Vanessa is currently leading efforts on regulatory and policy reforms within the African Medicines Regulatory Harmonisation (AMRH) Programme at AUDA-NEPAD. Her primary focus involves implementing advocacy initiatives for the adoption of legislative frameworks aimed at enhancing the regulation of medical products across African Union Member States. She also oversees country support initiatives under the AMRH, focusing on the execution of institutional development plans by national medicines regulatory authorities. With over 16 years of experience, Vanessa has held various positions specialising in policy advocacy, communication and project management across diverse sectors including health.