Peter Holtsberg
About Peter Holtsberg
Peter Holtsberg is a Senior Program Manager at the World Food Programme in Islamabad, Pakistan, where he focuses on gender and protection in program development. He has extensive experience in international organizations, including roles at UNICEF and various positions within the World Food Programme across multiple countries.
Current Role at World Food Programme
Peter Holtsberg serves as a Senior Program Manager at the World Food Programme (WFP) in Islāmābād, Pakistan, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he ensures effective monitoring systems and integrates gender and protection considerations throughout program development and implementation. He is responsible for leading the transition of WFP programs in Pakistan to align with national priorities as the country progresses to middle-income status. Additionally, he supports policy development and strategy formulation aimed at strengthening food security and nutrition at both provincial and national levels.
Previous Experience at World Food Programme
Peter Holtsberg has extensive experience with the World Food Programme, having held various positions since 2005. He worked as a Logistics Officer in Rome, Italy, from 2003 to 2005, and later served as an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. His roles also included Program Manager and Risk Management Specialist, where he managed operations and developed Country Strategy Plans in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He has worked in multiple locations, including P’yŏngyang, North Korea, Jakarta, Indonesia, and Banda Aceh, Indonesia, contributing to the organization's mission across diverse contexts.
Experience at UNICEF and SIPRI
Before joining the World Food Programme, Peter Holtsberg worked as a Policy Consultant at UNICEF in New York from 1999 to 2001. His experience also includes a role as a Researcher at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) from 2002 to 2003. These positions provided him with a foundation in policy analysis and research, which he has applied throughout his career in international development and humanitarian assistance.
Educational Background
Peter Holtsberg holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Boston University, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education at Uppsala University, earning a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs in 2002. His academic background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in program management and policy development within international organizations.