Easter Olwanda is a highly accomplished and dedicated policy researcher with 14 years of experience. She has Master of Public Health -MPH (Epidemiology and Population Health) and MSc. Health Economics and Policy and BSc. Biomedical Science and Technology. Her passion lies in developing evidence-based solutions, and leveraging on research and evidence to drive positive change in healthcare service delivery and shaping the future of healthcare policies and practice. She possesses a deep understanding of different evidence synthesis methodologies, including systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and rapid reviews. Her expertise in evidence synthesis has also allowed her to systematically review and analyze a wide range of research studies, consolidating evidence to inform policy and practice. She has made significant contributions to the field by synthesizing and analyzing complex bodies of evidence to inform decision-making and advance knowledge. 

Easter also has extensive experience in economic evaluation for health interventions and has actively participated in assessing the cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit analysis of various healthcare programs, enabling policymakers and stakeholders to make informed decisions regarding resource allocation. In addition, she has played a vital role in conducting health technology assessments and evaluating the cost-effectiveness, and broader societal impact of innovative healthcare technologies and interventions. Her proficiency in resource tracking and costing has been instrumental in estimating the economic and financial implications of healthcare initiatives and facilitating budget planning and management of healthcare resources. 

Easter has successfully collaborated with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, healthcare providers, and communities. Her ability to foster partnerships and engage stakeholders has contributed to the successful implementation of evidence-based interventions and policies. Easter has authored or co-authored numerous publications, presenting research findings in a clear and concise manner. She is adept at manuscript preparation and submission, ensuring high-quality publications that contribute to the dissemination of research findings and the advancement of knowledge. Throughout her career, Easter has been committed to evidence-based decision-making and has made substantial contributions to the field of health systems and policy research.