M. Caitlin Erskine Email & Phone Number

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Responsible for managing, and coordinating with local offices on the implementing of, all NDI programs in Sierra Leone and The Gambia. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:● Manages the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of U.S. government-funded programs – ranging from $300k to $2m – to support democratic strengthening in Sierra Leone and The Gambia ● Fosters and maintains strategic networks with West African government stakeholders civil society organizations, international development organizations, donors, and the diplomatic community to advance shared democratic goals ● Served as lead coordinator for two election observation missions in 2023, managing the successful deployment of 46 senior international election observers in Nigeria ($1.2m), and providing technical assistance to domestic election observation groups to conduct advanced election monitoring methodologies in Sierra Leone ($2m)● Co-authored two interactive training manuals for female aspirants, candidates, and local council members in Sierra Leone on successful campaign management and impactful public service careers, reaching over 450 women

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Maiduguri, Nigeria

Responsible for leading IRC Nigeria's Governance Technical Sector and overseeing the implementation of a multi-donor, multi-million dollar portfolio of locally-driven programming in NE Nigeria𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:● Directing overall project, budget and staff performance for a 12-member team implementing long-term Governance and Resilience programming in a protracted conflict setting● Consortium manager for a €2m EU-funded disaster risk management and disaster response project, utilizing area-based approaches to build the capacity of local authorities and communities to prepare for a respond to natural and man-made hazards● In-country technical focal point for business development and design/facilitation of 20+ trainings on inclusive Governance interventions● Led development and implementation of resilience-building projects, collaborating with Borno State ministries and humanitarian experts, on waste management, water, livelihoods, education, protection, and peacebuilding projects, reaching over 60,000 individuals● Designed and led IRC Nigeria’s COVID-19 Risk Communication emergency response, leading 50 program staff and 200 community focal points to reach over 86,000 individuals across 110 communities in NE Nigeria

Greater New York City Area

Responsible for the Governance Unit Grants and Programs Team, ensuring high-quality and compliant implementation of HQ-led Governance projects𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:● Spearheaded the implementation of the unit’s strategic priorities, resulting in a 20% increase in the yearly operating budget and an overhaul of internal and donor communications ● Co-managed accountability-related projects, totaling $500k, providing project management and technical assistance to the development of resources for IRC field staff to ensure greater accountability to affected populations● Coordinated 3 successful proposals, totaling $1.3 million, to expand IRC’s programming in urban contexts, including supporting the design of innovative, multi-sector approaches to building resilient communities ● Authored a strategy paper for IRC Jordan’s health program, including an assessment of health service delivery/access and recommendations for supporting an inclusive and resilient national health system

Amman, Jordan

Temporary transfer assignment responsible for supporting the IRC NW Syria Economic, Recovery, and Development team to improve adherence to best practices on cash-for-work, vocational training and apprenticeships, small business support, and multi-purpose cash relief

Greater New York City Area

Responsible for the operational health of the Governance Technical Unit, overseeing compliant project implementation, the development and administration of the operating budget, and day-to-day functioning𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:● Ensured compliant project implementation of 10 USG, European, and private donor grants, including proposal development, partner due diligence, project and budget management, donor reporting, and close-out activities● Created and administered an operating budget of over $2 million annually, providing regular financial analysis and recommendations to the Governance Unit’s Senior Director on budgetary issues

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Responsible for open-source and interview research to support investigative reporting on gender and migration in the Americas, assisting the organization’s mission to amplify women’s voices through data-driven journalism

Accra, Ghana

Responsible for communications materials to advocate for better policies and funding to strengthen the competitiveness of the cashew value chain in Sub-Saharan Africa

Washington, District Of Columbia

Responsible for managing communication and organization on certiorari stage cases, as well as serving as the personal aide to Justice Ginsburg

Washington, District Of Columbia

Responsible for supporting the proper functioning of the court as a whole, including aiding Justices during court proceedings and conference sessions

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Responsible for supporting research on on-going legislative proposals, including Scotland's emerging renewable energy sector

Washington, District Of Columbia

Responsible for supporting Senator Levin's constituent services, as well as preliminary research on legislative questions

Knox County, Ohio

Responsible for door-to-door campaigning and phone banking in Knox County to support the reelection of Congressman Zack Space

Master Of Arts (M.A.), International Law And Organizations, International Economics, International Development

Activities and Societies: Bologna, Italy - Class of 2016 // Washington, DC - Class of 2017 SAIS Europe Chapter of Global Women's.

Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Pune, India (January - May 2010) // Edinburgh, Scotland (September - December 2009)● Dean’s List- Fall 2007.

Spring Semester, Contemporary India: Development, Economy, Society

Research – “Modern Social Participation: A Study of Indian Social Capital and Its Effect on Democracy”

Fall Semester, Institute Of Governance Certificate, Political Internship Programme With Scottish Parliment

Research – “A Critical Analysis of Scotland’s Renewable Energy Sector: Social Benefits, Current Issues and Future Potential”