Public Health Insights: Harnessing Intelligence for Collaborative Disease Surveillance

Mr. Ayman Badr is an international manager with a proven track record managing global teams in both the humanitarian and private sector. As the Head of the Project Management Office at the World Health Organization (WHO), he leads a multidisciplinary team to drive surveillance and public health intelligence strategic priorities through the systematic use of project management practices. During his time at WHO, Ayman has also led the Health Emergencies Digital Program, successfully delivering digital solutions related to disease surveillance, contact tracing, emergency operations and country preparedness. 

Prior to joining WHO, Ayman worked for the United Nations Office of Project Services (UNOPS), implementing projects in various locations including the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Afghanistan, Haiti, and Myanmar. He was also a Project Management Practice Advisor for UNOPS in their HQ office in Copenhagen.  

He holds a master’s in business administration, international diploma in humanitarian assistance as well as several industry certifications that cover traditional project management, agile disciplines, portfolio management, and design thinking.