Sia Nowrojee
About Sia Nowrojee
Sia Nowrojee serves as the Senior Director of Girls & Women Strategy at the United Nations Foundation, focusing on gender equality and health initiatives. With a career spanning over two decades, she has held various leadership roles in organizations such as WomenLift Health and UNICEF, and has extensive experience in strategic communications and advocacy.
Work at United Nations Foundation
Sia Nowrojee has been serving as the Senior Director for Girls & Women Strategy at the United Nations Foundation since 2022. In this role, she focuses on advancing gender equality and women's rights through strategic initiatives and partnerships. Prior to her current position, she held multiple roles within the organization, including Executive Director of the 3D Program for Girls and Women from 2020 to 2021 and Program Director for the same program from 2017 to 2020. Her work has significantly contributed to the Foundation's mission of empowering girls and women globally.
Education and Expertise
Sia Nowrojee is currently pursuing a Master's in Social Services at Bryn Mawr College, where she has been studying since 1991. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (Honors) from the same institution, achieved in 1989. Her educational background complements her extensive expertise in strategic communications, advocacy, and gender equality, particularly in sexual and reproductive health and rights. She has developed skills in building strategic partnerships and consolidating information for diverse stakeholders.
Background
Sia Nowrojee has a diverse professional background spanning over two decades. She has worked with various organizations, including the Aga Khan Development Network, UNICEF, and the International Women's Health Coalition. Her roles have included Senior Editor and Technical Writer, Senior Gender Consultant, and Assistant Program Officer. This experience has provided her with a strong foundation in institutional strengthening and capacity development across regions such as South and Central Asia, East Africa, and North America.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Sia Nowrojee has made significant contributions to advancing gender equality and women's health. She has been involved in various initiatives aimed at empowering girls and women, including her work with WomenLift Health as a Global Advisory Board Member and Fellow since 2020. Her extensive experience in program management and advocacy has allowed her to work effectively with multi-disciplinary, multi-national teams, delivering inclusive programs that address critical issues in women's health and rights.