Yirabari Igoni

Results-driven Environmental Microbiologist and Environmental Specialist with over 5 years of progressive experience, demonstrating expertise in environmental research, HSE, laboratory analysis, public health data gathering and analysis, and environmental compliance services. Holds an MSc (Distinction) in Environmental Microbiology with a PhD in view, and possesses extensive hands-on experience in oil and gas, industrial, public health, and construction-related environmental projects. A published researcher and active professional society member, committed to delivering scientifically sound solutions that support regulatory compliance and contributing to managerial and organizational objectives.

Microbial Analyst / Environmental Specialist and HSE Officer - GIMLAS Integrated Services Limited

(2023-01)

• Supervised and managed major projects ranging from environmental compliance monitoring to environmental audits that added more than 30% in monthly revenue to the organization.
• Attracted samples and projects with appreciable economic benefits to the organization.
• Conducted an in-depth review of SOP for microbial analysis and ensured all analyses are in line with standards, saving the company more than 10% of process cost.
• Developed and implemented process improvement in analyses that saved the organization 60% running costs.
• Oversaw fieldwork/sampling and data collection (both in situ and ex situ).
• Developed and implemented a robust HSE Management System in line with standards.
• Improved safety performance during field sampling, site investigation, and Laboratory process.
• Accomplished different technical report writing in record time.
• Collaborated with the cross-sectional team to ensure adherence to quality assurance and quality control in the processes.

Interpersonal Communication Agent (IPCA) - Global Human Resource (Through CHAI)

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Collected data on compliance with the Post-Pregnancy (POPCARE) Program.
• Tracked the success of the program in Asari-Toru and Akuku-Toru LGA through the Patient-Health Center feedback system.
• Collaborated with the cross-sectional team in data validation/retrieval.
• Executed different data assessments, analyses, and submissions.
• Facilitated the training and retraining of the health facilitators, ensuring a successful data entry, transport of patients to the health centers, and reporting.

Research Assistant - Gonexy Research Consult

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

• Attracted samples that increased the revenue to the organization.
• Effectively carried out sample collection.
• Oversaw different microbial researches.
• Participated in data analysis, interpretation, and presentation.
• Carried out comprehensive technical report writings.

Data collector - Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)

(2018-01 - 2018-12)

• Executed the collection of data in the program, Community Engagement in Routine Immunization.
• Carried out analysis and presentation of a comprehensive report of the exercise.

Research Scientist - Emmandavistic Medical and Research Laboratory

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

• Supervised all the laboratory activities.
• Oversaw and analyzed different microbiological samples ranging from environmental, food, industrial to medical samples.
• Accomplished results and technical report writing.

Project Manager | Assistant Project Manager | Environmental Analyst | HSE Support - Environmental Compliance Monitoring & Audits – Oil, Gas, Industrial and Commercial Facilities

(2023-01)

Clients: NNPCL, NAOC, NLNG, Seplat/AGPC, BUA Group, Boskel Nigeria Ltd, Exprotech Nigeria Ltd, Topline Ltd, Citibank Nigeria, Genesis Group

• Led and supported environmental compliance monitoring, environmental audits, and regulatory inspections for oil & gas, industrial, construction, and commercial facilities.
• Planned and executed field sampling of soil, effluent, potable water, and environmental media in accordance with NUPRC/DPR, NESREA, WHO, and ISO standards.
• Performed in situ and laboratory analyses, including data validation and QA/QC procedures.
• Conducted environmental data analysis, trend evaluation, and impact assessment to identify non-compliance and environmental risks.
• Prepared and reviewed technical reports, compliance reports, and environmental audit reports for regulatory submission and client decision-making.
• Coordinated field teams, ensured HSE compliance, and supported corrective and preventive action (CAPA) implementation.
• Supported ESG reporting, environmental performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Interpersonal Communication Agent (IPCA) - Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

Post Pregnancy Care (POPCARE) Program

• Supported monitoring and evaluation of post-pregnancy care services in AsariToru and Akuku-Toru LGAs to encourage family planning.
• Collected, validated, and analyzed maternal and child health data using facility and community feedback systems.
• Tracked program performance indicators and contributed to evidence-based decision-making.
• Facilitated training and retraining of health facilitators to improve data accuracy, service uptake, and reporting quality.

PhD - Environmental Microbiology - Rivers State University (2025-01)

MSc - Environmental Microbiology - Rivers State University (2020-01 - 2022-12)

BSc - Microbiology - University of Port Harcourt, Rivers state (2012-01 - 2016-12)