Elvira Rajoo
About Elvira Rajoo
Elvira Rajoo is a Global Learning and Development Manager at Catholic Relief Services, leveraging over 20 years of experience in human resources and organizational development. She has previously held senior roles at World Vision, focusing on people and organizational capability, and has a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and Development from Regent University.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Elvira Rajoo serves as the Global Learning and Development Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2023. In this role, she collaborates with senior executives, regional directors, and HR leaders to identify and address learning and development needs within the organization. Her focus is on enhancing the capabilities of staff to support the mission of the organization.
Previous Experience at World Vision
Elvira Rajoo has extensive experience at World Vision, where she held several key positions. From 2022 to 2023, she worked as a Senior Global Advisor in People & Organizational Capability, focusing on Global People & Culture in a remote capacity. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Global Advisor in Organizational Development, Change & Talent Management from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she was the People and Culture Director from 2015 to 2018 in Mongolia, and earlier, she worked as a Senior Child Sponsorship, Child Protection and Anti-trafficking Officer from 2004 to 2007 in Albania.
Education and Expertise
Elvira Rajoo holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and Development from Regent University, which she completed from 2010 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language from Universiteti Teknologjik 'Ismail Qemal Vlora' between 1996 and 2000. Her educational background supports her expertise in change management, talent management, team effectiveness, and performance management.
Global Experience and Skills
With over 20 years of experience in human resources, learning and development, and organizational development, Elvira Rajoo has lived, worked, and consulted in various countries. This experience has provided her with a deep understanding of global and cross-cultural dynamics. She is also a certified SLII Leadership trainer, which enhances her ability to develop leadership skills and improve team effectiveness.