About

I am a conflict, peacebuilding and governance specialist with 20 years’ experience spanning INGO programme management, consulting and work with the UN in diverse regions. In recent staff positions I have served as Director of Programmes for International Alert, and Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding Specialist with UNDP based in Istanbul.

As a consultant, I support clients in delivering quality research and policy outputs. I also facilitate and ‘hold the pen’ in processes designing programmes and interventions in fragile and conflict-affected settings that are geared towards tackling root causes of division and mistrust. I provide gender and conflict-sensitivity advice. I work well both independently and collaboratively, bringing a strong analytical outlook and writing skills as well as organisational and delivery experience, enabling me to quickly dive into different settings, yielding fresh and creative insights. Recent clients include UNDP, Folke Bernadotte Academy, Interpeace and the UK Government.