TIERRA HATFIELD
Nairobi
Summary
Strategic Program Manager with 6+ years of experience leading multi-million-dollar initiatives across Africa and the Middle East, specializing in operational efficiency, risk management, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to optimize processes, drive sustainable growth, and manage cross-functional teams in complex environments. Adept at stakeholder engagement and financial oversight to deliver high-impact solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager, Field Operations and Program Effectiveness, East Africa
DT GLOBAL
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Optimized operations and risk management for multi-million-dollar projects across East Africa, ensuring compliance and resource efficiency.
- Developed project management tools to enhance stakeholder coordination and data-driven decision-making across diverse funding (USAID, FCDO, UN, EU, Private Sector).
- Led USAID program start-up, closeout, and business transformation initiatives, driving impact and operational excellence.
Program Manager, Conflict Prevention, Transition & Stabilization
DT GLOBAL
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed a $12M portfolio across six countries, ensuring financial oversight, risk management, and compliance.
- Led strategic planning and execution, optimizing resources, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decisions.
- Supported business development through proposal writing, budget forecasting, and performance tracking.
Senior Program Associate, Crisis & Governance
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed a $22M M&E project, overseeing budgeting, logistics, and compliance for 25 global partners.
- Optimized performance by streamlining workflows, mitigating risks, and ensuring quality deliverables.
- Led training and field missions, enhancing stakeholder collaboration and data-driven decision-making.
Program Associate, Crisis & Governance
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed operations for a $24M monitoring and learning project, overseeing logistics, procurement, and compliance across multiple global partners.
- Enhanced data quality and reporting, collaborating with field teams to improve monitoring tools and decision-making in complex environments.
Intern, Emergency Assistance Program
FREEDOM HOUSE
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Managed project documentation, coordinated meetings, and organized conferences.
- Drafted quarterly reports on human rights abuses and donor-focused emergency assistance updates.
Education
Master of Arts - Conflict Resolution & Global Human Development
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
Washington, DC05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Global Politics
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF ROME
Rome, Italy05.2017
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Performance Measurement & M&E
- Financial & Risk Management
- Strategic Partnerships & Growth
- Stakeholder & Cross-Sector Collaboration
Research Fellowships
- Georgetown University, Berkley Center – Research Assistant (2021)
Led social justice research, designing surveys, analyzing data, and publishing findings. - UN World Food Programme – Graduate Research Fellow (2021)
Conducted strategic analysis on Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus, advising on conflict sensitivity & program impact.
Languages
English
Native language
Italian
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Program Manager, Field Operations and Program Effectiveness, East Africa
DT GLOBAL
10.2023 - 02.2025
Program Manager, Conflict Prevention, Transition & Stabilization
DT GLOBAL
06.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Program Associate, Crisis & Governance
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
05.2019 - 07.2020
Program Associate, Crisis & Governance
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & TECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
09.2017 - 05.2019
Intern, Emergency Assistance Program
FREEDOM HOUSE
06.2016 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Conflict Resolution & Global Human Development
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Global Politics
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF ROME
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