Kuda Chani

Kuda Chani, MD, is an accomplished public health professional with extensive experience in leadership and technical roles across various health organizations. Currently serving as the Country Director at Burnet Institute since February 2022, Kuda Chani leads in-country management and fosters relationships between offices in Papua New Guinea and Melbourne. Previous roles include Public Health Specialist for Abt Associates, where Kuda Chani supported vaccine introduction in Samoa and Tonga, and various consultancy positions focused on health systems strengthening and epidemiological surveillance. With educational credentials including a Master of Public Health and an MBA, Kuda Chani has demonstrated a commitment to improving health systems and addressing communicable diseases, particularly in underserved regions.