Emmanuel Kanneh
About Emmanuel Kanneh
Emmanuel Kanneh serves as a Program Officer for Eye Health at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in health project management and has held various roles in organizations focused on health initiatives in Liberia.
Work at Sightsavers
Emmanuel Kanneh has been serving as a Program Officer for Eye Health at Sightsavers since 2020. In this role, he is involved in implementing eye health programs aimed at preventing avoidable blindness in Liberia. His work aligns with Sightsavers' mission to improve health outcomes and access to eye care services. Kanneh utilizes his expertise in project management and strategic planning to enhance the effectiveness of health initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience in Health Management
Before joining Sightsavers, Emmanuel Kanneh held several positions that contributed to his expertise in health management. He worked at IOM - UN Migration as the Acting Subnational Epidemic Preparedness and Response Coordinator for three months in 2016, and as the County Epidemic Preparedness and Response Coordinator for five months in the same year. Additionally, he served as a Field Project Coordinator at The Mentor Initiative from 2015 to 2016 and as a Project Supervisor in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Emmanuel Kanneh holds an Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Health Care & Hospital Management from James Lind Institute, which he completed from 2021 to 2022. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing from Cuttington University, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. His educational background supports his strong focus on health initiatives and project management within the non-profit sector.
Background in Health Initiatives
Emmanuel Kanneh has a robust background in health initiatives, particularly in Liberia. His early career included a role as an HIV/AIDS Peer Educator at International Medical Corps from 2007 to 2008. His experience spans various health-related projects, allowing him to develop skills in strategic planning and leadership, which he applies in his current role at Sightsavers.