Mary Abetang
Stockholm
Summary
With a proven track record at the Swedish Red Cross, I excel in qualitative and quantitative research and stakeholder engagement, significantly enhancing public health initiatives. My expertise spans teaching, program management, and ethical public health evaluations, leading to impactful interventions and a 40% funding increase for vital projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Research Intern
Swedish Red Cross
Stockholm
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted literature reviews and desk research on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including hypertension and type 2 diabetes, across five African countries, including Nigeria.
- Supported the development of research proposals and budget plans for Community Health Worker (CHW) training and retention programs.
- Assisted with data collection, policy analysis, and ethical considerations for public health intervention projects.
- Collaborated with stakeholders such as the IFRC and Africa CDC, and funding organizations such as the Mastercard Foundation, enhancing international public health initiatives.
- Collaborated with the Communications Department to produce short stories showcasing the impact of CHW training programs, published on the REACH website to enhance visibility and advocacy.
Health Educator & School Counselor
Montessori Lighthouse International School
Port Harcourt
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Researched, prepared lesson plans, and notes, and taught Health Education.
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data on mental health and hygiene practices.
- Designed and implemented intervention-based health education programs, reaching over 500 students annually.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with government regulators, residents, families, other area health care providers, physicians and community at large.
- Conducted and coordinated health needs assessments, and other school health surveys.
- Documented students' encounters and maintained accurate records of all program activities.
Health Educator & Project Manager
Steph Charity Foundation
Port Harcourt
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Led health education interventions, including a clean water project benefiting over 500 people, and a menstrual hygiene campaign aiding over 300 female students.
- Conducted a program evaluation of menstrual hygiene interventions, assessing reach and effectiveness among over 300 adolescent girls.
- Assisted in public health grant writing and donor engagement, leading to a 40% increase in funding.
- Ensured strict ethical compliance in participant recruitment and research methodologies.
Applied Health Promotion Intervention Evaluation (Coursework Project)
Karolinska Institutet
Sweden
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted a practical evaluation of a public health intervention, integrating ethical considerations, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
- Applied qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to assess intervention effectiveness.
- Developed a structured evaluation framework for real-world health programs.
Education
Master’s - Public Health Sci. - Health Promotion & Prevention
Karolinska Institutet
Sweden06.2025
Master’s - Education
University of Nottingham
United Kingdom09-2019
Bachelor’s - Social Studies Education
University of Jos
Nigeria07-2014
Diploma - Community Health
College of Health Technology
Jos, Nigeria12.2008
Skills
- Teaching and Curriculum Design
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research
- Data analysis using STATA software
- Public Health Evaluation
- Project and program management
- Proposal and Grant Writing
- Technical proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Health Promotion
- Intervention Development
- Multicultural collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Research Ethics
- Participant recruitment
- Systematic Review and Literature Synthesis
Awards And Scholarships
- Swedish Institute Scholarship, 2023: Recognized for excellence in promoting education and public health, with a focus on SDG alignment.
- Product Management Training, 2022 By Tech4Dev: Virtual Training/Empowerment of young African girls/women in Technology. Worth of award: $2,500
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship for Masters Studies in the UK, 2018: Granted to outstanding students from Commonwealth countries for advanced studies.
- US Exchange Alumni (Young African Leadership Initiative, West Africa), 2018: Granted to the next generation of African Leaders who will create positive change in the world.
Publications
- Abetang, M. A., Oguma, R. N., & Abetang, A. P. (2020). Mentoring and the Difference it Makes in Teachers’ Work: A Literature Review., European Journal of Education Studies, 7, 6, 301-323. (Cited by 21 People).
- Abetang, M., & Abetang, E. A. (2020). Students’ Interest in Entrepreneurial Education: A Correlate of Home, School and Learners’ Factors in Akinyele Local Government, Oyo State, Nigeria., International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), 4, 4, 689-696.
Languages
English
First Language
Swedish
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Ontario College of Teachers, Canada, 08/30/24 - Present, Licensed to teach Social Sciences - General and Health & Physical Education at Senior and Intermediate Division.
- Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, 07/18/14 - Present, Licensed to practice as a certified teacher.
- Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN), 09/01/10 - Present, Licensed to practice as a Community Health Practitioner (CHP).
Timeline
Applied Health Promotion Intervention Evaluation (Coursework Project)
Karolinska Institutet
12.2024 - 01.2025
Public Health Research Intern
Swedish Red Cross
06.2024 - 08.2024
Health Educator & School Counselor
Montessori Lighthouse International School
04.2021 - 05.2024
Health Educator & Project Manager
Steph Charity Foundation
01.2016 - 02.2017
Master’s - Public Health Sci. - Health Promotion & Prevention
Karolinska Institutet
Master’s - Education
University of Nottingham
Bachelor’s - Social Studies Education
University of Jos
Diploma - Community Health
College of Health Technology
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