Jessica Bateman
About Jessica Bateman
Jessica Bateman is a Senior Technical Quality Coordinator with over a decade of experience at Catholic Relief Services, where she has worked in both Baltimore, Maryland, and Chipata, Zambia. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Public Health from the same institution.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Jessica Bateman has been employed at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) since 2013. She initially served as an International Development Fellow for 11 months before transitioning to her current role as Nutrition Technical Quality Coordinator. In this capacity, she has worked for 11 years in Baltimore, Maryland, and has also held the position of Senior Technical Quality Coordinator for 10 years in Chipata, North-Western Zambia. Her roles at CRS focus on enhancing the quality of nutrition programs and ensuring effective implementation of international development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Bateman holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, which she completed from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health from the same institution between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, she has studied at Makerere University and Thammasat University. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in public health and international development, contributing to her expertise in nutrition and quality coordination.
Background
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Jessica Bateman gained experience in various roles related to agriculture and education. She worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2010 to 2011. In 2006, she served as an International Intern with the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service for three months. Additionally, she was a Sustainable Agriculture Extensionist with the Peace Corps in 2007 for nine months. These positions provided her with practical skills and insights into sustainable practices and community engagement.
Professional Experience
Jessica Bateman's professional experience spans over a decade in international development and nutrition. She has held multiple roles at Catholic Relief Services, focusing on technical quality coordination. Her previous positions, including her time with the USDA and the Peace Corps, have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of agricultural practices and public health initiatives. This diverse background supports her current responsibilities in developing and implementing effective nutrition programs.