhammad Aliyu

I.T specialist, University of Maiduguri ICT, Phone: 07066309207

Mohammed Idris

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Phone: 08036467251

Mairo Idris

Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW), Phone: 08038369917