Alain Binamungu

Experience

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  China-Uganda friendship hospital

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

  Biomedical Engineering Technician Intern

  Medical equipment maintenance

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  Kangaroo Plus Uganda LTD

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2022

  Co-Founder

  Innovation in maternal and neonatal healthcare

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  Hôpital de Kyeshero

  Dec 2018 - Dec 2018

  Biomedical Equipment Technician Volonteer

  Biomedical Equipment management.

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  Gould Family Foundation

  Apr 2019 - Dec 2022

  Supported GFF Management in the recruitment, training, and mentoring of Biomedical Technicians/Apprentices (BAs) in Burundi, Madagascar, Togo, and DR Congo. Conducted training for clinicians and medical staff on proper biomedical equipment use through demonstrations, videos, and quick-start guides. Implemented biomedical maintenance programs at partner clinics and hospitals, recommending best practices for equipment utilization and sustainability. Maintained equipment by following preventive maintenance schedules and created inventory reports to track equipment and manage spare parts. Trained BAs in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, while overseeing their weekly work plans and reviewing reports. Collected and assessed monitoring and evaluation data from partner sites, conducted periodic assessments of medical infrastructure, and provided targeted recommendations. Coordinated with vetted service companies for specialized equipment maintenance and follow-up. Show less

  • Lead Biomedical Technician - French speaking countries

    May 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Lead Biomedical Technician

    Oct 2020 - Apr 2021

  • Biomedical Technician

    Apr 2019 - Oct 2020
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  FHI 360

  Dec 2022 - Jan 2025

  I Provide expert technical guidance for the EpiC project, a five-year global initiative funded by USAID, focused on equipping hospitals to utilize liquid medical oxygen (LOX). Key responsibilities includes developing specifications for LOX equipment and infrastructure, assessing technical assistance needs for installation and maintenance, and creating sustainable systems for LOX usage. This role involves mentoring healthcare workers and biomedical engineers on LOX operation through standardized training, with ongoing follow-up to ensure skill retention. Additionally, contribute to USAID-required reports, including quarterly and annual updates, and represent the project in technical working groups with government and stakeholders. Show less

  • Consultant, Technical Advisor I, Biomedical engineer, EpiC COVID

    Aug 2023 - Jan 2025

  • Technical Advisor I, Biomedical Engineer, EpiC COVID

    Dec 2022 - Jul 2023
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  The DAK Foundation

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Biomedical Contractor

  Developed and implemented a training and equipment installation program, reviewed existing oxygen documentation for Côte d’Ivoire, and prepared user guides for oxygen concentrators. Oversaw equipment installation and conducted user training sessions, alongside capacity-building workshops for biomedical technicians. Concluded the program by preparing a detailed written report to document outcomes and recommendations.

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  Tropical Health and Education Trust (THET)

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Consultant

  Supporting Tropical Health Education Trust, Somaliland Country office to recruit National Biomedical Engineer that will help THET to produce an inventory of MNCH equipment, assess the knowledge level of the maintenance staff, and propose and develop training materials for targeted health facility staff and will roll out the training to identify health technologists.

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  The DAK Foundation

  Oct 2023 - Nov 2023

  Biomedical Contractor

  Conducted comprehensive health facility baseline assessments, established a functional medical equipment inventory, and created a dedicated biomedical workshop space. Trained biomedical personnel on biomedical engineering processes and prepared budgets for spare parts and annual maintenance schedules to ensure sustainable equipment upkeep and functionality.