Joanna Dadié
About Joanna Dadié
Joanna Dadié serves as the Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality in the Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia (EMECA) region at Catholic Relief Services, a position she has held since 2017. With extensive experience in health, nutrition, and emergency relief programs, she has previously worked at Concern Worldwide and GOAL Global, and has held senior management roles across several African countries.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Joanna Dadié serves as the Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality in the Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia (EMECA) region at Catholic Relief Services. She has held this position since 2017, working from Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. In this role, she focuses on enhancing program quality across various initiatives, including health and nutrition, resilience, and emergency relief programs. Her extensive experience in managing programs in diverse contexts contributes to the organization's mission of improving lives and fostering sustainable development.
Previous Experience at Concern Worldwide
Prior to her current role, Joanna Dadié worked at Concern Worldwide as the Programmes Director from 2009 to 2017. During her eight years in Niger, she was responsible for overseeing various programs aimed at improving health, nutrition, and social protection. Her leadership in these initiatives helped to address critical needs in the region, contributing to the organization's overall goals of alleviating poverty and enhancing resilience among vulnerable populations.
Education and Expertise
Joanna Dadié holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Studies from Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in International Relations from Dublin City University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2009. Her academic background equips her with a solid foundation in management and international affairs, which supports her extensive experience in program management and strategic planning.
Background in Senior Management Roles
Joanna Dadié has held senior management positions in several countries, including Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Chad, Rwanda, and Niger. Her experience spans over seven years at headquarters, where she provided program and systems support to various countries. This background has allowed her to develop strong management skills and a reputation as an efficient planner and strategic thinker, essential for leading complex programs in challenging environments.
Experience at GOAL Global
Before her tenure at Concern Worldwide, Joanna Dadié worked as a Desk Officer at GOAL Global from 2006 to 2008 in County Dublin, Ireland. In this role, she contributed to the organization's efforts in managing and supporting various humanitarian initiatives. Her experience at GOAL Global further enhanced her understanding of program management and operational support in the development sector.