Alan Cairns

Alan Cairns is an experienced professional with a robust background in health economics, public finance, and governance, currently serving as a member of the Technical Review Panel for The Global Fund and as Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee for the Pacific Community-SPC. With a diverse portfolio that includes roles as a senior consultant for the World Bank and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, as well as research associate at the National Research Institute in Papua New Guinea, Cairns has contributed to significant projects across the Asia and Pacific regions. Alan's extensive expertise is further demonstrated through leadership positions with the Asian Development Bank and previous engagements evaluating health service financing in Nepal. Cairns holds a Master of Science in Public Policy & Management from SOAS University of London, is a Chartered Accountant, and possesses a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance from Manukau Institute of Technology.