Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 24 years of experience in public health program management, the expert has demonstrated expertise in overseeing large-scale international aid projects, such as a AUD 15 million per annum TB investment in Papua New Guinea. Possessing strong analytical, budgeting, and financial management skills, the expert has effectively led teams and supervised staff. With extensive experience in project planning, implementation, and evaluation, the expert excels in building partnerships with organizations like the World Bank and WHO. Adept at navigating complex funding arrangements, the expert has successfully contributed to national health strategies and donor-funded projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade, AusAID, and UNICEF, focusing on health sector initiatives in Papua New Guinea. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and evaluations. The projects, including the Health and HIV Implementing Services Provider and TB strategies, are national in scope, addressing areas like health security, maternal and child health, and HIV/AIDS. The expert has also engaged with development partners like the World Bank and WHO to support tuberculosis response activities.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the health sector, the expert has concentrated on public health, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis programs in Papua New Guinea. Previously held roles such as Senior Program Manager and Program Manager, overseeing project implementation, financial management, and team leadership. Their cross-cutting expertise includes managing development partner funding and engaging in capacity building and policy development. The expert's work has primarily been country-specific to Papua New Guinea, where they have collaborated with international organizations and government bodies to enhance health outcomes and address regional development challenges.

Background includes positions at various organizations in Papua New Guinea, where the expert has worked on public health programs and international development projects. Their deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics has been instrumental in managing health initiatives, collaborating with national and provincial health authorities, and engaging with international partners like the World Bank and WHO. Long-term assignments in Papua New Guinea have equipped the expert with a nuanced understanding of regional development issues and the challenges faced by indigenous and minority communities.

Languages and education

With a background in English, the expert possesses native-level command, demonstrating full professional proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking. This linguistic capability has been effectively utilized in managing international aid projects, collaborating with multilingual teams, and engaging in high-level communication with global partners and stakeholders. Language skills have been pivotal in facilitating cross-cultural interactions and ensuring clear and effective communication in diverse professional settings.

The expert holds a Master of International Health in Public Health from the University of New South Wales, Australia. They also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Community/Public Health Nursing from the University of Papua New Guinea. Additionally, the expert earned a Diploma in General Nursing from Pacific Adventist University, Papua New Guinea.