Bassey Nyambi
About Bassey Nyambi
Bassey Nyambi serves as the Director of Global Partnerships and Engagement at Planned Parenthood Global, where he leads initiatives in diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a background in international politics and global health, he has held various roles within Planned Parenthood and has experience in both commercial and governmental sectors.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Global
Bassey Nyambi serves as the Director of Global Partnerships and Engagement at Planned Parenthood Global. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing global partnerships and enhancing engagement strategies since 2021. His work focuses on promoting a unified and inclusive approach to global health initiatives within the organization. He also leads the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion council, developing strategies to incorporate global perspectives into the broader DEI vision of Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
Previous Experience at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Before his current position, Bassey Nyambi held several roles at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. He worked as the Associate Director of Global Partnerships from 2018 to 2021, and as the Global Operations Project Manager from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he served as Administrative Manager in the Office of the President from 2014 to 2015. His experience at Planned Parenthood has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the organization's operations and global initiatives.
Educational Background
Bassey Nyambi has a strong academic background in international politics and health. He earned a Master of Science in International and European Politics from The University of Edinburgh in 2011. He also holds a Master of Science in Global Health & Social Justice from King's College London, which he completed in 2022. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs from Lafayette College, achieved in 2010.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Bassey Nyambi gained early career experience through various internships. He worked as a Congressional Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2007 and later as a Staff Assistant/Caseworker from 2012 to 2013. He also completed two internships at Rolls-Royce in 2008 and 2009, where he served as a Commercial Intern. These roles contributed to his foundational skills in operations and public service.
Leadership and Strategic Initiatives
In his current role, Bassey Nyambi facilitates cross-regional collaboration within Planned Parenthood Global and the Federation. He works closely with the Global Communications team to develop messaging that addresses critical global health debates relevant to the U.S. Additionally, he has overall responsibility for managing the 50th anniversary campaign at Planned Parenthood Global, coordinating efforts with various stakeholders and departments.