Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira

Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira is a distinguished professional acknowledged as one of the 20 emerging or senior leaders in global HIV prevention by the UNAIDS et. Al Catalysts for Change Initiative.

In terms of education, Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira pursued a Master's degree in International Affairs from Carleton University and a Bachelor's degree with first-class Honors in Political Science and French from Dalhousie University.

With an impressive professional background, Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira has held key positions in various renowned organizations. Currently, Mwansa serves as the Senior Advisor for Prevention and Behavioral Interventions at JSI under the USAID DISCOVER-Health project.

Prior to this role, Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira worked as the Regional HIV Programme Officer focusing on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) at UNESCO. Additionally, Mwansa has served as the National Coordinator for the SRH-HIV linkages Programme at UNFPA.

Furthermore, Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira's vast experience includes a directorial position at Development Data Zambia, a role as the Gender & HIV Specialist at UNAIDS-Zambia, and a tenure as the Special Assistant to the UN Special Envoy on AIDS in Africa at the Office of UN Special Envoy on HIV & AIDS in Africa.

Among other prominent roles, Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira has contributed as the Africa Regional Programme Adviser at World AIDS Campaign, the Strategic Programme Adviser at Youth Vision Zambia, and the HIV Programme Coordinator at TakingITGlobal.

Mwansa Njelesani-Kaira's multifaceted career showcases a deep commitment to HIV prevention, SRHR, and gender issues, demonstrating extensive expertise across various sectors in the field of public health and international affairs.