Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 22 years of experience in the health sector, the expert is a qualified surgeon with a proven track record in project management and technical leadership. Career highlights include leading international health programs such as Jhpiego's Safe Surgery Project and the MCHIP/Tanzania VMMC program. The expert has achieved significant milestones, including conducting over 400,000 VMMCs and managing multi-million dollar budgets. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement across Eastern and Southern Africa.

Project experience and donor exposure

With extensive experience collaborating with international donors, notably USAID, the expert has been deeply involved in project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building within the health sector. Worked across diverse projects, including directing the MCHIP/Tanzania Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision program, focusing on scaling up VMMC services. These initiatives have been regional in scope, covering multiple countries in Eastern and Southern Africa, such as Tanzania, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Uganda, South Africa, Namibia, Rwanda, and Mozambique.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the health sector, the expert has focused on project management and surgical services. Previously held roles such as Project Director and Regional Advisor, involving strategic planning, capacity building, and program implementation. The expert has led initiatives like Jhpiego's Safe Surgery and VMMC programs, demonstrating cross-cutting expertise in health systems strengthening and technical leadership. The geographic scope includes regional projects across Eastern and Southern Africa, with significant contributions to national health programs in Tanzania. The expert has extensive geographic experience in Eastern and Southern Africa, with significant involvement in Tanzania, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Uganda, South Africa, Namibia, Rwanda, and Mozambique. This work includes leading health initiatives and providing technical support, reflecting a deep familiarity with regional health systems and development challenges. The expert's long-term assignments in Tanzania have contributed to a profound understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics within the health sector.

Languages and education

With a comprehensive educational background, the expert holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Dar-es-salaam in Tanzania and a Master of Medicine in Surgery from Muhimbili University of Health Sciences, also in Tanzania. Additionally, the expert has obtained an MBA in Health Services Management from the University of Applied Sciences - Neu Ulm in Germany, reflecting a strong foundation in both medical and health services management education. The expert is fluent in English, frequently used in professional settings, including international health programs and collaborations across Eastern and Southern Africa. Additionally, the expert is a native speaker of Swahili and has basic proficiency in German. These language skills facilitate effective communication in multilingual teams and diverse cultural environments.