Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned public health practitioner known for designing and implementing large-scale health programs. Career highlights include leading initiatives in infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). Notable accomplishments involve managing Malawi’s $25 million annual Malaria Operational Plan and leading technical teams at Save the Children. The expert's skills encompass strategy development, results-based management, and capacity building, with a track record of providing leadership and technical assistance for national and international projects, significantly improving health outcomes across Africa and Asia.

Project experience and donor exposure

Having collaborated with international donors such as USAID, The Global Fund, PEPFAR, President's Malaria Initiative, Abbot Foundation, and DFID, the expert's involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. The thematic focus includes health sectors such as infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and nutrition. The expert has managed large-scale projects at both national and regional levels in countries including Malawi, Afghanistan, and Nigeria, supporting government counterparts, NGOs, and UN partners in various international development cooperation projects.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in health, social development, and project management, the expert has held roles such as senior technical advisor, program manager, and consultant. Responsibilities have included designing and implementing health interventions, capacity building, and strategic planning. The expert possesses cross-cutting expertise in integrating health with social development initiatives, including WASH and gender mainstreaming. The geographic scope of work spans multiple countries, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to both developmental and humanitarian projects. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Africa and beyond, having worked in Afghanistan, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Sudan, Switzerland, Tanzania, USA, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. This experience brings deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics in these regions, with long-term assignments contributing to significant regional development and health improvements.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, one of the UN official languages, the expert has utilized language skills extensively in professional settings across multiple countries, working with multilingual teams and international organizations. This proficiency has been integral to roles in project management and international development cooperation. The expert holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of Malawi and a Postgraduate Diploma in Tropical Infectious Diseases from the Swiss Tropical Institute. Additionally, the expert obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a University Certificate in Midwifery from the University of Malawi, Kamuzu College of Nursing. The educational background is focused on public health and nursing, with specialized training in tropical infectious diseases.