Theo Molenbrugge
About Theo Molenbrugge
Theo Molenbrugge serves as the Regional Finance Officer for Latin America and the Caribbean at Catholic Relief Services, a position he has held since 2014. With extensive experience in finance strategy and a background in auditing and lecturing, he has worked in over 25 countries and possesses a strong academic foundation in Economics and Tax Law.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Theo Molenbrugge has served as the Regional Finance Officer for Latin America and the Caribbean at Catholic Relief Services since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for finance strategy implementation and oversight within the region. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Auditor at Catholic Relief Services from 2011 to 2014. His tenure at the organization spans over a decade, during which he has gained extensive experience in managing financial operations in diverse cultural environments.
Education and Expertise
Theo Molenbrugge holds a Master's degree in Economics and Tax Law from Maastricht University, where he studied from 1992 to 2001. He also completed his secondary education at Willem van Oranje College, achieving the Atheneum qualification from 1986 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance, accounting, and audit, which he has applied throughout his career.
Background
Theo Molenbrugge has accumulated significant international experience, having worked in over 25 countries. His career includes various roles in finance and education, including positions at PricewaterhouseCoopers Accountants N.V. as both Assistant Manager and Manager ACS. He has also served as a lecturer at multiple universities, including Nyenrode Business Universiteit, the University of Amsterdam, and Universiteit Maastricht, where he focused on accounting and finance.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Theo Molenbrugge has developed a robust ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels. His extensive experience includes finance strategy implementation and oversight, particularly in the Latin America and Caribbean region. He has also gained strong training experience in accounting, audit, and finance across various sectors, including universities, private, public, and international development.