Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 8 years of experience in public health, the expert specializes in health systems strengthening, leadership, and governance. Skilled in strategic planning, program management, and policy influence, the expert has effectively led initiatives aimed at reducing health inequalities. Career highlights include coordinating a $10 million project in Zambia, which positively impacted over 3 million people, and implementing health improvement strategies in the UK. Previously held leadership roles in both local and international projects, the expert demonstrates strong capabilities in capacity building and stakeholder collaboration.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with the Department for International Development (DFID) on a significant $10 million initiative in Zambia. This project focused on the recruitment, training, and deployment of 3000 Community Health Assistants, involving project implementation, capacity building, and technical assistance in the health sector. The national scope of the work led to substantial improvements in community health outcomes, impacting over 3 million Zambians. Responsibilities have included working closely with the Government of the Republic of Zambia and a variety of stakeholders to strengthen health systems.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the health sector, the expert's work has centered on public health systems, governance, and strategy. Key roles have included Health Improvement Support Manager in the UK and Senior Programme Officer in Zambia, where the expert led initiatives in health systems strengthening and capacity building. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans program management, policy influence, and stakeholder collaboration, with a geographic focus that encompasses both national and regional projects in the UK and Zambia. This experience underscores a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

The expert possesses native-level proficiency in English, demonstrating full command in all aspects, including reading, writing, and speaking. This language competence has been effectively utilized in professional settings, contributing to successful communication and collaboration within diverse and multilingual teams, particularly in international health projects and policy discussions. The expert holds a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, completed in 2018, and a Bachelor's degree (Hons) in Business Administration from London Southbank University, United Kingdom, in 2011. These academic qualifications provide a strong foundation in public health and business administration.