DDHS and district profiles

Background

Rev. Emmanuel Partey, a dedicated professional in both public health and spiritual leadership, serves as the Ag. District Director of Health Services and Reverend Minister in the Presbyterian Church of Ghana. Born on 30th June 1979 in Agormanya, Odumase Krobo, Eastern Region, Ghana, he is the eldest among seven siblings. His upbringing in a large family instilled values of responsibility and community service from an early age. Rev. Partey is married to Mrs. Mabel Partey, and together they have three children. Fluent in Krobo, Ga, Twi, and English, he bridges cultural and linguistic divides in his professional and personal life

Education

Rev. Emmanuel Partey’s educational journey reflects his commitment to excellence in both public health administration and spiritual ministry. He holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Ensign Global College, affiliated with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), graduating in September 2022. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) from the University of Ghana, School of Public Health, completing his studies in May 2017. His foundational training includes a diploma in Technical Officer Community Health (Disease Control) from the former Rural Health Training School (now College of Health and Well-being) in August 2004. These qualifications have equipped him with comprehensive skills in disease control, community health management, and public health policy.

Rev. Partey has complemented his formal education with a series of short courses, enhancing his expertise in Health Administration and Management (GIMPA), Legal Studies for Christian Ministry (PCG University College, Abetifi), Church Leadership and Administration (PCG University College, Abetifi), and specialized training in Environmental Health Impact Assessment, Malaria Home Base Care, Bottleneck Analysis, District Health Information Management System, CHPS Training of Trainers, and Essential Nutrition Action.

Work

Rev. Emmanuel Partey’s career spans nearly two decades within the Ghana Health Service (GHS), marked by progressive roles and impactful contributions across various health sectors. He commenced his service in January 2005 and has held key positions including:

As the Ag. District Director of Health Services for Twifo/Ati-Morkwa since July 2023, he spearheads the strategic planning and management of health services, ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare to the community. Before this appointment, he served as Ag. District Director of Health Services in Upper Denkyira West from March to July 2023, demonstrating his adeptness in district-level health administration and leadership.

From 2020 to 2023, Rev. Partey served as the District Disease Control Officer in Asuogyaman, focusing on implementing effective disease prevention and control strategies. His role as the Municipal EPI & TB/HIV Coordinator for Akwapim North from 2018 to 2020 highlights his commitment to enhancing immunization and tuberculosis/HIV management programs at the municipal level.

Throughout his tenure, he has played pivotal roles in organizational governance and health advocacy, serving as Secretary for the Yilo Krobo District Health Workers Union Welfare and the District Health Committee from 2008 to 2014. Rev. Partey’s leadership extends to multiple appointments as Ag. District Director of Health Services and Municipal Disease Control Officer in Yilo Krobo, where he contributed significantly to improving health service delivery and community health initiatives.

Rev. Emmanuel Partey’s combined expertise in public health management and spiritual leadership underscores his dedication to community service and improving healthcare outcomes in the Eastern Region of Ghana.

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