With over 26 years of experience in the development sector—18 of which have been dedicated to grant and contracts management, compliance, field monitoring, and capacity building—Yvonne is motivated by a deep commitment to strengthening the operational and strategic effectiveness of development programmes that serve vulnerable communities. Her work is driven by a belief in the transformative power of well-managed resources, accountable partnerships, and evidence-informed decision-making.

Throughout her career, Yvonne has consistently sought to bridge the gap between compliance and programme delivery. Whether reviewing programme performance against results frameworks, supporting implementing partners to strengthen reporting quality, or using data analytics to inform programme direction, her goal has always been to ensure that donor investments translate into measurable impact. She is particularly passionate about capacity strengthening—not only of internal systems but also of the organizations and partners that deliver critical services in the field.

Yvonne is motivated by roles where she can contribute to strategic planning, optimize resource utilization, and create tools and processes that enhance transparency, efficiency, and alignment with donor requirements. She takes pride in enabling teams to meet performance targets while maintaining a strong compliance culture. Her experience across various donor environments, including USAID, CDC, EU, FCDO, and the Gates Foundation, has equipped her with a nuanced understanding of regulatory requirements and the importance of adaptive, context-responsive programme management.

Ultimately, Yvonne is inspired to work in environments that value integrity, results, and continuous learning—where she can use her skills to strengthen development outcomes, support partners in achieving excellence, and ensure that programming remains responsive, inclusive, and accountable.