Maxime Gasteen

Maxime Gasteen is a seasoned international development professional with a wealth of experience in social and political analysis, strategic planning, influencing and advocacy strategies, monitoring and evaluation, project management, and evidence-informed policy making.

Having worked in various capacities in non-profits, philanthropies, and with a sovereign donor, Maxime has a proven track record of initiating new projects with innovative strategies, detailed analysis, and effective engagement with stakeholders. Their work has involved collaborations with government, NGO, and UN agencies on a global scale, particularly focusing on global health and education issues with a special interest in Pakistan and other diverse settings.

With a strong educational background including a Masters in Public Administration and International Studies from the University of Washington, as well as a Master of Arts in Social Anthropology with a focus on Development from The University of Edinburgh, Maxime possesses the academic foundation to support their professional endeavors.

Maxime's career highlights encompass roles such as Senior Program Officer for Neglected Tropical Diseases and former Program Officer for Polio Advocacy and Communications at the prestigious Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. They have also served in key positions at the Department for International Development, including as a Research and Evidence Adviser, Policy Analyst for the Pakistan Team, and Systematic Review Project lead.

In addition, Maxime has shared their expertise as an Independent Consultant at Gasteen Consulting, a Teaching Assistant at Jackson School of International Studies, and as a Refugee Resettlement Programme Manager at the International Rescue Committee in Seattle.

With specialized skills in program design, project management, evaluation, and research, Maxime's professional journey reflects a dedication to improving social outcomes, particularly in areas such as global health, education, rural development, and social capital, demonstrated through their work on initiatives related to micro-finance and land tenure/security.

Fluent in French, proficient in Spanish, and Bislama, Maxime's linguistic abilities further enrich their diverse skill set and enable effective communication across various cultural contexts.