Mukena Abel Shalala
About Mukena Abel Shalala
Mukena Abel Shalala serves as the Deployment and Training Quality Assurance Lead at BroadReach since 2020, bringing extensive experience in ICT and deployment roles. He holds a Bachelor's Honors Degree in Computer Systems and Networks from Kuban State University of Technology and has worked in various capacities in the technology sector in Lusaka, Zambia.
Current Role at BroadReach
Mukena Abel Shalala serves as the Deployment and Training Quality Assurance Lead at BroadReach since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the quality assurance processes related to deployment and training initiatives. His work focuses on ensuring that training programs meet the necessary standards and that deployment strategies are effectively implemented. He operates out of Lusaka, Zambia, contributing to the organization's mission of improving healthcare delivery through technology.
Previous Experience at BroadReach
Prior to his current position, Mukena held multiple roles at BroadReach. He worked as an EHR Deployment Specialist for six months in 2017, where he was involved in the deployment of electronic health record systems. He later took on the role of Provincial Deployment and Maintenance Lead from 2017 to 2019, managing deployment and maintenance activities across various provinces in Zambia. His extensive experience at BroadReach has equipped him with a deep understanding of health information systems.
Professional Background in ICT
Mukena has a solid background in information and communication technology (ICT). He worked as an ICT Support Officer at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation from 2015 to 2017, where he provided technical support and solutions. Additionally, he served as a Sub Regional Coordinator at IHM Southern Africa for nine months in 2019 to 2020, further expanding his expertise in ICT and project coordination within the healthcare sector.
Education and Qualifications
Mukena holds a Bachelor's Honors Degree in Computer Systems and Networks from Kuban State University of Technology, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also obtained a Diploma in Russian Language and Literature from Don State Technical University in 2009. Furthering his technical qualifications, he achieved a CCNA certification from the University of Zambia in 2008. His educational background supports his roles in technology and deployment within the healthcare industry.
Early Education
Mukena's foundational education includes attendance at several schools in Zambia. He completed his high school education at Chikankata High School from 2003 to 2005. Prior to that, he studied at Munali Boys High School for 11 months in 2003 and attended Kasalu Basic School from 1992 to 2000. This early education laid the groundwork for his later academic and professional pursuits.