Anjuli Shivshanker
About Anjuli Shivshanker
Anjuli Shivshanker serves as the Senior Director of Monitoring and Evaluation at Sesame Workshop, where she applies her expertise in project management and evaluation in complex, conflict-affected contexts. She holds a BA in Health Policy and Religious Studies from Rice University and an MPH in Community and Behavioral Health from the University of Iowa.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Anjuli Shivshanker serves as the Senior Director of Monitoring and Evaluation at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing evaluation strategies that assess the impact of various programs. Her work involves collaborating with diverse teams to ensure that projects are effectively monitored and evaluated, contributing to the organization's mission of improving the lives of children and families.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Anjuli has extensive experience in project management and evaluation, having worked in various capacities before her current role. She was an ASPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Program Management Fellow at CDC - GAP from 2009 to 2010. She also served as a Program Officer for Research, Evaluation, and Learning in the Greater New York City Area from 2011 to 2015, and as a Senior Coordinator for Evidence to Action from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she held the position of Deputy Director of Programs in Monrovia, Liberia, from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Anjuli Shivshanker holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Policy and Religious Studies from Rice University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Community and Behavioral Health and Global Health from the University of Iowa, completing her studies from 2007 to 2009. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in public health and program evaluation.
Expertise in Conflict-Affected Contexts
Anjuli specializes in developing realistic and rigorous solutions for complex issues in conflict-affected contexts. Her experience includes collaborating with government ministries, academic institutions, and community organizations to enhance the lives of individuals in these challenging environments. This expertise is integral to her roles in monitoring and evaluation, where understanding the nuances of conflict-affected areas is essential for effective program implementation.