Christopher Austin
About Christopher Austin
Christopher Austin is a Grants Coordinator at Evidence Action, where he has worked since 2014. He previously co-founded and served as Chief Operating Officer at Dare To Innovate and has held various roles in organizations such as the Peace Corps and Target.
Current Role at Evidence Action
Christopher Austin has been serving as the Grants Coordinator at Evidence Action since 2014. In this role, he focuses on securing funding and managing grants that support the organization’s initiatives. His work contributes to the overall mission of Evidence Action, which aims to implement scalable solutions to global challenges. His tenure at Evidence Action has spanned nearly a decade, reflecting his commitment to the organization's goals.
Previous Experience at Dare To Innovate
Before his current position, Christopher Austin co-founded and served as Chief Operating Officer at Dare To Innovate from 2013 to 2016. During his time in Conakry, Guinea, he played a significant role in establishing the organization and overseeing its operations. His leadership contributed to the development of innovative solutions aimed at addressing local challenges.
Educational Background in Economics
Christopher Austin studied at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from 2007 to 2011. His education provided him with a strong foundation in economic principles, which he has applied throughout his professional career in various roles.
Experience in Community Development
From 2011 to 2014, Christopher Austin worked as a Community Economic Development Advisor with the Peace Corps. In this role, he focused on community development initiatives, leveraging his skills to support economic growth in the regions he served. His experience in this position has informed his approach to grant coordination and program development.
Contributions to Global Health Initiatives
Christopher Austin has contributed to significant global health initiatives, including the Deworm the World Initiative. His involvement in this program supported governments in scaling school-based deworming efforts worldwide. Additionally, he played a key role in the Dispensers for Safe Water program, which aimed to reach 25 million people by 2018, showcasing his commitment to improving public health outcomes.