Alexandra Wharton-Smith

Alexandra Wharton-Smith is a highly experienced public health specialist with expertise in infectious diseases control, social science research methodologies, and qualitative methodologies. She has over ten years of extensive experience in public health, with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, including areas affected by conflicts, natural disasters, and epidemics.

Alexandra's work primarily involves designing and implementing public health interventions and research projects, collaborating with various stakeholders like government partners, international NGOs, UN agencies, academic institutions, private sector partners, and local communities. Her goal is to promote health systems strengthening and ensure accessible and equitable healthcare programs.

Her educational background includes a BA Hons in International Relations with a minor in Portuguese from the University of Leeds, a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Science Research Methods from UCL Institute of Education, and an MSc in Control of Infectious Diseases from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, University of London.

Currently pursuing a PhD at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Alexandra Wharton-Smith has held notable positions in prestigious organizations. She served as a Director at PHDC Consulting, an International Consultant at various renowned institutions such as NHS, MSF, LSHTM, IOM, WHO, UNDP, UNICEF, Malaria Consortium, and Options Ltd. Previously, she worked as a Migrant Health Scientist at Public Health England and as a Senior Research Officer & Consultant at Malaria Consortium.