Elizabeth Ivanovich
About Elizabeth Ivanovich
Elizabeth Ivanovich serves as the Director of Global Health at the United Nations Foundation, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in public health and international affairs, with previous roles at the Peace Corps and ICF International, and holds degrees from the University of North Carolina and The George Washington University.
Current Role at United Nations Foundation
Elizabeth Ivanovich serves as the Director of Global Health at the United Nations Foundation, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing global health initiatives and strategies, focusing on improving health outcomes worldwide. Her work involves collaboration with various stakeholders to address pressing health issues, including malaria and sanitation. Based in Washington D.C., she leads efforts to advocate for policies that enhance global health and well-being.
Previous Experience at Peace Corps
Before her current role, Elizabeth Ivanovich worked with the Peace Corps as a Rural Health and Sanitation Specialist from 2004 to 2006 in El Salvador. During her two-year tenure, she focused on improving health and sanitation practices in rural communities. This experience provided her with valuable insights into the challenges faced by underserved populations and laid the groundwork for her future work in global health.
Professional Background in Global Health
Elizabeth Ivanovich has a diverse professional background in global health. She worked as a Senior Officer for Global Health at the United Nations Foundation from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, she was a Monitoring and Evaluation Associate for the MEASURE Evaluation Project at ICF (Macro) International from 2008 to 2012. Her roles have equipped her with extensive knowledge in monitoring and evaluation, grant management, and advocacy within the global health sector.
Educational Qualifications
Elizabeth Ivanovich holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Maternal and Child Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she studied from 2006 to 2008. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with a focus on Global Public Health from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2000 to 2003. Her educational background supports her expertise in addressing complex health issues on a global scale.
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Elizabeth Ivanovich possesses a range of skills relevant to her work in global health. She has expertise in monitoring and evaluation, particularly in the context of international affairs. Her experience includes involvement in family planning and reproductive health initiatives, as well as refugee resettlement programs. She has a strong focus on malaria, rural health, and sanitation, which informs her approach to global health challenges.