Anna Meltzer (Cheltsova) Email & Phone Number

Arlington, Va, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Arlington, Virginia, United States

• Provide technical assistance to USAID missions with implementation and scale-up of TB contact investigation efforts and strengthening data/monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework of the global USAID TB portfolio across all USAID-supported countries.• Support USAID Missions with new TB projects design process and drafting key reporting materials: Performance Plan and Report (PPR), Annual USAID Accelerators to Stop TB presentation, and USAID TB Roadmap.

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Led and oversaw the development and implementation of USAID health programming in Uzbekistan in collaboration with the Government of Uzbekistan, World Health Organization (WHO), Global Fund, UN organizations, international development banks, and other stakeholders.Provided expert advice, technical leadership, and coordination in the conceptual design, development and implementation of USAID/Central Asia and USAID/Uzbekistan health activities as well as monitoring the progress of these activities, including over $9.5 million in COVID-19 assistance to Uzbekistan and $6 million of annual TB programming. Liaised with officials from the Government of Uzbekistan, U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan, USAID/Washington, U.S. Department of State/EUR-ACE Office, local and international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), institutional contractors, PIOs, and international donor organizations on issues related to health programs.Led the USAID Uzbekistan Country Office (UCO) and later the USAID/Uzbekistan mission health portfolio of over 12 activities and supervised local staff responsible for such activities.Coordinated health programming procurement planning including serving as a liaison on procurement issues with USAID/CA’s Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA) and technical offices.Worked closely with the OAA to participate in design teams for the development of scopes of work (SOW) and/or program descriptions (PDs) for new activities, project assessments, evaluations and implementation efforts. Serve as an activity manager of five USAID health projects in Uzbekistan.USAID Asia Bureau Superior Honor Award, June 2021U.S. Department of State Extra Mile Award, June 2021USAID Central Asia On The Spot Award, September 2020U.S. Department of State Meritorious Honor Awards, June 2020, and June 2019

Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic

Led outreach and communications efforts for USAID programs in the Kyrgyz Republic to amplify the positive impact of USAID’s programs as a catalyst of socio-economic development of the country.Managed the development, implementation, and evaluation of annual strategic communications plan across 26 projects. Produced and maintained key communication materials for key audiences in the country and in the U.S.Coordinated public, press events, and other outreach efforts with the host government, civil society, media, U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section, USAID’s Legislative Public Affairs Bureau and Asia Bureau, and other interagency and implementing partners.U.S. Department of State Meritorious Honor Award, December 2016U.S. Department of State Meritorious Honor Group Award, June 2017USAID Kyrgyz Republic On The Spot Award, July 2017U.S. Department of State Extra Mile Award, August 2017U.S. Department of State Cash Performance Award, June 2018

Lanham, Md

Led several HCDI health care initiatives and supported project management office with project design and implementation, including communication and diverse stakeholders engagement strategy development and implementation, which resulted in successful project outcomes.

Tbilisi, Georgia

• Researched and analyzed aspects of the Georgian healthcare and health insurance system. Contributed to the final report presented at a national conference.• Led proposal writing and successfully secured funds in international grant assistance for urgent public health needs from USAID implementing partners and WDF.• Led two projects, including implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, in close coordination with senior host government officials, international NGOs and donors.• Prepared quarterly and semiannual reports to donors including financial reports.• Worked with local NGOs to strengthen organizational structure and capacity.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Designed, managed, and analyzed databases tracking a community-based blood pressure (BP) randomized trial. Presented BP study at American Heart Association research conference.• Researched studies and created database to evaluate cost-effectiveness assessment of Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) programs in Africa and SEA.

Fairfax, Va

• Participated in key stages of capital improvement program; developed proposal to evaluate the built environment of hospital’s main building.• Provided research support and participated in innovation improvement project.• Developed business plan and communication strategies to expand the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), leading to improvement in patient care.• Evaluated workflow in neonatal unit; presented recommendations to executive team.• Participated in a sustainability and waste management Inova's Going Green project.

Moscow, Russian Federation

• Conducted lectures and practical training sessions.• Advised/support students on thesis research.• Researched and translated international studies on nursing education development and nursing care standards improvement.

• Supervised staff of 15 nurses and managed operations of medical, pharmacy, and laboratory departments employing 30 professionals in one of Moscow’s leading international medical clinics.• Led clinic’s budgeting, personnel and administrative processes. Managed staff recruitment, orientation, training, performance appraisals, and customer service. Achieved 100% compliance with international standards during annual audits.• Introduced new policies and procedures to ensure clinic’s standards and efficiency; implemented Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program.• Organized and led multifocal clinic training programs for nurses and clinic staff.• Enhanced Infection Control program, including for TB, SARS and Avian Flu.• Strengthened occupational screening programs (TB screening, alcohol and drug use). • Successfully lead EHR implementation, creating interface for nursing data input.• Managed nursing escort teams for medical evacuation trips between Russia and other Eurasian countries and Europe.

Moscow, Russian Federation

• Managed staff of 10 nurses in the clinic and international nursing escort flight teams. Managed nursing department’s financial and human resources.• Expanded professional training program for nurses and patient education programs and outreach.• Promoted to Patient Services Manager.

Master Of Health Services Administration, Graduate Certificate In Global Health, Healthcare Systems

Activities and Societies: Upsilon Phi Delta Honor Society, ISCOPESReceived Phi Delta Gamma Scholarship for 2009-2010 academic year

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Healthcare Management In Nursing

Graduation Thesis titled “Nurse-Manager’s Role in Advancing Quality in Out-Patient Care” MASHAV Scholarship (six week seminar in Nursing.

Physician Assistant, General Practice

Activities and Societies: Member of volleyball teamGraduated with Honors Diploma (4.0 GPA)