A seasoned development leader with 23 years of experience driving economic growth and sustainable development initiatives across diverse regions. Demonstrated success in applying high-level policy dialogues, strategic communication, media engagement, and innovative stakeholder engagement to influence reforms and achieve development results in interdisciplinary environments. Proven ability to build and inspire large, diverse teams while fostering innovation and excellence to deliver high-quality outcomes. Proficient at integrating global knowledge into regional strategies and advancing socio-economic progress through evidence-based approaches and strategic partnerships. A lifelong learner, Dr. Magdaline Nkando holds a PhD in Management (Leadership and Organization Change); MSc in Organizational Development; and a BSc in Information Sciences. She practices in the field of Change Management, Knowledge Management & Development Communications. Dr. Nkando has served in senior management and consulting positions in international development for 15 consecutive years, 9 of them in multilateral development banks including 6 years at the African Development Bank (AfDB) and 3 years at the World Bank Group, and as a Regional Knowledge Manager - AFRICA for 5.5 years at the Crown Agents for Oversea Governments & Administrations. In the World Bank and the AfDB, Magdaline has had the privilege of working on a variety of projects across sectors including change management, independent development evaluations, organizational development, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), water and sanitation, environment, irrigation, and climate investment funds.
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