Glynnis Cummings John
About Glynnis Cummings John
Glynnis Cummings John serves as the Head of Programming at Catholic Relief Services in Sierra Leone, a position she has held since 2021. She previously worked as the Head of Hub at Restless Development and was a Steering Committee Member at the Open Government Partnership.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Glynnis Cummings John currently serves as the Head of Programming at Catholic Relief Services. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in Sierra Leone. In her role, she oversees various programming initiatives aimed at improving community welfare and development. Her leadership focuses on implementing effective strategies that align with the organization's mission to assist those in need.
Previous Experience at Restless Development
Before her current role, Glynnis worked at Restless Development as the Head of Hub from 2019 to 2021. During her two-year tenure in Sierra Leone, she managed programs that engaged young people in development initiatives. Her work contributed to enhancing the organization's impact in the region.
Involvement with Open Government Partnership
Glynnis served as a Steering Committee Member for the Open Government Partnership from 2019 to 2020. In this capacity, she participated in discussions and decisions that aimed to promote transparency and accountability in governance. Her involvement supported the organization's objectives of fostering open and responsive government practices.
Education and Expertise
Glynnis holds a Master of Science degree in Children, Youth, and International Development from Birkbeck School of Social Sciences, History and Philosophy. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in understanding the complexities of youth development and international aid. Her education informs her approach to programming and policy development in her current and previous roles.