Holly D.

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About Holly D.

Public Health Leader | Program Director | MEL Specialist | Global Health Strategist With over 17 years of experience designing, leading, and evaluating high-impact global health and development programs, I bring a proven track record of driving results in complex environments. My work spans program design, health systems strengthening, high-level policy advising, strategic MEL, and cross-sector collaboration. As a Foreign Service Officer with USAID, I provide strategic oversight for an integrated health portfolio exceeding $85M, covering HIV/AIDS, immunization, community health, social behavior change and health service delivery. My leadership has enhanced service delivery through performance-based financing, advanced host-government partnerships, and strengthened community health systems to reach millions of people. 🧩 Throughout my career—with USAID, CDC, Emory University, Social Impact and NGOs—I’ve: Directed complex evaluations, learning agendas, and adaptive management frameworks Led cross-functional, multicultural teams of up to 200+ Managed randomized controlled trials, ex-post evaluations, and large-scale community health initiatives Advised senior government and multilateral stakeholders Coordinated U.S. government interagency processes, and represented U.S. government priorities Areas of Expertise: Public Health Program Design & Implementation Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Government-to-Government & Donor Collaboration Community Health & Social Behavior Change WASH, HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Nutrition, Immunization Facilitation and Training Cross-cultural Team Leadership | Budget Oversight | Policy Strategy I'm passionate about transforming data into action, building equitable health systems, and scaling what works. Always open to connecting with professionals, partners, and change makers committed to driving impact through evidence, strategy, and collaboration.