K CHINOWAITA
Director of Health
The Director of Health is a seasoned public health professional with a master’s degrees in Public Management and in Public Health and over 25 years of experience leading a municipal health department. In this role, he has successfully developed and implemented health initiatives, managed community health programs, and coordinated responses to public health emergencies. His is expertise in epidemiology, health promotion, and community engagement has significantly improved health outcomes in the town, fostering partnerships with local organizations and ensuring effective resource allocation.
Committed to enhancing public health awareness, the Director has also spearheaded educational campaigns and policy advocacy efforts, solidifying his role as a key leader in community health.
HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICE DEPARTMENT
The department is responsible for personal, family and environmental public health in the town of Bindura. Additionally Climate change, environmental protection and conservation are also covered under the same department.It is divided into two main branches i.e. Curative and Environmental public health .The department reports to the Health and Housing sub-committee of Council.
Department’s Overall Functions
- Provision of affordable and accessible personal and family health services.
- Diseases prevention, control and public health risk reduction.
- Provision of solid waste management, environmental sanitation and hygiene.
- Promotion of sound environmental management systems.
Department’s Sections
The department is made up of the following sections:
- Curative Section
- Environmental Public Health Section
Departmental Vision
To be a shining example of a clean, safe and health town.
Mission of the Department
To achieve the highest safety, health and hygiene standards for all through the provision of value for money environmental interventions and primary health care services.
Overall Functions of the Department
- 1. Provision of effective solid waste management
- 2. Provision of affordable and accessible personal health services
- 3. Disease control and public health disaster risk reduction
- 4. Promotion of sound Environmental management systems
- 5. Health advisory services to Council
Director Of Health
Kelton Chinowaita
Tel: (+263)662107513/7518/7316
E-mail : info@binduramunicipality.co.zw/keltonchinowaita@gmail.com