Dan Rooney
About Dan Rooney
Dan Rooney serves as the Chief of Party and possesses extensive experience in managing multicultural teams in Sub Saharan Africa, along with a strong background in African agriculture.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Dan Rooney serves as the Chief of Party at Catholic Relief Services. In this role, he manages projects and initiatives that focus on improving the lives of communities in Sub Saharan Africa. His extensive experience in managing multicultural teams enhances the effectiveness of the organization's efforts in the region.
Education and Expertise
Dan Rooney holds multiple advanced degrees. He earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained a Master's degree in Economics and International Development from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine from 2004 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, completed from 1996 to 1999.
Background
Dan Rooney has a diverse professional background, including significant roles at the Peace Corps. He served as Associate Director of Small Enterprise Development from 2008 to 2011 and held various leadership positions, including Country Director and Director of Programming and Training from 2014 to 2016. He also worked as a Presidential Management Fellow at the US African Development Foundation from 2006 to 2008.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dan Rooney has demonstrated a strong ability to improve program and administrative metrics across multiple countries. His work in African agriculture and management of multicultural teams has contributed to the success of various initiatives aimed at fostering development in Sub Saharan Africa.