Kanyanta Sunkutu

Kanyanta Sunkutu is a skilled public health specialist, boasting over 16 years of experience across district, national, and international levels.

His expertise lies in public health programming, planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating projects in various sectors including public, international NGOs, and the UN System.

He is adept at managing diverse funding mechanisms and donor agencies like the Global Fund and the private sector, showcasing strong financial acumen.

Kanyanta has a proven track record of fostering strategic partnerships with Regional Economic Communities (RECs) to streamline reproductive health commodity quality assurance systems in East and Southern Africa.

His adaptability and eagerness to embrace new challenges are evident in his initiatives to introduce innovation into the UNFPA and drive evidence-informed decision-making through data analysis.

Educationally, he holds a diverse range of qualifications including a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Leeds, a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from the University of Zambia, and a medical degree with honors from the University of Zambia's School of Medicine.

His professional journey includes roles such as Technical Specialist - RHCS and former Programme Specialist at the United Nations Population Fund, as well as prior positions at WHO, World Vision Zambia, and Ndola Central Hospital.