Erin Lacroix
About Erin Lacroix
Erin Lacroix serves as the Head of Office at Catholic Relief Services in Baltimore, Maryland, a position she has held since 2017. With a background in emergency response, disaster risk reduction, and international development, she possesses extensive experience in child protection and project management.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Erin Lacroix has served as the Head of Office at Catholic Relief Services since 2017, overseeing operations in Baltimore, Maryland. Prior to this role, she was a Program Manager for Emergency Response and Disaster Risk Reduction from 2015 to 2017, where she focused on managing critical projects. Earlier in her career at the organization, she worked as an International Development Fellow from 2014 to 2015, contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving community resilience.
Education and Expertise
Erin Lacroix holds a Master of Arts in Management and International Development from the School for International Training, which she completed from 2009 to 2010. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Ithaca College, graduating in 2005. Her educational background supports her extensive skill set in strategic planning, project design, implementation, and financial management.
Background
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Erin Lacroix worked in various capacities in the non-profit sector. She was the Country Manager at Sisha Anti-trafficking and Exploitation in Cambodia from 2010 to 2014, where she managed programs aimed at combating trafficking. Additionally, she held roles at World Learning and Accion, further developing her expertise in resource coordination and development.
Achievements
Erin Lacroix possesses advanced skills in intercultural leadership, staff management, and mentoring. She is recognized for her effectiveness in collaborating with partners, donors, and various organizations, including inter-governmental ministries and NGOs. Her extensive experience in child protection and disaster risk reduction, particularly in Southeast Asia, underscores her commitment to humanitarian efforts.