Ivyonne Karemi
Community Health Professional
About
Dedicated and passionate community health professional with a strong foundation in HIV prevention and management. Seeking to leverage my training, experience, and skills in both community engagement and healthcare data systems to contribute meaningfully to public health initiatives. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in healthcare delivery.
Experience
HTS Provider (Short-Term Contract) - USAID Tujengee Jamii – Nanyuki County Referral Hospital - Nanyuki, Kenya
(2024-04 - 2024-08)
- Educated clients on HIV testing services and TB screening
- Provided pre- and post-test HIV counselling
- Entered patient data using Electronic Medical Records (EMR – Kenya)
- Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly HTS reports
- Participated in outreach programs and supervision meetings
HTS Provider (Volunteer) - Nanyuki Teaching and Referral Hospital - Nanyuki, Kenya
(2023-05 - 2024-05)
- Conducted confidential HIV testing and counselling sessions
- Ensured proper referrals and follow-up of HIV-positive clients
- Maintained accurate and confidential HTS records
- Supported outreach and awareness activities
Industrial Attachment (Community Health Intern) - Marsabit County Referral Hospital - Marsabit, Kenya
(2023-01 - 2023-05)
- Supported immunization services at MCH
- Conducted health talks and nutrition screening
- Traced HIV defaulters and collected field health data
Facilitator, Water Hygiene & Sanitation Survey - Food for the Hungry – Marsabit County - Marsabit, Kenya
(2023-04 - 2023-04)
- Collected and entered field survey data
- Drafted field reports and ensured data quality compliance
Enumerator - Food for the Hungry – Marsabit County - Marsabit, Kenya
(2021 - 2021)
- Participated in data collection and reporting for community assessments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Health - Kenya Methodist University (2024-09)
Diploma - Community Health and HIV Management - Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences (2021 - 2022)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Sister Irene Secondary School (2016 - 2019)
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Log-logo Muslim Primary School (2007 - 2015)
