Mireille Twayigira
Amman
Summary
An experienced and versatile professional with expertise in healthcare, mental health, program management, advocacy, and research. A compassionate and driven individual with a multi-disciplinary skill-set and a proven ability to make a positive impact on individuals and communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Whitman Academy
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Contributed to the Mental Health Awareness Team by planning activities and delivering presentations, significantly enhancing students' understanding of mental health issues.
- Participated in psychological counseling sessions for several students, offering support and guidance that enhanced their personal and academic development.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies in alignment with school policies, fostering a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Implemented instructional plans for students with IEPs, enhancing tailored educational experiences and student progress.
- Supported academic instruction and material presentation, leading small groups and individual students to measurable improvements, especially in differentiated instruction.
- Prepared and taught second grade science lessons, significantly improving student engagement and comprehension.
Psychosocial Support Volunteer
Jesuit Refugee Service/Jordan
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Contributed to the successful planning and implementation of an art and sports project for underprivileged children, assisting the team to ideate and plan the initiative, resulting in a successful program that positively impacted the lives of over 50 children
- Contributed to the seamless logistics of the children's musical project, ensuring its day-to-day smooth operation
- Employed strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve challenges, resulting in a smooth operation throughout the project duration
- Leveraged my expertise in refugee advocacy to make significant contributions to the organization's advocacy efforts
- Actively promoted effective strategies to advocate for refugee rights, resulting in a notable increase in engagement and participation from the advocacy committee.
Refugee Education Advocate
Jesuit Refugee Service/International Office
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed and executed successful advocacy and fundraising campaigns targeting major donors or potential donors, contributing to the achievement of the JRS's Global Education Initiative 5-year goal of raising $35 million one year ahead of schedule
- Successfully raised awareness about refugee education by conducting over 40 speaking engagements and events in four countries, reaching over 10,000 people in person and online, resulting in increased support for refugee education initiatives
- Successfully lobbied for refugee education by meeting with 5 US House representatives or their legislative staff, leading to increased support for JRS education projects
- Leveraged social media platforms to raise awareness about refugee education, resulting in a significant increase in social media engagement and in online donations
- Inspired and motivated thousands of refugee and local students through motivational speaking events on the importance of education, resulting in improved performance rates among girls
- Served as a role model for refugee students by sharing personal stories and experiences, leading to an increase in confidence and self-esteem among students.
Interim Program Supervisor - Naweza Girls' Project
Jesuit Refugee Service/International Office
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Contributed and provided key insights and recommendations to the needs assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Naweza project, leading to the project's success and positive impact on the education of refugees in Malawi
- Spearheaded efforts to negotiate enrollment of refugee girls in boarding secondary schools in Malawi, resulting in the successful enrollment of the first 10 girls into reputable schools, improving their future prospects
- Negotiated with universities to enroll the first 50 refugee students at the same tuition rate as nationals, increasing access to higher education and ensuring academic success
- Streamlined enrollment process for refugee girls in the project, resulting in timely provision of supplies and transportation for the initial 17 girls to start school on time
- Collaborated with UNHCR and oversaw the registration process of DAFI scholarship project, enabling 50 refugee students to receive financial support
- Prepared and presented regular progress reports on the Naweza and DAFI projects, providing critical information to stakeholders and contributing to their overall success.
Medical Officer
Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Conducted patient intake, diagnosis, and management for acute and chronic conditions in various hospital departments, impacting the care of countless patients
- Coordinated management plans, drug prescriptions, and diagnostic requests among a multi-professional team in multiple hospital wards, resulting in efficient and effective patient care
- Educated patients on their condition, management, and prevention measures, improving patient understanding and engagement in their own care
- Conducted patient visits in four outpatient clinics, screening and referring patients as necessary, ensuring continuity of care
- Responded to emergency cases, providing timely and critical care to patients in need
- Delivered 600 babies, including 150 caesarian sections, ensuring safe and healthy births for mothers and babies
- Assisted in 500 surgical procedures, such as appendectomies, hernia repairs, and prostatectomies, contributing to successful surgical outcomes
- Prepared detailed case presentations for departmental meetings, contributing to interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
Education
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry And Mental Health -
Central South University
Changsha, China06.2022
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry And Mental Health -
Central South University
Changsha, China06.2022
Medical Degree (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS) -
China Medical University
Shenyang, China06.2016
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Health Education
- Healthcare management
- Mentorship
- Active Listening
- Psychosocial Support
- Clinical Research Proficiency
Languages
English
Native Fluency
Kinyarwanda
Native Fluency
Chichewa
Native Fluency
Kirundi
Proficient
Mandarin
Advanced
Kiswahili
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Arabic
Beginner
Accomplishments
- Inspired and contributed to the start of this education project in Malawi which now gives education opportunities to 100s of refugee and local girls
- Through my contribution to the advocacy and fundraising efforts of JRS, the organisation was able to reach its goals ahead of schedule.
The start of Naweza Girls' Education project
JRS Global Education Initiative
Awards
Women Sowers of
Development Prize, Women
as Peacemakers
Voices of Faith, Vatican City
8 March 2017
Best Girl Award, Certificate of
Excellence
Zodiak Broadcasting Station Ltd,
Malawi
26 March 2010
Certification
Medical Practitioners License - Malawi Medical Council, 27 July 2018
References
- Jill Drzewiecki, Gender-Responsive Education Specialist, Jesuit Refugee Service, jill.drzewiecki@jrs.net, 39 349.141.7601
- Robert Pyne, Director of the Norman Miller Center, St. Norbert College, robert.pyne@snc.edu, 1 920.403.3978
- Dr Xuerong Luo, Professor of the Department of Psychiatry, Central South University, luoxuerong@csu.edu.cn, 86 139.7511.659
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Whitman Academy
08.2023 - 06.2024
Psychosocial Support Volunteer
Jesuit Refugee Service/Jordan
02.2023 - 03.2023
Refugee Education Advocate
Jesuit Refugee Service/International Office
10.2018 - 08.2019
Interim Program Supervisor - Naweza Girls' Project
Jesuit Refugee Service/International Office
08.2018 - 10.2018
Medical Officer
Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2018
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry And Mental Health -
Central South University
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry And Mental Health -
Central South University
Medical Degree (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS) -
China Medical University