Imran A. Khan
About Imran A. Khan
Imran A. Khan serves as the Director of Programme Strategy & Development at Sightsavers, a position he has held since 2021. With over two decades of experience in health, international development, and academia, he has previously held various roles at Sightsavers and other organizations, contributing to technical program design and implementation.
Work at Sightsavers
Imran A. Khan has been serving as the Director of Programme Strategy & Development at Sightsavers since 2021. In this role, he focuses on strategic planning and development of programs aimed at improving health and well-being in underprivileged communities. Prior to his current position, he worked at Sightsavers as Chief Global Technical Lead from 2013 to 2020, where he was responsible for overseeing technical aspects of global programs. He also held the position of Programme Development Advisor for a brief period in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Imran A. Khan has an extensive educational background that includes a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the EuroMBA Consortium, completed between 2012 and 2015. He also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, earned from 2008 to 2010. His clinical qualifications include a Doctor of Optometry (OD) from Pennsylvania College of Optometry and a Clinical Residency in Low Vision/Binocular Vision from the University of California, Berkeley. He completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology from William & Mary.
Background
Imran A. Khan has over two decades of experience in health, international development, and academia. Before joining Sightsavers, he worked as an Assistant Professor of Public Health at Salus University from 2011 to 2021. He also served as the International Programme Director at Vision Aid Overseas for a short period in 2012. His career has involved leading multi-national teams in the design, implementation, and evaluation of technical programs.
Professional Experience
Imran A. Khan's professional experience spans various roles in health and international development. He worked at Sightsavers in multiple capacities, including Programme Development Advisor and Chief Global Technical Lead. His role as International Programme Director at Vision Aid Overseas further highlights his expertise in managing international health programs. His academic tenure at Salus University as an Assistant Professor contributed to his extensive knowledge in public health.
Qualifications and Skills
Imran A. Khan possesses qualifications in public health, business administration, and clinical areas. His educational achievements include advanced degrees in business and public health, along with clinical training in optometry and low vision rehabilitation. His skills encompass program design, implementation, and evaluation, particularly in international health contexts, making him a valuable asset in the field of health and development.