Hikari Miyahara is an accomplished international development professional with a passion for education and capacity building. With a Master's degree in International Comparative Education and a Bachelor's degree in Policy Management from Keio University, she has an exceptional understanding of education in the wider context of development. Miyahara has over five years of experience working with major international NGOs, bilateral donor agencies, and as a development consultant.

Currently serving as Project Coordinator for CREATE Project in Myanmar, Miyahara is responsible for improving the quality of grades 1 to 5 education in the region. Before her role with CREATE, Miyahara served as Project Formulation Advisor at JICA PNG Office, where she coordinated JICA's work in education, among other sectors such as transport, energy, and sewerage. She also represented the Agency for Education Development Partners Advisory Coordination Committee and Education Sector Improvement Program in Papua New Guinea.

Miyahara has expertise in participatory school management and curriculum development, as well as sub-sectors that relate to equity and development issues such as NFE, inclusive education, and ECCD. She is familiar with various aid modalities including loan funding. Miyahara enjoys international and multicultural working environments and promotes capacity building wherever she works.

Overall, Hikari Miyahara is a highly qualified international development professional with a focus on education and capacity building. Her unique skill set and experiences make her a valuable asset to any team working in this field.