Marie-Claude Villacorta

Marie-Claude Villacorta is an international development and humanitarian professional with a focus on social innovations and tech4dev, boasting over 10 years of experience incubating, piloting, and scaling complex initiatives, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.

Her functional expertise lies in strategy development, program and project management, public-private partnerships, grant administration, human-centered design, and communication.

She currently serves as the Innovation Specialist (Program Manager) at UNICEF Malawi, overseeing a diverse range of innovation portfolios including internet of good things, drones, design thinking, and youth social entrepreneurship.

Marie-Claude's educational background spans international relations, business management, and a pursuit of an Executive MSc in Social Business and Entrepreneurship at the London School of Economics (LSE). She has a diverse educational experience, studying at various institutions like John Gokongwei School of Management, Ateneo De Manila University, Université Catholique De Lille, American University, and Illinois Wesleyan University.

Her professional journey includes roles such as Knowledge Management Focal Point for UNICEF's Programme Division, Programme Officer focusing on HIV/AIDS, Knowledge Management Consultant in Education at UNICEF, and engagements with organizations like the United Nations, Womensphere, and World Service Authority.

Marie-Claude Villacorta stands out for her ability to drive innovation, manage partnerships, and lead initiatives that make a positive impact on communities globally.