Professional Experience:
Transformational international development leader with 20+ years of experience designing and implementing high-impact programs that advance human rights, social justice, and sustainable development. Successfully secured and managed over $20M in funding across corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors, leading multi-million-dollar initiatives that drive systemic change. Adept at fostering cross-sector partnerships, guiding and developing multi-year strategies and leveraging data-driven insights to mitigate risks. Experienced in expanding operations, strengthening governance frameworks, and navigating complex stakeholder landscapes to align mission-driven objectives with financial sustainability. A strategic and results-driven leader with a proven track record of high-level decision-making, crisis management, and policy advocacy.
CORE COMPETENCIES & AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Executive Leadership & Execution
• Strategic Planning
• Program & Project Management
• Business Development & Fundraising
• Budget & Grants Management ($20M+)
• Human Rights Due Diligence
• Gender, Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI)
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
• Private Sector & Government Partnerships
• Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy
• Social & Behavioral Change Communications
• Capacity Strengthening & Organizational Development
• Policy & Governance Advisory