Nesia Mahenge (She / Her)

Executive Leader in Global Development, Inclusive Policy and Sustainable Transformation A purpose-driven visionary strategist with over 20 years of transformative leadership across health, education, climate resilience, sustainable energy, governance, and economic development. I bring a rare combination of policy influence, programmatic innovation, and strategic diplomacy, with a mission to build inclusive, sustainable systems that leave no one behind. My work spans multi-sectoral development in fragile and transitioning contexts, driving complex initiatives that align national priorities with international commitments, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Paris Climate Agreement, and UNCRPD. I am known for advancing disability and social inclusion, fostering climate-smart health and education systems, and integrating gender equity, accountability, and resilience into large-scale programmes. I have led initiatives across inclusive education, nutrition, WASH, public health, clean energy access, and livelihoods, applying evidence-based approaches, research, and innovation to tackle systemic barriers. From advising policy reforms to negotiating stakeholder alignment, I deliver impact that is socially just, environmentally sustainable, and economically viable. My strength lies in bridging community-level realities with global frameworks — translating diplomacy and strategy into results for the most marginalised. I bring deep expertise in public-private partnerships, development finance, climate adaptation, and governance strengthening. As a trusted advisor and implementer, I have built strategic collaborations with the United Nations (UNICEF, UNDP, UNFPA, UN Women, UNITAID, WHO, UNESCO), World Bank, Wellcome Trust, and leading bilateral donors including USAID, EU, FCDO, IrishAid, BMZ, and Global Fund. I’ve influenced policy dialogue across ministries, multilateral platforms, and regional bodies, shaping inclusive, forward-looking national agendas. a) Strategic Leadership and Institutional Governance b) Health Systems Strengthening and Nutrition Policy c) Disability and Social Inclusion across Sectors d) Sustainable Education and Digital Inclusion e) Climate Change Adaptation and Clean Energy Access f) Development Financing and Resource Mobilisation g) Public Policy, Advocacy and Legislative Engagement h) Economic Diplomacy and Political Strategy i) Public-Private Partnerships and Innovation Ecosystems j) Fragile Contexts, Crisis Response and Localisation