I am a global health professional with over ten years of experience in strategic communications, knowledge management, monitoring, evaluation and learning, technical and proposal writing, and program implementation and management. I have worked extensively across a range of health technical areas including COVID-19, family planning, reproductive health, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, water and sanitation, and nutrition. I am passionate about translating complex technical concepts into accessible communications for diverse audiences such as country decision-makers and members of Congress. Over the years, I've produced a wide range of technical and non-technical materials including policy briefs, case studies, reports, videos, and social media content. I hold an MPH from George Washington University and bring strong expertise in supporting USAID and other US government-funded projects with both technical and managerial backstopping.

Andrea Surette

I am a global health professional with over ten years of experience in strategic communications, knowledge management, monitoring, evaluation and learning, technical and proposal writing, and program implementation and management. I have worked extensively across a range of health technical areas including COVID-19, family planning, reproductive health, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, water and sanitation, and nutrition. I am passionate about translating complex technical concepts into accessible communications for diverse audiences such as country decision-makers and members of Congress. Over the years, I've produced a wide range of technical and non-technical materials including policy briefs, case studies, reports, videos, and social media content. I hold an MPH from George Washington University and bring strong expertise in supporting USAID and other US government-funded projects with both technical and managerial backstopping.

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I am a global health professional with over ten years of experience in strategic communications, knowledge management, monitoring, evaluation and learning, technical and proposal writing, and program implementation and management. I have worked extensively across a range of health technical areas including COVID-19, family planning, reproductive health, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, water and sanitation, and nutrition.

I am passionate about translating complex technical concepts into accessible communications for diverse audiences such as country decision-makers and members of Congress. Over the years, I’ve produced a wide range of technical and non-technical materials including policy briefs, case studies, reports, videos, and social media content. I hold an MPH from George Washington University and bring strong expertise in supporting USAID and other US government-funded projects with both technical and managerial backstopping.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Knowledge Management Technical Advisor at FHI 360
January 31, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Led development and implementation of knowledge management initiatives for the USAID Meeting Targets and Maintaining HIV Epidemic Control (EpiC) Project including COVID-19 and Global Health Security portfolios. Produced and disseminated global technical resources, managed creation of online learning management systems and courses, developed SOPs, and created an interactive map of project achievements across 45+ countries. Created a variety of communications products such as fact sheets, webinars, social media content, and project webpages.
Knowledge Management Advisor at Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University
October 31, 2021 - July 18, 2025
Developed and institutionalized project knowledge management practices for the USAID MOMENTUM Project across a consortium of 12 partner organizations. Embedded KM functions into technical and country teams, coached staff on adaptive management and learning principles, managed multiple KM platforms, tracked KM monitoring indicators, managed the MEL team including budgeting and workplan oversight, and communicated project results through presentations and digital content.
Senior Technical Writer at USAID's Flagship Maternal and Child Survival Program
December 31, 2020 - July 18, 2025
Documented and shared program learning for a $560M global health project. Produced a broad range of communication materials including technical and policy briefs, video content, fact sheets, social media posts, and reports. Collaborated closely with USAID and partners to align messaging with Administration priorities and contributed to proposal writing and editing efforts.
Senior Program Officer for Knowledge Dissemination at University Research Company, LLC
December 31, 2017 - July 18, 2025
Provided technical and administrative support for health projects globally. Developed and implemented monitoring, evaluation and learning activities, managed a team of IT consultants for nutrition monitoring, wrote proposals, and drafted assessment reports with policy recommendations.
Program Officer at University Research Company, LLC
April 30, 2017 - July 18, 2025
Supported Tuberculosis, HIV, and Nutrition projects globally through technical, managerial, and administrative work. Managed subcontractors and field teams, tracked budgets, maintained compliance, submitted reports, and analyzed data.
Research Analyst at USAID|Translating Research into Action (TRAction Project)
June 30, 2016 - July 18, 2025
Managed research portfolio focused on improving maternal healthcare quality through performance-based financing. Conducted global literature reviews, developed research protocols, data collection tools, and training materials for studies in Malawi, Senegal, and Mozambique.
Research Assistant at The CDM Group
June 30, 2015 - July 18, 2025
Recruited and retained participants for a nationally representative health study. Developed data collection protocols, cleaned and coded survey data, and responded to participant inquiries.
Knowledge Management Intern at University Research Company, LLC
November 30, 2014 - July 18, 2025
Wrote and edited summaries and policy briefs synthesizing maternal, newborn, and child health research findings.
Graduate Student Assistant at George Washington University School of Public Health
June 30, 2014 - July 18, 2025
Analyzed tobacco control compliance data, wrote manuscripts for publication, and developed qualitative interview guides adapting CDC HIV interventions for developing country contexts.
Executive Assistant at Bank Information Center
July 31, 2013 - July 18, 2025
Facilitated multi-agency meetings discussing multilateral development bank projects, and planned capacity-building visits for international partners and civil society organizations.

Education

Master of Public Health at The George Washington University
July 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration at James Madison University
January 1, 2006 - May 31, 2010

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education