Praveen Agrawal
About Praveen Agrawal
Praveen Agrawal is the Country Director for Egypt at the World Food Programme, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience with the organization, having served in various roles across multiple countries, including Colombia, the Philippines, and DPRK.
Current Role at World Food Programme
Praveen Agrawal serves as the Country Director for the World Food Programme in Egypt. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Cairo. In this role, he oversees the implementation of food assistance programs and manages relationships with local stakeholders to address food security challenges in the region.
Previous Positions at World Food Programme
Agrawal has a long history with the World Food Programme, having held multiple roles since 1989. His previous positions include Country Director for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from 2017 to 2021, Country Director for Colombia from 2007 to 2013, and Deputy Country Director in Cambodia from 2000 to 2003. He also served as a Senior Donor Relations Officer and Resource Management Officer in Rome, Italy.
Education and Academic Background
Praveen Agrawal completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at the University of Michigan from 1980 to 1983. He also attended Brighton College from 1976 to 1980, where he completed his secondary education. His academic background has provided a foundation for his extensive career in international development and food security.
Experience in Project Management
Agrawal has significant experience in project management within the World Food Programme. He worked as a Project Officer in various countries, including Bolivia from 1989 to 1993 and Colombia from 1993 to 1995. His roles have involved planning, implementing, and monitoring food assistance projects aimed at improving the livelihoods of vulnerable populations.