James Laud Quarshie
About James Laud Quarshie
James Laud Quarshie serves as the Chief of Party for the DRC DFAP at Catholic Relief Services, where he leads a $54 million program aimed at reducing food insecurity in the Kasais region. He holds a Master of Science from the University of Hohenheim and has extensive experience in stakeholder collaboration and program management.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
James Laud Quarshie has served as the Chief of Party for the DRC DFAP program at Catholic Relief Services since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring high levels of visibility and collaboration with key stakeholders, including government officials and research institutions. He leads the implementation of a $54 million program aimed at reducing food insecurity and vulnerability in the Kasais region. Quarshie focuses on enhancing household and community assets while addressing unequal structures and systems as part of the program's objectives.
Education and Expertise
James Laud Quarshie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from the University for Development Studies, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education at the University of Hohenheim, earning a Master of Science degree from 2001 to 2003. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in agricultural practices and development, which he applies in his current role at Catholic Relief Services.
Background
James Laud Quarshie has a background in agricultural development and program management. He has worked extensively in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, focusing on food security and community resilience. His experience includes coordinating the distribution of commodities in accordance with U.S. Government and Catholic Relief Services policies and procedures, ensuring effective program delivery.
Achievements
In his role as Chief of Party, James Laud Quarshie leads a significant program with a budget of $54 million aimed at addressing food insecurity in the Kasais region. He ensures effective consortium management by leveraging the strengths of various partners to promote program integration and holistic service provision. His leadership contributes to the program's goals of enhancing community assets and reducing vulnerability among households.