Veni Naidu
About Veni Naidu
Veni Naidu is a Technical Specialist at BroadReach Healthcare, with extensive experience in health systems strengthening and monitoring and evaluation. He has held various roles in health economics and marketing across multiple organizations, including 3M Health Care, The World Bank, and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Current Role at BroadReach Healthcare
Veni Naidu serves as a Technical Specialist at BroadReach Healthcare, a position held since 2011. In this role, Naidu focuses on health systems strengthening and monitoring and evaluation. The work involves implementing large-scale health projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery and outcomes. Based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, Naidu has contributed to various initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of health systems.
Previous Experience at 3M Health Care
Prior to joining BroadReach Healthcare, Veni Naidu worked as a Marketing Specialist at 3M Health Care from 1990 to 1994. This role took place in Minnesota, United States, where Naidu was involved in marketing strategies and initiatives within the healthcare sector. The experience gained during these four years contributed to Naidu's understanding of healthcare marketing dynamics.
Experience at The World Bank
Veni Naidu worked as a Consultant at The World Bank from 2007 to 2011 in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. This four-year tenure involved providing expertise in health economics and policy analysis. Naidu's contributions supported various health-related projects and initiatives aimed at improving global health outcomes.
Educational Background and Expertise
Veni Naidu studied at the University of Kwazulu-Natal, where Naidu achieved Doctorates in Economics, Philosophy, and Finance from 2001 to 2004. This academic background has equipped Naidu with a strong foundation in data analytics related to health projects. The expertise gained through education and professional experience supports Naidu's work in health systems strengthening.
Role as Health Economist at Perinatal HIV Research Unit
From 2002 to 2004, Veni Naidu served as a Health Economist at the Perinatal HIV Research Unit in South Africa. This two-year role involved analyzing health data and contributing to research focused on HIV prevention and treatment strategies. Naidu's work in this position helped inform policies and programs aimed at addressing HIV-related health challenges.