Research Associate

Jem Gorospe is a public health professional with over a decade of experience across Asia, the Pacific, and Africa. Her expertise spans Universal Health Coverage (UHC), primary health care, health equity, health security, and health financing. With extensive experience in programme management across multinational organizations. Jem has worked with international organizations, including the Asian Development Bank, the World Health Organization, and USAID, leading projects focused on policy development, health financing, and strategic purchasing. Jem is also a registered pharmacist.

She currently manages the Southeast Asia Regional Collaborative for Health (SEARCH).

When she’s not working, you’ll find her powering through Pilates, wandering around new neighbourhoods in search of hidden gems and delicious eats, trying different sports or lounging by the beach.