USHA KHATRI

Public Health Professional & Program Coordinator
East York, CA.

About

Highly accomplished Public Health professional with over 5 years of progressive experience in non-profit and healthcare settings, specializing in sexual and reproductive health and rights, health promotion, and support for vulnerable populations. Proven expertise in project management, crisis intervention, and community-based resource coordination, adept at driving impactful programs and fostering inclusive environments. Possesses strong administrative, communication, and multilingual skills, effectively managing operations and stakeholder engagement to achieve organizational objectives.

Work

VHA Home Healthcare
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Care Team Scheduling Coordinator

East York, ON, Canada

Summary

Coordinates and schedules client care services, managing sensitive information and optimizing resource allocation for efficient healthcare delivery.

Highlights

Managed high-volume referral assignments and scheduling for a Customer Service Centre, ensuring secure handling of sensitive client, funder, and provider information.

Responded efficiently to a high volume of service referrals and scheduling inquiries from diverse stakeholders, maintaining OHAH standards and requirements.

Conducted thorough reviews of new referrals to optimize client-provider matching, enhancing service quality and patient satisfaction.

Optimized resource allocation by reviewing first visit capacity and availability, ensuring effective utilization of Personal Support Workers, Nurses, and Rehabilitation Service Providers.

VHA Home Healthcare
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Operations Staff - Intake and Information Management Support Team

East York, ON, Canada

Summary

Provided administrative and operational support for new client intake, managing information systems and facilitating communications.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive administrative and operational support for new client intake and information management, streamlining initial processes.

Managed electronic portals and fax systems, overseeing service changes, updates, and maintaining client databases with high accuracy.

Processed and managed new service offers from LHIN or HCCSS, ensuring compliance with established protocols.

Facilitated telephonic communication with key partners and internal staff, contributing to the compilation of critical Centre data and reports.

KMA Health Services Inc.
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Front Supervisor (P/FT)

Unknown, ON, Canada

Summary

Managed customer service functions, ensuring operational compliance and supervising staff for optimal store performance.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive customer service functions, including cash handling, cashier operations, and merchandising, ensuring optimal customer experience.

Ensured strict compliance with all store policies, loss prevention protocols, and inventory management procedures, maintaining operational integrity.

Supervised a team of cashiers and merchandisers, optimizing staffing efficiency through schedule preparation.

Executed daily opening and closing procedures, managed POS system operations, and handled cash reconciliation as a keyholder.

Mahmood Pharmacy
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Front Supervisor (PT)

Unknown, ON, Canada

Summary

Oversaw daily customer service operations, maintained store compliance, and supervised team members.

Highlights

Managed daily customer service operations, including cash management and merchandising, to ensure customer satisfaction.

Maintained adherence to all store policies, loss prevention, and inventory procedures, contributing to efficient store operations.

Supervised and supported cashiers and merchandisers, assisting with scheduling to maintain optimal coverage.

Performed keyholder duties, including store opening and closing, POS system management, and daily cash reconciliation.

Shafi Education Inc.
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Front Desk – Learning Coordinator (PT)

Unknown, ON, Canada

Summary

Coordinated administrative tasks, managed schedules, and facilitated communication for an educational center.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive recordkeeping, data entry, and documentation, ensuring organized and accessible information for office and inventory management.

Coordinated appointment and schedule management, facilitated data reporting, and maintained effective communication channels with students and parents.

Developed and managed student and teacher schedules, ensuring smooth daily operations and efficient resource allocation.

Processed payments, managed follow-up communications, and promptly addressed client complaints, escalating issues as necessary.

AMDA Primary Healthcare Project for Bhutanese Refugees
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Community Healthcare Program Officer

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Led and managed a UNHCR-funded community health program, supervising staff and coordinating healthcare services for refugee populations.

Highlights

Led and managed a UNHCR-funded Community Health and Disability Program across two program sites and districts, impacting vulnerable populations.

Supervised a team of 34 subordinates, including community health workers, disability associates, and psychosocial workers, optimizing workflow and program delivery.

Coordinated primary healthcare services, referrals, and follow-ups for individuals with disability, addiction, and mental health issues.

Oversaw program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, ensuring timely, flexible, and coordinated service delivery to refugee populations.

Developed and facilitated training, orientations, and awareness sessions on community health and disability for diverse audiences.

Ipas Nepal
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Research Assistant

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Developed research tools and managed data collection and analysis for public health studies.

Highlights

Developed and implemented research tools, collecting qualitative and quantitative data through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions.

Managed the full data collection lifecycle, including community visits, participant recruitment, data entry, and initial analysis.

Kosish Healthcare Foundation
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Associate Program Officer

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Assisted in program development and implementation, managing volunteers and coordinating logistics for smooth operations.

Highlights

Contributed to successful program development by assisting with proposal writing, planning, volunteer management, and event conduction.

Supported the implementation of program activities and developed/finalized guiding program documents in coordination with stakeholders.

Provided comprehensive administrative and team support, coordinating logistics, managing communications, and facilitating smooth program operations.

Restless Development
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M&E Internship

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Supported monitoring and evaluation activities across multiple development projects, ensuring data accuracy and reporting.

Highlights

Supported three simultaneous, large-scale projects funded by USAID, UNICEF, and REDA, focusing on GBV prevention, adolescent life skills, and livelihood transformation.

Provided critical administrative support and data reporting to the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) unit.

Managed database operations and conducted detailed quality checks on first-hand reports, ensuring high data accuracy and integrity.

Everest Child Development & Research Center
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Development Officer

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Managed program development, administrative functions, and coordinated with funding agencies to implement initiatives.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive administrative and executive support, managing office functions and program development.

Developed and implemented program proposals, coordinating effectively with funding agencies and line ministries.

Managed recording and reporting functions, contributing to organizational transparency and accountability.

SAN Nepal
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Project Coordinator

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Coordinated project activities, managed administrative tasks, and supported team operations for program success.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive office administration, including meeting and calendar coordination for scheduling appointments.

Coordinated with beneficiaries, planned and executed events, and promoted programs through social media marketing.

Oversaw documentation, database management, reporting, monitoring, and supervision, providing essential team support.

Everest Child Development & Research Center
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Administrative Assistant

Unknown, Unknown, Nepal

Summary

Provided administrative and executive support, managing schedules, coordinating events, and assisting with program and budget execution.

Highlights

Provided extensive administrative support, managing calendar, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings and events.

Assisted the program unit in preparing, executing, monitoring, and evaluating project budgets.

Provided executive support and assistance, contributing to overall program management and marketing efforts.

Served as a backup for administration, logistics, and procurement functions, ensuring operational continuity.

Education

Seneca College
Toronto, ON, Canada

Post-Graduate Certification

Non-Profit & Social Sector Management

Canadore College
North Bay, ON, Canada

Post-Graduate Certification

Healthcare Administration

Vrije Universitates Amsterdam
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Netherlands

Master of Science

Public Health (Specialized on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights including HIV and AIDS)

Yet Health Science Academy, Purbanchal University
Kathmandu, Unknown, Nepal

Bachelor

Public Health

Awards

Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) Scholarship

Awarded By

Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Awarded scholarship to pursue a Master's degree in Public Health in the Netherlands.

Participant - First National Summit on Health and Population Scientists

Awarded By

Nepal Health Research Council

Recognized for participation in the First National Summit on Health and Population Scientists.

Merit Student, BPH Entrance Examination

Awarded By

University

Recognized as a merit student for outstanding performance in the Bachelor of Public Health entrance examination.

University Merit Full Undergraduate Scholarship

Awarded By

University

Received a full undergraduate scholarship based on academic merit.

Secondary Education (40% Scholarship)

Awarded By

Educational Institution

Awarded a 40% scholarship for secondary education.

Languages

English
Nepali
Hindi

Skills

Technical Skills

Program Evaluation, Scheduling, Data Entry & Reporting, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Database Management, Portal Administration, Electronic Recordkeeping, CHRIS File Linkage, Service Plan Preparation.

Administrative Skills

High-volume Client Service Coordination, Meeting & Event Organization, Minute Preparation, Budget Tracking, Confidentiality Compliance, Information System Management, Multi-channel Communications (Email, Phone, In-person).

Soft Skills

Organization, Multitasking, Time Management, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Collaborative Teamwork, Mentorship, Empathetic Customer Service.

Projects

Insuree Satisfaction Survey & Policy Research

Summary

Conducted an insuree satisfaction survey and policy research for the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) as a Research Assistant (Consultant).

UN75 Online Survey Nepal

Summary

Volunteered with the United Nations to collect responses for the UN75 Online Survey from diverse populations across Nepal.

Health Insurance Enrolment Program of Bhutanese Refugees

Summary

Served as Assistant Supervisor for the Health Insurance Enrolment Program for Bhutanese Refugees in Sanischare Camp, supported by UNHCR.

Bhutanese Refugee Camp Management Committee Election 2019

Summary

Served as Election Officer for the Bhutanese Refugee Camp Management Committee Election, organized by LWF in coordination with UNHCR.

Study on Knowledge and Perception of Service Providers Regarding IUD and MA

Summary

Conducted a study on the knowledge and perception of service providers concerning IUD and MA as a Research Associate in SOLID Nepal.

Comprehensive Public Health Management Field Practice (Bharatpur-Chitwan)

Summary

Led a one-month comprehensive public health management field practice at the District Public Health Office, Bharatpur-Chitwan as a Group Leader.

Community Health Diagnosis Field Visit (Mahadevstan, Dhading)

Summary

Led a one-month community health diagnosis field visit to Mahadevstan, Dhading as a Group Leader.