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Caroline Kende-Robb
Senior Director, Strategy and Operational Policies at African Development Bank
Caroline Kende-Robb is a prominent figure in international development, currently serving as the Senior Director of Strategy and Operational Policies at the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. She has a rich background in policy-making and management, with extensive experience across various organizations.
Professional Background
Before her role at the AfDB, Kende-Robb held several significant positions:
- Executive Director of the Africa Progress Panel, an organization chaired by Kofi Annan, focusing on economic and social progress in Africa.
- Chief Adviser at the Education Commission, working with former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
- Secretary General of CARE International, a major humanitarian organization.
- Senior Manager at both the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), where she managed substantial operational portfolios.
- Commercial Manager at Marks and Spencer PLC, where she oversaw buying teams and developed retail strategies.
Education
Kende-Robb holds a BA in Geography from Liverpool University and an MSc in Social Policy and Planning in Developing Countries from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Languages
She is proficient in Mandinka and French, enhancing her ability to work in diverse environments across Africa.
Board Memberships
In addition to her roles, she serves on the boards of organizations such as CAMFED and Global Financial Integrity, contributing her expertise to various initiatives aimed at improving governance and financial integrity in developing regions.
Caroline Kende-Robb's extensive experience and leadership in strategic policy development position her as a key player in advancing the African Development Bank's mission of promoting economic and social development across the continent.
