Janerose Alvers
About Janerose Alvers
Janerose Alvers serves as the Head of Partnerships & Reporting at the World Food Programme in Afghanistan, bringing over 15 years of experience with the United Nations and various government initiatives. She has a strong academic background in human rights, political science, and international project management.
Work at World Food Programme
Janerose Alvers currently holds the position of Head of Partnerships & Reporting at the World Food Programme (WFP) Afghanistan, a role she has occupied since 2022 in Kabul. Prior to this, she served as Head of External Relations and Communications for WFP in Bangladesh from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Strategic Partnerships Advisor for WFP in Washington, D.C. from 2020 to 2022. Her responsibilities have included managing partnerships, reporting, and communications, contributing to the organization's mission in various capacities.
Education and Expertise
Janerose Alvers has a diverse educational background. She earned a Master’s degree in Human Rights from the University of Gothenburg, School of Global Studies, Sweden, completing her studies in 2006. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences from Moi University, obtained in 1994. Furthering her education, she achieved a Master’s in International Administration and Global Governance from the University of Gothenburg between 2011 and 2013. Additionally, she completed a program in International Project Management and Coordination at the University of Gothenburg/SENSUS from 2006 to 2008.
Background
Janerose Alvers has over 15 years of experience working with the United Nations and various government programs. Her professional journey spans multiple countries, including the United States, Sweden, Bangladesh, Denmark, Kenya, Uganda, and Afghanistan. She has held various roles that focus on humanitarian efforts, policy development, and program execution, particularly in contexts affecting vulnerable populations.
Professional Experience
Alvers has held several significant positions throughout her career. She was a Project Manager and Coordinator at the Gothenburg Initiative from 2009 to 2010 and served as a Team Leader/Case Officer at Migrationsverket from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she was a member of the board at Feministiskt Initiativ from 2007 to 2009. Her roles have consistently involved leadership and strategic planning in humanitarian and development contexts.
Career Interests
Janerose Alvers has expressed interests in program sustainability and execution, staffing, and policy development. She aims to drive initiatives that promote long-term economic efficiency, cultural diversity, and social well-being. Her focus on these areas reflects her commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of humanitarian efforts and improving the lives of vulnerable populations.