Babogobafieni Kara
About Babogobafieni Kara
Babogobafieni Kara is a Programme Policy Officer specializing in Cash Based Transfers at the World Food Programme in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. With extensive experience in economic recovery and food security, he has held various roles in organizations such as the Danish Refugee Council and Plan International.
Work at World Food Programme
Currently, Babogobafieni Kara serves as a Programme Policy Officer specializing in Cash Based Transfers at the World Food Programme. This role, which began in 2022, is based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. In this position, Kara focuses on implementing cash-based transfer programs, which are essential for providing humanitarian aid and supporting development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Babogobafieni Kara holds two Master's degrees. The first is in Macroeconomics and Development Management from Université Saint Thomas D'Aquin, completed from 2007 to 2012. The second is in Economic Development and International Economics from Kocaeli University, achieved from 2014 to 2018. Kara possesses significant expertise in cash-based transfers and has a strong background in resilience and livelihood programs, particularly in improving food security.
Background
Babogobafieni Kara has extensive experience in various roles related to economics and program management. Prior to joining the World Food Programme, Kara worked at several organizations, including the Danish Refugee Council and Plan International. These roles included positions such as Economist and Program Manager, focusing on economic recovery, food security, and youth economic empowerment in emergency contexts.
Professional Experience
Kara's professional journey includes significant roles in multiple organizations. From 2012 to 2013, Kara interned as an Economist at Ecobank Burkina. Subsequently, Kara worked at CISV Onlus from 2015 to 2020, where responsibilities included being a Financial Inclusion Specialist and a Food Security & Resilience Specialist. In 2021, Kara held two positions at the Danish Refugee Council, focusing on economic recovery and food security.
Achievements in Economic Recovery and Food Security
Throughout the career of Babogobafieni Kara, there has been a consistent focus on economic recovery strategies and food security. Kara has managed projects aimed at social protection and youth economic empowerment, demonstrating the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments. This experience enhances collaboration and contributes to the success of various programs in humanitarian and development settings.