Emily Drummer
About Emily Drummer
Emily Drummer serves as the Chief of Party for the Food For Education Program at Catholic Relief Services, where she has worked since 2014. She manages program budgets, plans joint visits to rural schools, and collaborates with educational ministries to enhance community-based education.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Emily Drummer has been serving as the Chief of Party for the Food For Education Program at Catholic Relief Services since 2014. In this role, she is responsible for planning joint visits to rural schools and procuring essential materials such as teaching kits and classroom winterization supplies. Drummer manages program budgets and ensures compliance with organizational and grant stipulations. Her work focuses on enhancing educational opportunities in underserved areas.
Previous Experience at Peace Corps
Emily Drummer worked at the Peace Corps from 2006 to 2011, where she held multiple roles. Initially, she served as a Small Business Development Consultant and Entrepreneurship Education Volunteer from 2006 to 2008. She then transitioned to the position of Small Business Development Project Specialist from 2008 to 2011. In these roles, she contributed to community development initiatives and supported local entrepreneurs.
Education and Expertise
Emily Drummer earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Spanish, and Geography from Carthage College, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in International Affairs from Marquette University, where she studied from 2011 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in program management and community development.
Community Engagement and Training Initiatives
In her current role, Emily Drummer has aided in planning workshops aimed at training community teachers in effective classroom management techniques and Ministry of Education materials. She has collaborated with the Afghan Ministry of Education to implement a community-based education model, demonstrating her commitment to improving educational practices and community involvement.
Prior Role at Journey House, Inc.
Before her tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Emily Drummer worked as a Community Integration and Program Specialist at Journey House, Inc. from 2011 to 2013. In this position, she focused on community development and integration programs, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting individuals and families in need.