Sashi Jayatileke

Sashi Jayatileke serves as a Senior Climate Finance Advisor at USAID, specifically within the Center for Climate-Positive Development. In her role, she leads coordination and provides technical leadership on climate finance initiatives. She oversees the Climate Finance for Development Accelerator (CFDA), which aims to mobilize $2.5 billion in public and private investments by 2030 to support various climate change mitigation and adaptation solutions, promoting a transition to a resilient net-zero economy.123

With over two decades of experience, Sashi has focused on private sector development, impact investing, women's economic empowerment, and financial inclusion. Her work is instrumental in linking local NGOs and community organizations to funding opportunities from global climate finance institutions.14 Additionally, she plays a significant role in integrating gender considerations into climate finance strategies, aligning with broader initiatives aimed at enhancing women's access to resources and leadership in climate-related sectors.23

Sashi's educational background includes a BA degree, although specific details about her academic credentials are not extensively covered in the available sources.5 Her commitment to advancing equitable climate finance reflects USAID's broader goals of fostering sustainable development while addressing gender disparities in the sector.