Anne Smith
About Anne Smith
Anne Smith serves as the Global Director of Changing The Way We Care at Catholic Relief Services, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience in international development, she has previously held various leadership roles within the organization and at CHF International.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Anne Smith serves as the Global Director for Changing the Way We Care at Catholic Relief Services. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's mission from Baltimore, Maryland. In her current role, she focuses on innovative approaches to care, emphasizing the importance of community-based solutions.
Previous Experience at Catholic Relief Services
Prior to her current role, Anne Smith held several positions at Catholic Relief Services. She was the Senior Advisor for Strategy and Divisional Affairs from 2015 to 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. Before that, she served as the Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality in the Southern Africa Region from 2012 to 2015 in Lusaka, Zambia. Additionally, she worked as the Africa Team Leader/Representative for the Public Resources Group from 2003 to 2006 and as the Country Representative for Burkina Faso and Mali from 2000 to 2003.
Experience at CHF International
Anne Smith worked at CHF International as the Country Director and Chief of Party from 2006 to 2012 in Lusaka, Zambia. In this role, she managed various programs and initiatives aimed at improving community development and resilience in the region.
Educational Background
Anne Smith studied at Earlham College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Management and Psychology. She also attended Westtown School, which provided her with foundational education prior to her college studies.