Maxwell Ashon
About Maxwell Ashon
Maxwell Ashon is a Policy Specialist currently working at Global Communities in Silver Spring, Maryland. He has a diverse background in research and program management, having held positions at various organizations including the Ghana Center for Democratic Development and World Vision, and has studied at prestigious institutions such as the University of Cambridge and Harvard University.
Current Role at Global Communities
Maxwell Ashon serves as a Policy Specialist at Global Communities, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing policies that align with the organization's mission to improve the lives of people in need. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective program delivery and impact assessment.
Previous Experience at Ghana Center for Democratic Development
Prior to his current role, Maxwell Ashon worked at the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) as a Research and Programmes Officer from 2011 to 2014. During his three years there, he contributed to research initiatives and program development aimed at enhancing democratic governance in Ghana.
Education and Expertise
Maxwell Ashon holds a Master's degree in Philosophy from the University of Cambridge, which he completed in 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Regional Planning from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he participated in a fellowship program at Harvard University, focusing on international affairs.
Work Experience at World Vision
From 2014 to 2015, Maxwell Ashon was employed as a Design, Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator at World Vision in Bangkok, Thailand. His role involved overseeing project design and evaluation processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals and effective resource utilization.
Project Management and International Collaboration
Maxwell Ashon has managed projects funded by various international organizations, including UNDP, EU, UNICEF, and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. His experience in project management emphasizes his ability to work collaboratively across different sectors and cultures to achieve developmental objectives.