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Christine Noke is the Chief Executive Officer and President of the Middle East Cystic Fibrosis Association (MECFA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF) in the Middle East and Africa. She has held this position since September 2015, focusing on enhancing healthcare resources for CF patients through collaboration with health institutions across various regions, including South Asia, Europe, and South America.12

Professional Background

Christine Noke holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Her expertise lies in nonprofit program management, where she has demonstrated skills in program development, administration, and financial management. Noke has successfully managed initiatives aimed at fostering interactions among CF health professionals, patients, and related organizations.12

Before her role at MECFA, she served as the Executive Director of Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide from February 2001 to May 2014. In that capacity, she was responsible for strategic planning and resource allocation, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and fundraising efforts.12

Contributions to MECFA

Under Noke's leadership, MECFA has worked to establish a network among CF health professionals and patients in the region. The organization is committed to implementing EU and North American standards of care for cystic fibrosis, guiding research initiatives, newborn screening programs, and data collection efforts aimed at improving patient outcomes.12

Skills and Languages

Noke is proficient in English and has limited working proficiency in Turkish. Her strong interpersonal skills enable her to work effectively both independently and as part of interdisciplinary teams.1

Through her dedication to systemic change within CF communities, Christine Noke continues to play a pivotal role in advancing care standards for cystic fibrosis patients in the Middle East.