Jeffery Smith

Jeffery Smith is a Global Health & Policy Adviser with over 30 years of experience working in public health and communicable diseases across Asia and the Pacific, as well as in the United States.2 His background includes training as a chemist, which has informed his work in the public health sector.2

Professional Experience

Jeffery Smith has held several notable positions in the field of global health:

• Senior Advisor for Global Clean Air at the Ella Roberta Foundation (December 2021 - Present)1
• Consultant for the World Health Organization (WHO) (August 2015 - Present)1
• Freelance Air Quality Auditor and Advisor (February 2008 - Present)1

In his role with the WHO, Smith supports community engagement projects related to air pollution and urban health for the BreatheLife campaign and the Urban Health Initiative.1 He works within the "Public health, environmental and social determinants of health" department, focusing on building relationships with various stakeholders and using air quality monitoring to increase awareness and educate policymakers.1

Expertise and Skills

Smith's areas of expertise include:

• Air Quality Monitoring
• Environmental Health
• Clean and Renewable Energy Advocacy
• Community Engagement
• Policy Advising

He is proficient in multiple languages, including American English, Russian, Hindi, and Urdu, which likely aids in his international work.1

Education

Jeffery Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, Geography, and Russian from the University of Georgia, which he completed between 1983 and 1989.1

Throughout his career, Smith has been cited in numerous publications, with over 2,500 citations to his name, indicating his significant contributions to the field of public health and policy.3