Mc Kenzie Hanlon
About Mc Kenzie Hanlon
Mc Kenzie Hanlon serves as an Officer for Grants and UN Relations at the United Nations Foundation, a position she has held since 2022. With a background in international development, she has previously worked with organizations such as WaterAid America and Zuhura Solutions.
Work at United Nations Foundation
Mc Kenzie Hanlon has been serving as an Officer in Grants and UN Relations at the United Nations Foundation since 2022. In this role, Hanlon is responsible for managing grant processes and fostering relationships with various UN entities. The position involves collaborating with stakeholders to support the foundation's mission and initiatives aimed at global development.
Previous Experience at WaterAid America
Prior to joining the United Nations Foundation, Mc Kenzie Hanlon worked at WaterAid America in multiple roles. She served as a Program Development Officer for Africa from 2019 to 2021, where she focused on developing programs to improve water and sanitation access. Following this, she held the position of Senior Officer, Program Development from 2021 to 2022, contributing to the organization’s strategic initiatives.
Educational Background
Mc Kenzie Hanlon earned a Master’s Degree in International Development from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International/Global Studies from Xavier University, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. This educational foundation supports her expertise in global development and international relations.
Career History and Roles
Throughout her career, Mc Kenzie Hanlon has held various positions that contributed to her expertise in program development and sustainability. She worked as the Chief Development Officer at Zuhura Solutions from 2019 to 2022, and as a Sustainability Analyst at Bechtel Corporation from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she has experience as a Geo Global Water Sustainability Analyst at the Federal Geographic Data Committee and as a Business Development and Marketing Coordinator at Green Powered Technology.
Research Experience
In 2017, Mc Kenzie Hanlon gained research experience as a Research Assistant at The Fund for Peace. This role involved supporting research initiatives focused on peace and conflict resolution, further enhancing her analytical skills in the field of international development.