Philippe Le May
About Philippe Le May
Philippe Le May is the Chief of Party at Global Communities, where he has worked since 2021 in Madagascar. He has over 25 years of experience managing US government-funded projects across various countries and possesses expertise in institutional capacity building, governance, health, and nutrition.
Work at Global Communities
Philippe Le May currently serves as Chief of Party at Global Communities, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Madagascar, where he oversees various initiatives aimed at improving community resilience and development. His role involves managing projects funded by the US government, focusing on areas such as health, nutrition, and governance. Le May's leadership at Global Communities is characterized by his extensive experience in managing complex projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
Education and Expertise
Philippe Le May holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Advertising from Université de Montréal - HEC Montréal, achieved between 1985 and 1988. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Université de Sherbrooke from 1991 to 1993. His technical expertise encompasses institutional capacity building, governance, health and nutrition, agriculture and livelihood, water and sanitation, and social marketing. Le May is also fluent in French, English, and Spanish, enhancing his ability to work in multicultural environments.
Background
Philippe Le May has over 25 years of experience in international development, particularly in roles as Chief of Party for various US government-funded projects across multiple countries. His career includes significant positions in Nicaragua, Madagascar, Ghana, and Zambia, among others. He has worked with organizations such as Johns Hopkins University, Chemonics International, and Population Services International, where he has managed large teams and substantial project budgets.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Philippe Le May has managed projects with cumulative budgets exceeding $300 million and has led teams of over 500 employees. He has held eight long-term Chief of Party assignments, demonstrating his capability in handling complex government contracts and cooperative agreements. Le May has also provided short-term technical assistance in numerous countries, contributing to various international development initiatives.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current role at Global Communities, Philippe Le May held several significant positions, including Senior Program Officer at Johns Hopkins University and Chief of Party for the USAID SantéNet Project at Chemonics International. His experience also includes serving as Country Representative for Population Services International in Bolivia and Rwanda, and as Chief of Party for various USAID projects in Africa and Latin America. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of international development challenges.