Mohammed Ali, Ph.D
About Mohammed Ali, Ph.D
Mohammed Ali, Ph.D, serves as the Chief of Party for the USAID-funded Developing Acute Care and Emergency Referral System (ACERS) in Ghana. With extensive experience in health program management and a strong academic background in public health and nutrition, he has contributed significantly to healthcare delivery and emergency referral systems in the region.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Mohammed Ali, Ph.D., serves as the Chief of Party for the USAID-funded Developing Acute Care and Emergency Referral System (ACERS) project. He has held this position since 2018, focusing on enhancing healthcare delivery systems in Ghana. In addition to this role, he has been the Health Program Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2013, overseeing health programs in the Ghana Program. His responsibilities include coordinating various health initiatives and managing partnerships with local NGOs and government entities.
Previous Experience at Catholic Relief Services
Mohammed Ali has a substantial history with Catholic Relief Services, having worked in various capacities. He was a Program Officer for the Food Assisted Child Survival Program from 2004 to 2007 and later served as a Senior Program Officer from 2007 to 2009. He also held the position of Technical Advisor in Health from 2010 to 2011. His roles involved implementing health programs and coordinating efforts to improve child survival and health outcomes in Tamale, Ghana.
Education and Expertise
Mohammed Ali holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Care Management from Ghana Technology University and CASS Institute of Management Studies, completed between 2015 and 2018. He also earned a Master of Public Health from the Royal Tropical Institute and Vrije University of Amsterdam, and a Master of Science in Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services from the University of Ghana. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in Organizational Development from the University for Development Studies. His educational background supports his expertise in health program management and community nutrition.
Achievements in Health Program Management
Throughout his career, Mohammed Ali has demonstrated expertise in managing health programs funded by organizations such as USAID, UNICEF/WFP, and GAVI. He has successfully coordinated multiple partners, including government agencies and research institutions, particularly in the area of child survival and health grants. His work has focused on developing innovative strategies to enhance healthcare delivery and improve emergency referral systems, contributing to better health outcomes in the communities served.
Skills in Grant Management and Compliance
Mohammed Ali possesses extensive experience in managing USAID grants, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and overseeing partner budgets, finance, and administration. His skills in grant management are critical to the successful implementation of health programs, allowing for effective resource allocation and program sustainability. His ability to navigate complex funding landscapes has been instrumental in advancing health initiatives in Ghana.