Astou Diagne

My name is Astou Diagne, and I am a dedicated and accomplished individual currently residing in New York, NY 10039. With a solid educational background and a wealth of experience, I stand out as a proficient professional in community health and public health administration.

My academic journey began at Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), New York, NY, where I earned an Associate of Science in Community Health Education with a notable GPA 3.55. She successfully graduated in May 2022 and continued her pursuit of knowledge at Hunter College, NY, where I am on track to receive a Bachelor's in Science with a major in Public Health. Her expected graduation date is June 2023, and I am maintaining an impressive G.P.A. of 3.91.

In addition to my academic achievements, I have acquired valuable training and certifications. I completed the Public Health Academy program at BMCC in 2021-2022 and hold a CPR/AED Certificate from the Mid-Manhattan Adult Learning Center (2019). My dedication to continuous learning is evident in my Accounting Certificate in Basic Accounting and Office Management Certificate, obtained from Pigier Institutions in Dakar, Senegal, in 1983.

My professional journey showcases my diverse skill set. I am currently employed at the Administration for Children's Services (A.C.S.) in New York, NY, since 2019, as a Medical Audit/Medical Consent Units Support Staff – Public Health Assistant. My responsibilities include providing exceptional organizational and administrative support, proficiently managing Excel spreadsheets and tracking logs, and creating Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance data reports. I excel in conducting internet research and maintaining efficient office filing systems.

Before my current role, I gained valuable experience as a Home Health Aide at Partners in Care (2018-2020). I assisted multiple patients with mobility, physical therapy, personal care, and daily living activities. My extensive background also includes roles such as Commercial Assistant in the Logistics Department at Caetano Formula, Dakar, Sénégal (2014-2017), and Sales Administrative Assistant at SERA Sénégal (Automobile and Equipment), Dakar, Sénégal (1999-2014). I demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in these positions, supervised teams, resolved customer complaints, and managed logistics and administrative responsibilities.

I am committed to my professional growth and making a positive impact in my community. My leadership and volunteer work include volunteering at the Harlem Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in 2019. Additionally, I held the position of President of AFNECS, a Women Nonprofit Association of Necotrans Group in Senegal, from 2008 to 2014. In this role, I organized fundraising events and charity galas, successfully raising support for orphaned children in shelters.

In conclusion, I emerge as a well-rounded and accomplished individual, blending my academic achievements, professional expertise, and commitment to community service. My diverse skills, coupled with my strong educational foundation, position me as an asset in community health and public health administration.