Our Structure
The Center of Excellence for Surveillance Monitoring Evaluation and Learning of Health Programs (CESMEL Health) is a pioneering institution dedicated to transforming health outcomes in countries in Africa.
Our mission is to empower local health experts and foster innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of our region.
CESMEL Health is a registered nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status in Maryland, USA. We are setting up branches in Kenya to serve as a hub for East Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to serve Central Africa, and Burkina Faso to cover West Africa.
Our main operations are in Africa, with low-cost operations in the USA to facilitate engagement with funders and partners.
Mission
To advance the science of delivering timely and high-quality information and evidence, guiding the effective implementation of health programs to improve population health across Africa through the development of individual and institutional expertise.
Vision
To become a globally recognized center of excellence and the foremost resource for thought leadership, methodological innovations, and capacity strengthening in surveillance, monitoring, evaluation, and learning (SMEL).
Values
Excellence: We are dedicated to high standards and integrity in our work, delivering impactful and sustainable health solutions.
Innovation: We are leaders in developing and implementing innovative health program monitoring, evaluation, and learning approaches tailored to Africa’s unique needs.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of partnership, working with national, regional, and global stakeholders to achieve sustainable health improvements.
Empowerment: We empower local health leaders and professionals to transform sub-Saharan Africa into a global powerhouse of health solutions.
Equity: We promote fairness and inclusivity, ensuring all individuals have access to the necessary health resources and opportunities.
Integrity: We conduct our work with transparency and honesty, ensuring trust and accountability in all our endeavors
Research
We develop and test new tools and models to improve methods for SMEL, enhancing the effectiveness of health interventions.
Training and capacity building
We facilitate internships, short courses, and collaborative Master’s and Ph.D. programs to build expertise in SMEL.
dissemination and use of evidence
We ensure that evidence generated is used to inform policy and practice, increasing accountability and improving program performance.
support for health programs
We provide technical assistance in various health areas, from infectious diseases to non-communicable diseases and neglected tropical diseases.
data protection and cybersecurity
We prioritize the protection of health data and cybersecurity to foster the development of secure digital health solutions and artificial intelligence.
Shifting the Paradigm in Global Health
Shifting the paradigm to ensure African experts lead in shaping health research, policies, and practices relevant to their contexts.
Strengthening Local Expertise
Developing sustainable capacities and skills among African experts and institutions.
Promoting Leadership and Innovation
Ensuring that sub-Saharan Africa is not only a participant but a leader in global health.
Infectious Disease Epidemiologist & Global Health Expert
Executive Director, Centre for Health Research and Training (CHaRT-Sierra Leone)
They also focus on training and capacity building through partnerships with universities, offering internships, courses, and workshops to develop local expertise.
They engage stakeholders with research findings to inform policy and practice, ultimately increasing accountability and program performance.
The Centre prioritizes data protection and cybersecurity by implementing robust frameworks and training programs to ensure the security and reliability of health information while using emerging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence across all program areas.
Through resource sharing, capacity building, and data and evidence use, CESMEL Health seeks to drive system-wide improvements and create sustainable health solutions, positioning itself as a leader in global health, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
John Doe
Designation John Doe
Designation
John Doe
Designation