Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 33 years of experience in the hospital and healthcare industry, the expert is a seasoned consultant with strong expertise in nonprofit organizations, humanitarian assistance, policy analysis, coaching, and emergency management. Career highlights include leading national and international health initiatives, formulating policies, securing funds, and managing multimillion-dollar projects. Notable achievements encompass developing national health strategies, implementing public health programs, and directing large teams. Previously held roles such as Adviser for the Ministry of Health in Somaliland and Chief Executive Officer of Metho Medical Devices, showcasing strategic and operational expertise.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, DfID, CIDA, SDC, and the Governments of Netherlands and Norway in various health sector projects. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. Managed multimillion USD projects, including a $6 million Somaliland Development Fund and a $3.5 million Health Pooled Fund in South Sudan. The expert's work spans regional and national scales, focusing on health systems strengthening, public health program implementation, and infrastructure development in countries such as Somaliland, South Sudan, and Bhutan.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the health sector, the expert has held key roles such as Adviser in the Ministry of Health and Chief Executive Officer of a medical devices firm. Responsibilities have included policy formulation, project management, and health systems strengthening. The expert possesses cross-cutting expertise in public health program implementation and health infrastructure development. Geographic experience includes significant involvement in Bhutan, Somaliland, South Sudan, and Liberia, contributing to advancements in healthcare delivery and management across these areas. Long-term assignments have included advisory roles in the Ministry of Health in Somaliland and the Department of Medical Services in Bhutan.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, one of the UN official languages, effectively utilizing language skills in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration within multilingual teams. This proficiency has supported roles in international health projects and initiatives, enabling effective communication and coordination with diverse stakeholders. The educational background includes a Master’s in Public Health, specializing in Health Systems Development, from the College of Public Health, Chulalongkorn University in Thailand. Additional qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science from Sherubtse College in Bhutan and a Diploma in Hospital Administration and Business Management from Christian Medical College and Hospital in India. The expert has also completed a one-year Executive Certificate Program in Public Administration and International Relations at the Royal Institute of Management in Bhutan.