Brian Gleeson
About Brian Gleeson
Brian Gleeson serves as the Deputy Country Representative for Catholic Relief Services in Ethiopia, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in leadership and program management across multiple countries, he has developed strong analytical skills and a proven ability to build effective partnerships in diverse environments.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Brian Gleeson has been serving as the Deputy Country Representative for Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in Ethiopia since 2019. His tenure at CRS spans over two decades, during which he has held various leadership roles. Prior to his current position, he was the Country Representative in Tanzania from 2015 to 2019 and in El Salvador from 2007 to 2010. He also contributed as the Team Leader for the Regional Representation and Advocacy Unit in Baltimore from 2011 to 2013. His earlier roles include Program Manager for Angola and Macedonia, and Country Representative for Sierra Leone.
Education and Expertise
Brian Gleeson holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Economics of Public Policy from Princeton University, where he studied from 1994 to 1996. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics and Political Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, completing his studies from 1989 to 1992. His expertise includes leadership, strategic planning, and personnel management in multicultural environments, supported by strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities.
Background
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Brian Gleeson served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in St. Vincent & The Grenadines from 1996 to 1998. His career at CRS began in 1999, and he has since gained extensive experience working across diverse geographical regions, including Africa, Central America, the Balkans, and the Caribbean. His roles have consistently involved strategic oversight and management in complex settings.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Catholic Relief Services, Brian Gleeson has demonstrated a proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments. He has successfully built durable partnerships and managed programs across multiple countries. His leadership roles have involved strategic planning and advocacy, contributing to the organization's mission in various regions.