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Rahel Assefa

Regional Program Manager, Africa

Rahel Assefa works with CIMMYT’s Sustainable Agrifood Systems (SAS) program, serving as regional project manager for Africa and project manager for various projects across East and Southern Africa.

Rahel works closely with project leaders and head office units to develop operational plans, and manages budgets, contracts and subgrants. She supports donor reporting and proposal development, serves as a liaison with donors and implementing partners, and more.