Stephan Guertin

Driven and creative international development manager with technical expertise in democracy, human rights, and governance and experience managing programs in Asia and Africa as a donor and an implementer. Strong analytical thinker with an excellent record of successful project design, persuasive technical writing, and compelling public speaking. Field mission experience in conflict zones, transitional contexts, and humanitarian emergencies. Passionate about thinking through complex problems with the people they impact to design programs that promote positive change, foster equality and fairness, and pave the way towards a better future. ================ * Led the design of democracy, human rights, and governance activities to strengthen rule of law, combat trafficking in persons, support free and fair elections, and empower women and marginalized groups * Managed the operational and financial aspects of more than $100 million in development programming, including as a donor administrator at USAID and as an implementing partner * Steered teams and projects through transformational crises including the West Africa Ebola epidemic, the coronavirus pandemic and associated lockdowns, and a destructive fire * Received numerous U.S. Embassy and USAID awards for exceptional achievements designing innovative programs, advancing diplomatic goals, and providing leadership beyond official duties * Developed strong and adaptable management and communications skills during nearly seven years spent working abroad in field offices or embassies in Afghanistan, Liberia, and Nepal