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I’m OLUBUKOLA SOJI-TAIWO

With a career spanning over two decades, the consultant has been a trailblazer in global health governance and pharmaceutical oversight. Their journey commenced with pivotal roles at esteemed organizations such as the World Health Organization and the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, where they honed expertise in pharmacovigilance, public health strategy, and health systems management. Throughout their career, they’ve operationalized policies, pioneered impactful health initiatives, and steered transformative change in healthcare delivery worldwide.

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Meet Olubukola E. Soji-Taiwo, a highly accomplished professional with an advanced degree in Public Health and an impressive 17-year career specializing in Monitoring & Evaluation, Supportive Supervision and Immunization. Her notable role as the National Immunization Officer/National Consultant at the World Health Organization reflects her instrumental contributions to orchestrating, monitoring, and evaluating immunization initiatives at both state and local levels.

In addition to her extensive experience, Olubukola is currently pursuing a Masters in Gender Security studies, further enhancing her expertise in engaging in high-level policy dialogue and executing country implementation strategies. Her results-oriented approach is evident in her autonomous leadership and management of large-scale country programs within the World Health Organization framework. Proficient in navigating the complexities of the organization, she excels in overseeing portfolios with multiple components while maintaining a steadfast focus on quality.

 

Olubukola’s proficiency extends to addressing technical issues related to Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health and Nutrition (RMNCAH-N) in low and lower-middle-income countries, demonstrating her commitment to evidence-based approaches. Noteworthy is her experience in working in IDP (Internally Displaced Persons) camps, showcasing her dedication to making a positive impact in challenging environments.

Her proven track record includes forging connections with high-level leaders in governance contexts and cultivating stakeholder relationships across donors, multilateral and bilateral agencies, civil society, and the private sector. Olubukola’s leadership prowess is evident in her effective team guidance, unwavering support for staff development, and professional communication with senior-level partners.

Fluent in both English and French, Olubukola’s language skills enhance her versatility in multicultural environments. Beyond her core expertise, she actively contributes to changing the world by aligning her work with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her strategic thinking, rapid analysis skills, and ability to thrive under pressure position Olubukola E. Soji-Taiwo as an invaluable asset in the realm of public health, immunization, and sustainable development.

My Approach

Impact Assessment and Iterative Refinement

  • Execution Excellence: With a robust strategy in place, the consultant oversees the execution phase, translating plans into actionable programs. They leverage their experience in health governance to ensure seamless implementation, monitoring progress, and adapting strategies for optimal outcomes.
    Capacity Building and
  • Empowerment: Alongside implementation, the consultant focuses on capacity building, empowering stakeholders through training, knowledge transfer, and skill development. This approach fosters sustainability within health systems, ensuring long-term impact.

Crafting Impactful Change

  • The consultant spearheads initiatives with a meticulous three-step approach. Beginning with comprehensive strategic planning, they analyze health systems, create actionable roadmaps, and foster collaboration.
  • Moving into implementation, they execute plans, empower stakeholders, and ensure seamless integration. Post-implementation, the consultant evaluates impact, refines strategies, and iterates for continuous enhancement, driving sustainable and transformative change in global health

Operational Implementation

  • Impact Evaluation: Post-implementation, the consultant conducts comprehensive impact assessments, measuring the effectiveness of interventions against predefined metrics and objectives. This evaluation phase provides valuable insights into successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
  • Iterative Refinement: Based on evaluation outcomes, the consultant iterates strategies, refining approaches to further enhance impact. They leverage learnings from assessments to recalibrate strategies, ensuring continuous improvement and adaptability to evolving global health dynamics.

​Strategic Planning and Direction

  • Comprehensive Analysis: The consultant begins by conducting a thorough analysis of health systems, leveraging expertise in pharmacovigilance, public health strategy, and health system management. This analysis involves assessing existing frameworks, identifying gaps, and gauging the potential for impactful interventions.
  • Strategic Roadmapping: Building upon the analysis, they craft strategic roadmaps that outline actionable steps for operationalizing policies and initiatives. These roadmaps align with global health objectives, emphasizing evidence-based decision-making and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

How Would You Know I’m the Right Fit for You?

Extensive Expertise in Global Health Governance: With over two decades navigating the complexities of global health governance, my expertise spans pharmacovigilance, public health strategy, and health system management. My journey at esteemed organizations has honed a deep understanding of operationalizing policies and spearheading impactful health initiatives.

Operationalizing Policies for Tangible Impact: My commitment extends beyond strategies; I focus on executing plans that foster tangible change. I’ve championed programs that bridge gaps in health systems, ensuring interventions resonate at grassroots levels and uplift communities.

Passion for Collaborative Partnerships: 

I believe in forging collaborative partnerships that drive evidence-based decision-making and resilience in healthcare systems. My approach encompasses empowering stakeholders, fostering knowledge exchange, and propelling healthcare systems towards sustainability and equitable outcomes.