Jagan Chapagain assumed the role of secretary general of the IFRC in February 2020 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland. He has extensive experience and a broad knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. He has spent more than 20 years with IFRC, working across Europe and Asia. Prior to becoming secretary general, he was the under secretary general for programs and operations, chief of staff and director of the Asia-Pacific region. Chapagain holds a degree in engineering and certificates in leadership and management.