Karina Rapposelli
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in public health policy and program management. Skilled in coaching teams and overseeing financial planning, enhancing operational efficiency while directing complex initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director for Policy
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Atlanta, GA
12.2009 - Current
- Developed and submitted $12.3 billion funding proposal for a hepatitis C treatment initiative, introduced in the Senate in 2025.
- Managed interdisciplinary teams in planning and deploying public health initiatives targeting key population health challenges.
- Managed specific program budget development processes, resulting in increased appropriations for the program.
- Directed strategic planning sessions, aligning organizational goals with health outcomes.
- Supervised teams of up to 10 personnel, ensuring effective performance management and execution of improvement training programs.
Foreign Affairs Officer
US State Department
Washington, DC
06.2005 - 12.2009
- Oversaw preparation of detailed congressional budget notifications related to President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a multi-billion dollar initiative.
- Facilitated strategic negotiations with multiple federal agencies and partner countries to ensure effective planning and implementation of PEPFAR programs.
- Engaged with White House leadership to pinpoint avenues for strengthening program effectiveness and long-term viability in PEPFAR regions.
Public Health Analyst
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Atlanta, GA
03.1998 - 06.2005
- Analyzed public health data to identify trends and inform policy recommendations.
- Developed comprehensive reports on disease outbreaks to guide public health responses.
- Conducted evaluations of health programs, improving effectiveness through strategic insights.
Education
Master of Science - Epidemiology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, INSkills
- Project management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
Languages
French
Elementary
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Associate Director for Policy
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
12.2009 - Current
Foreign Affairs Officer
US State Department
06.2005 - 12.2009
Public Health Analyst
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
03.1998 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Epidemiology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington