I am a Senior Learning and Capacity Building Specialist with 25+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale training programmes across the health and education sectors. Proven expertise in instructional design, digital learning transformation, and workforce development within government, NGO, and international development environments. Specialises in translating complex technical systems (including health information and data systems such as DHIS2) into practical, learner-centred training solutions delivered through blended and online platforms. Experienced working with subject matter experts across professions, global partners including UNICEF and national governments to strengthen workforce capability and service delivery

Sandra Dove

I am a Senior Learning and Capacity Building Specialist with 25+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale training programmes across the health and education sectors. Proven expertise in instructional design, digital learning transformation, and workforce development within government, NGO, and international development environments. Specialises in translating complex technical systems (including health information and data systems such as DHIS2) into practical, learner-centred training solutions delivered through blended and online platforms. Experienced working with subject matter experts across professions, global partners including UNICEF and national governments to strengthen workforce capability and service delivery

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I am a Senior Learning and Capacity Building Specialist with 25+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale training programmes across the health and education sectors. Proven expertise in instructional design, digital learning transformation, and workforce development within government, NGO, and international development environments.
Specialises in translating complex technical systems (including health information and data systems such as DHIS2) into practical, learner-centred training solutions delivered through blended and online platforms. Experienced working with subject matter experts across professions, global partners including UNICEF and national governments to strengthen workforce capability and service delivery

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Beginner

Work Experience

Capacity Building Manager/Digital Learning Specialist at Health Information Systems Program
September 1, 2008 - March 1, 2026
Led national and international training programmes across health systems; designed the training materials to teach users how to perform their jobs using the customized system; designed digital and blended learning solutions using Moodle and other platforms, using tools (H5P, Camtasia, Audacity, Canva, Zoom, Teams and Edraw) to enhance the material; managed learning teams and large-scale training initiatives; worked with Ministries of Health and partners including UNICEF; developed courses on DHIS2, data quality, and workforce performance; delivered data-driven capacity-building strategies across multiple countries; supervised a staff of 7 and contractors to deliver high-quality training products and services.
Manager of Information Management Department at The Valley Trust
January 1, 2001 - August 1, 2008
Managed GIS, database, training, information management, and video support services; supervised publication, video, statistics, training, and database support units; led fundraising, proposal writing, and donor relationship management; represented The Valley Trust on national and provincial health committees; coordinated computer training programmes; facilitated District Health planning and budgeting workshops; supported District Health Expenditure Reviews across provinces; assisted districts with health data management, accountability, and reporting.

Education

Honours in Geography at University of Natal PMB
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1988
Higher Diploma of Education (HDE Teacher Diploma) at University of Natal PMB
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
Bachelor of Arts at University of Natal PMB
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1985

Qualifications

Assessor Certificate (SAQA accredited ID No 7978)
January 26, 2004 - November 30, 2004
Advanced Health Management Programme (Yale/FPD)
June 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016
Instructional Design Certificate (WITS)
January 1, 2018 - November 30, 2018
Project Management (UCT)
July 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other

Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner

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