A UNAIDS spokesperson says the search for the next executive director will be discussed by the board during its meeting later this month.
Devex news story
Winnie Byanyima’s time as executive director of UNAIDS is coming to an end, but there’s no clarity yet on who will succeed her and lead the embattled agency.
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres appointed Byanyima to the position in 2019. Her contract ends in December, and she’s not seeking a renewal, according to a UNAIDS spokesperson. Guterres’ term as U.N. secretary-general also ends in December.
Byanyima’s departure has been rumored for months, and a post on X in December last year hinted at retirement.
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Source : Devex
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