Carolina Castrillo
About Carolina Castrillo
Carolina Castrillo serves as the Chief of Party at Catholic Relief Services, a position she has held since 2016. With extensive experience in various leadership roles, she has worked with organizations such as Oxfam America, SHARE Foundation, and the Central American Resource Center.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Carolina Castrillo serves as the Chief of Party at Catholic Relief Services, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects and initiatives within the organization. Her extensive experience in leadership and program management contributes to the effectiveness of the programs implemented by Catholic Relief Services.
Previous Experience at Catholic Relief Services
Before her current role, Carolina Castrillo worked at Catholic Relief Services as the Deputy Country Representative from 2004 to 2008. During this four-year tenure, she played a key role in managing operations and ensuring the successful implementation of programs aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable populations.
Career at Oxfam America
Carolina Castrillo was the Regional Director at Oxfam America from 2008 to 2016. In this capacity, she managed regional programs and coordinated efforts to address issues related to poverty and social justice. Her leadership during this period contributed to Oxfam's mission of alleviating suffering and promoting sustainable development.
Education and Expertise
Carolina Castrillo studied at Harvard Kennedy School, where she earned a master's degree from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, she completed her bachelor's degree at Central America University in 1995. She has been studying at Universidad de El Salvador since 1998, further enhancing her knowledge and expertise in her field.
Early Career at CARECEN and Share Foundation
Carolina Castrillo began her career as the Executive Director at the Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) in San Francisco, California, from 1988 to 1991. Following this role, she worked as the Project and Technical Assistance Program Coordinator at Share Foundation from 1991 to 1993. These early experiences laid the foundation for her future work in non-profit management and community development.