Dan Cork
About Dan Cork
Dan Cork serves as the Country Program Director for North Africa at the Solidarity Center in Rabat, Morocco, a position he has held since 2019. He has an extensive background in program management and international development, with previous roles at various organizations including the National Endowment for Democracy and Chemonics International.
Current Role at Solidarity Center
Dan Cork serves as the Country Program Director for North Africa at Solidarity Center. He has held this position since 2019, working from Rabat, Rabat-Salé-Zemmour-Zaër, Morocco. In this role, he oversees various programs aimed at promoting labor rights and democratic governance in the region.
Previous Experience in Program Management
Prior to his current role, Dan Cork worked at Solidarity Center as a Program Officer for the Middle East and North Africa from 2005 to 2009 in Washington, D.C. He also held positions at the National Endowment for Democracy as an Assistant Program Officer from 2002 to 2004 and at AMIDEAST as a Program Officer from 2001 to 2002. His experience spans various organizations focused on international development and democracy promotion.
Educational Background
Dan Cork completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 1995 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts degree from Georgetown University, studying from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he studied for one year at the American University in Cairo in 1996-1997.
Early Career Development
Dan Cork began his career in program management as a Program Associate at the Office of Global Education from 1999 to 2001. He also worked as an Independent Contractor for Chemonics International in 2001 and gained experience in program management at various organizations, contributing to his expertise in international development.
High School Education
Dan Cork attended Highland View Academy from 1987 to 1990, where he completed his high school education. This foundational experience contributed to his academic and professional journey in international relations and program management.