Traore Amidou
About Traore Amidou
Traore Amidou serves as the Deputy Head of Program at Catholic Relief Services, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in program coordination and agricultural management, having held various positions within the organization since 2006.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Traore Amidou has been employed at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) since 2006, holding various positions over the years. He served as Agriculture Project Manager from 2006 to 2010 in Ouagadougou, Kadiogo, Burkina Faso. Following this role, he worked as Agriculture and Livelihood Program Manager from 2010 to 2014 in Ouagadougou, Centre, Burkina Faso. Since 2014, he has been based in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, initially as a Program Coordinator. In 2019, he advanced to the position of Deputy Head of Program, continuing to contribute to the organization's mission.
Education and Expertise
Traore Amidou studied at the Regional Center Agrhymet from 1997 to 1999, completing a two-year program. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in agriculture and livelihood development, which he has applied throughout his career at Catholic Relief Services. His expertise encompasses program management and agricultural project implementation, particularly in the context of food security and sustainable livelihoods.
Background
Traore Amidou has extensive experience in program management within the humanitarian sector. His career at Catholic Relief Services spans over 17 years, with significant roles focused on agriculture and livelihoods. He has worked in both Burkina Faso and the United States, allowing him to gain diverse insights into program implementation across different contexts.
Achievements
During his tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Traore Amidou has contributed to various agricultural and livelihood initiatives. His roles have involved managing programs that aim to improve food security and support sustainable agricultural practices. His leadership in these projects has helped to enhance the resilience of communities in Burkina Faso and beyond.