OUR PEOPLE & LEADERSHIPMeet the team

With personal experience of working in high-risk, fragile environments, the CTG team knows what it takes and are here to support both clients and consultants

Lord Westbury | Chairman of the Chelsea Group

Lord Westbury

Chairman of the Chelsea Group
Lord Westbury | Chairman of the Chelsea Group

Lord Westbury

Chairman of the Chelsea Group

During his time in the SAS Richard worked on every continent and was intimately involved in many international incidents during the 1980s. Following his distinguished military career, he was Deputy Chief Executive of the Leadership Trust, who specialise in leadership development training. In 1991, he was invited to join Defence Systems Ltd, a company providing security services mainly in Africa and went on to become their CEO in 1995. In 1999, he formed the Hart Group, providing specialised security services on a global basis before going on to form a number of other businesses that operate in challenging environment which now make up the Chelsea Group. Today the Chelsea Group employs some 8000 people across 49 countries and offers services in security, power generation, remote site management and more.

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Lady Willcocks | Deputy Director of Post Conflict People

Lady Willcocks

Deputy Director of Post Conflict People
Lady Willcocks | Deputy Director of Post Conflict People

Lady Willcocks

Deputy Director of Post Conflict People

Penny is experienced in the International Security and Post-Conflict Stabilization fields. She has worked for the UK Government and in the Private Security and Risk Management sector and has taken an active role in Democracy Building with International Institutions including the United Nations. Her career began in 1973 in the UK Security Service.  She has served operationally in Northern Ireland (from 1976-77) and throughout the Balkans. Since then, Penny has worked on extensive missions for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and the Cabinet of the High Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina working closely with the European Commission, the European Council and NATO.  Penny set up a small NGO, Post Conflict People, which worked towards improving practical performance of Governments, International Agencies, Companies and individuals working in post-conflict areas. Penny was a founding member of the British Association of Private Security Companies (BASC) which set the path towards international regulation of the private security industry.

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Claus Haugaard Sørensen | Senior EU Advisor and former Danish diplomat

Claus Haugaard Sørensen

Senior EU Advisor and former Danish diplomat

Claus Haugaard Sørensen

Senior EU Advisor and former Danish diplomat

Claus Haugaard Sørensen is Senior Adviser to the European Union. During the past year Mr. Sørensen has advised EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on crisis management and humanitarian issues. In 2006 he was appointed Director General for the Commissions’ Communication department, and in 2011 he became head of the Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection DG in the European Commission (ECHO). While exercising that function Mr. Sørensen became a driving force in improving the EU’s responses to crisis and conflict-affected victims. He also led the reform of the international Humanitarian system, leading up to the Istanbul Humanitarian Summit in May 2016. He also promoted the resilience approach and disaster risk reduction approach, both globally and inside the European Union. Mr. Sørensen has a background as a diplomat in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, and a long history of work within the EU. In 1990 he joined the European Commission’s Cabinet of Vice-president Henning Christophersen working on the EURO, relations with Eastern Europe, the Enlargement with Sweden, Austria and Finland as well as the European Social dimension and Environmental issues. Between 1999 and 2011, Mr. Sørensen held functions such as Director for International Environmental issues, Head of Cabinet for respectively the Commissioner for Agriculture and the Commissioner for Development and Humanitarian assistance. Mr Sørensen has a Masters in Economics from Aarhus University and regularly lectures at the Universities of Lund, York and Copenhagen.

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Alice Laugher  | Chief Executive Officer

Alice Laugher

Chief Executive Officer

Alice Laugher

Chief Executive Officer

Alice is passionate about what CTG stands for: Committed To Good. A vocal advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals, Alice leads by example to ensure women play a broader role in humanitarian projects in high-risk environments by spearheading the CTG Female First initiative.  She has 14 years of experience managing projects in challenging environments. From the day that Alice stepped into Iraq, in 2003, she felt a certainty that she was meant to work assisting communities, particularly local people, of fragile and conflict-affected countries. Over the years she has expanded CTG’s operations from an Afghanistan focus to 25 countries. Alice describes herself as a wife, mother, boss and workaholic.

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Alexander Bethell  | Non-Executive Director

Alexander Bethell

Non-Executive Director

Alexander Bethell

Non-Executive Director

Former Senior Vice President of CTG, Alexander was responsible for overseeing CTG’s new business strategy and managing the company’s humanitarian client relationships globally. Alexander started at CTG in 2010 as an Account Manager supporting client projects in Afghanistan and Iraq, and proceeded to spearhead the development of CTG’s operations in Somalia – which under his management became the company’s largest operational hub. Alexander then led CTG’s expansion wider across Africa and into new territories, overseeing the implementation of special projects, including its disaster response to the Ebola crisis in Liberia and Sierra Leone in 2015. He finds fulfilment in bringing help to those who would otherwise not receive it.  Thorough planning and execution are Alexander’s keys to success, and he hope to show the world how effective CTG’s operations have been as he remains an important part of the CTG Board with close visibility on the company’s strategic direction and monitoring performance.

Alexander established CTG’s office in New York, where he worked closely with international aid organisations and has a direct link to the United Nations Headquarters.

In 2018 Alexander moved to the role of Chief Operating Officer for the Chelsea Group.

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James Veysey | Chief Operating Officer

James Veysey

Chief Operating Officer

James Veysey

Chief Operating Officer

James has over 17 years’ experience in Human Resources and Operations Management. He began his career at the European Commission in the office for Humanitarian Aid then went on to work for the UN in East Africa. Following this he spent several years in Paris, London and Dubai as a management consultant specialising in HR and Organisational Development. Prior to joining CTG in 2015, James was HR Director for a large British security firm operating in high-risk areas and he also ran the operations for a renowned remote-site medical company. James is a linguist and has a Masters in International Relations. Inspired by the culture of the company to make a difference, James most enjoys the fact that the work CTG does makes an impact on peoples’ lives.

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Kevin Hallatt | Chief Financial Officer

Kevin Hallatt

Chief Financial Officer

Kevin Hallatt

Chief Financial Officer

Kevin started with CTG in 2018 as the Finance Manager. After managing the Finance team for two years, he moved over to the position of Chief Financial Officer of Chelsea Group. As the CFO,  Kevin not only oversees CTG Finances with our CEO but also works closely with The Chairman and the Group COO on the finances of the other Group companies. 

Kevin has a Degree from Brunel University in London as well as being a qualified Accountant. He spent 15 years working in the UK for corporates such as Siemens and Dun & Bradstreet before moving to Dubai in 2007. Since being in the Middle East, Kevin has gained extensive experience in providing services in challenging environments with the likes of Olive Group and G4S Risk Management.

Kevin spends his personal time with his family and is an avid spectator at a variety of sports.

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Louisa Elkington | Client Services Director & General Counsel

Louisa Elkington

Client Services Director & General Counsel

Louisa Elkington

Client Services Director & General Counsel

After graduating with a Modern History degree from Oxford University, Louisa studied further to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. After spending several years working in London and Tokyo for a UK law firm, Louisa left the corporate world to join CTG and lead all the legal and compliance aspects of CTG’s global business. Louisa is responsible for CTG’s internal compliance and quality programmes, including ISO 9001, commercial compliance, Good Governance, labour law and service delivery. In 2017, Louisa’s role also diversified into operations where she is responsible for the standardisation of CTG’s project delivery including mobilisation, reporting and new country start-ups.

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Abdirahman Rashid Hassan | Account Manager

Abdirahman Rashid Hassan

Account Manager
Somalia

Abdirahman Rashid Hassan

Account Manager
Somalia

Abdirahman joined us on 12 May 2019 as Account Manager in Somalia. He is a Kenyan national who has experience working in coordination and management of projects  and has a law degree from Zanzibar university.

Abdirahman Rashid is a self-claimed reformed procrastinator and tea enthusiast! Outside of the workplace he enjoys time with his family, visiting his home town, riding bicycles preferably in nature trails, and archery.

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Ajit Koshy | Rapid Recruitment & Deployment (RRAD) Team Lead

Ajit Koshy

Rapid Recruitment & Deployment (RRAD) Team Lead
Headquarters

Ajit Koshy

Rapid Recruitment & Deployment (RRAD) Team Lead
Headquarters

Ajit joined CTG in February 2016 as a Talent Management Specialist, with previous experience working in recruitment. Ever since he started work with CTG, he has been actively involved in some fast-paced and demanding recruitment projects in the MENA & Africa regions where has been recruiting for various INGO projects. Ajit is a family man and enjoys spending every opportunity with his wife and child. 

 

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Algene Suria  | Director of Support Services

Algene Suria

Director of Support Services
Headquarters

Algene Suria

Director of Support Services
Headquarters

Algene is nicknamed the ‘Gandalf The Wizard’ of the team, not for that shiny long hair but for the ability to transform complicated ideas into user-friendly solutions. With 10 years of experience in increasingly responsible roles within IT, Sales and Business Development Operations, Algene has made his mark in the field. He enjoys bringing businesses into the digitalised world, streamlining processes in the most efficient way possible.

Algene manages the Field Liaison Office and Rapid Recruitment and Deployment Team.

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Amel Eddiri El Mufti | Senior Account Manager

Amel Eddiri El Mufti

Senior Account Manager
Libya

Amel Eddiri El Mufti

Senior Account Manager
Libya

Amel has a decade of experience in administration and HR working for multinational companies in North Africa, including NGOs, construction and oil and gas companies. She is proud of the ‘shining’ reputation that CTG has in Tunisia and believes that the trust and committed atmosphere amongst her colleagues has resulted in an effective, problem-solving and creative team. When she’s not working Amel enjoys travelling and thinks that her love of cultural diversity is what draws her to the work that she does. 

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Amer Dheyab Mhaidi | Account Manager

Amer Dheyab Mhaidi

Account Manager
Iraq

Amer Dheyab Mhaidi

Account Manager
Iraq

Amer joined CTG in 2021 as an Account Manager in Iraq. On top of being an Account Manager, he is also a Microbiologist and worked for many different international organisations. He believes the humanitarian sector has taught him how to be patient and understand and respect the opinions of others. He also believes human beings require sacrifice and work by young people to create a better future for the next generation.

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Anthony Jouannic | Regional Manager

Anthony Jouannic

Regional Manager
South Sudan, Sudan & Ethiopia

Anthony Jouannic

Regional Manager
South Sudan, Sudan & Ethiopia

Anthony first joined CTG in 2019 after having spent a few years with MSF in Iraq, South Sudan, Jordan, Congo (DRC), Cameroun and Central Africa. He has a Master of Science in international management and when he is not working on some humanitarian project, he gets lost in the mountains with his tent and his backpack, crosses the US, from Mexico to Canada, on foot, sails the Indian ocean in a local fishing boat or crosses India, from the Himalayas to Kerala, in a tuk-tuk with a bunch of friend.

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Arwa Al-Omaisi | Account Assistant

Arwa Al-Omaisi

Account Assistant
Yemen

Arwa Al-Omaisi

Account Assistant
Yemen

Arwa joined CTG in 2021 as an Accounts Assistant. She is responsible for managing consultants accounts as well as other tasks. Prior to joining CTG, she worked as a program coordinator and team leader of livelihood, Education, Protection and Shelter projects. She also had roles as a program assistant and HR assistant. Her greatest strengths are her creativity, drive and leadership. She thrives on challenges, particularly those that expand the company’s reach.

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Bernadette Bruno | MACH Specialist

Bernadette Bruno

MACH Specialist
Headquarters
Bernadette Bruno | MACH Specialist

Bernadette Bruno

MACH Specialist
Headquarters

Bernadette is a Payments and Banking Coordinator who ensures that even though someone works in a challenging environment their salary is delivered in a smooth and timely manner. After spending nearly a decade working in customer service and banking in the Philippines, Bernadette has been equipped with vital experiences before moving to Dubai in August 2009.

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Chibuzor Nwankwo | Account Manager

Chibuzor Nwankwo

Account Manager
Nigeria

Chibuzor Nwankwo

Account Manager
Nigeria

Chibuzor Nwankwo is an HR Generalist with over 10 years’ hands -on experience in humanitarian and development sectors. Prior to joining CTG, Chibuzor held various Human Resources and Administrative roles with 5 International organizations, namely: Médecins Sans Frontieres(MSF-OCA), International Medical Corps(IMC), Save the Children International(SCI), Creative Associate International and Family Health International (FHI 360). He’s very passionate about bringing succor to people in dire need.  

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Claudious Chiradza | Senior Account Manager

Claudious Chiradza

Senior Account Manager
South Sudan

Claudious Chiradza

Senior Account Manager
South Sudan

Claudious possesses over a decade of HR and Administration experience working in international environments. He believes that client orientation is of paramount importance, and endeavors to give the Consultants the maximum help and support needed. He enjoys the exposure to different responsibilities, working with people from many different backgrounds and diverse professional fields. There is never a dull moment in such an environment, always something new to discover and to learn.

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Coline Chabert | Deputy Country Manager

Coline Chabert

Deputy Country Manager
South Sudan

Coline Chabert

Deputy Country Manager
South Sudan

Coline joined CTG in January 2021 as Account Manager. She is French-speaking and holds a master’s degree in international relationships as well as a master’s degree in geo-economy and risk management at the Institute of International and Strategic Relationships in Paris. After her studies, she moved to South Sudan and worked as a Deputy Country Manager for an international moving company. She is now Deputy Country Manager and helps manage all CTG local and international staff.

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David Joseph | Account Manager

David Joseph

Account Manager
Somalia

David Joseph

Account Manager
Somalia

Kenyan-born David joined CTG in 2022 as an Account Manager in Somalia. He has experience in information management to ensure proper documentation and filing system within our offices. David is a lover of football and his favourite team is Arsenal.

 

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David Owen | Regional Manager

David Owen

Regional Manager
North Africa, Mediterranean & Europe

David Owen

Regional Manager
North Africa, Mediterranean & Europe
David joined CTG in 2021 as Country Manager for Libya. Born and raised in South Africa, he started his career in Sales in the Flavor and Fragrance industry. He later moved into Human Resources and spent several years living and working in Asia Pacific, Middle East and the USA in a variety of industries including the textile, pharmaceutical, healthcare and retail sectors. David is a certified senior and global professional in Human Resources with the American Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and holds degrees in Business and Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of South Africa. He has a home in the mountains of Montana USA where he enjoys the great outdoors.
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Erin Hendricks | Brand Manager

Erin Hendricks

Brand Manager
South Africa

Erin Hendricks

Brand Manager
South Africa

Erin joined CTG full time in January 2019, after working with the Chelsea Group for several months. As Brand Manager, she keeps a keen eye on the strategic communications of the business and its systems, supporting many other departments including Digital, Operations and Business Development. She was an integral part of the launch and running of CTG Learning, as well led the rebranding of CTG’s HR system, Tayo. 

With past experience spanning over 7 years in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, and Digital Content, Erin is passionate about combining strategy with the power of design thinking to solve problems.

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Faisal Jibril Ubale | Field Administrator

Faisal Jibril Ubale

Field Administrator
Nigeria

Faisal Jibril Ubale

Field Administrator
Nigeria

Faisal joined CTG in 2021 as a Field Administrator in Nigeria. He is also experienced in HR and Financial Management with over 11 years in the field of INGO, private oil and gas sector. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Business Administration and Management as well as a Diploma in Accounting and Auditing.

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Felix Walker | Account Manager

Felix Walker

Account Manager
West Africa

Felix Walker

Account Manager
West Africa

Felix joined CTG in January 2022 as a Project Support Officer for Yemen and Somalia. He was working as an Account Manager in Poland focusing on the Ukrainian crisis and now works in West Africa. Felix holds a BA in Oriental Studies from Oxford University, and has had a variety of different commercial and non-commercial experiences in the Middle East and beyond, such as with the United Nations, Caritas Internationalis, the National Bank of Egypt, and Vice News.

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Fitsum Demeke | Project Lead

Fitsum Demeke

Project Lead
Ethiopia

Fitsum Demeke

Project Lead
Ethiopia

Fitsum started at CTG as part of the Rapid Recruitment and Deployment team, which is responsible for recruitment and onboarding of staff. He is now Project Lead in Ethiopia.

Fitsum has a Master of Business Administration from the Swiss Business School, and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from the University of Bedfordshire. With more than 13 years of professional experience in the fields of Human Resources and Administration, he has extensive experience in the Technical Recruitment of white and blue collar for a diverse set of industries.

Originally from Ethiopia, his favorite recreational activity is playing and watching football and tennis; he also enjoys reading and exploring the world.

Fitsum is passionate about volunteering, currently serving as President on the Ethiopian Kids Community under the Ethiopian Embassy in Dubai

Fitsum is Ethiopian and has a son and a daughter.

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Gabriel Gatluak | Field Administrator

Gabriel Gatluak

Field Administrator
South Sudan

Gabriel Gatluak

Field Administrator
South Sudan

Gabriel is currently a Field Administrator in South Sudan. He loves his job despite the challenges that he faces on a daily basis. He believes education is key and loves learning new things. The only problem in his country they have limited opportunities for education due to conflict. Outside of work, he is a member of the church and he loves doing church activities.

 

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Hanna Khalafalla | Assistant Account Manager

Hanna Khalafalla

Assistant Account Manager
Libya

Hanna Khalafalla

Assistant Account Manager
Libya

Hanna joined CTG in 2022 as an Account Assistant and has worked her way to Assistant Account Manager in just a couple of months. Before joining CTG, she worked as a Junior Communication Officer at a Libyan organisation that empowers women and young people to take an active role in decision-making while advocating for their inclusion in the peace process. She has also been involved in graphic design and marketing which allowed her to take a creative approach and adapt and integrate visual concepts in her work and enhance her communication strategies.

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Helen Rees | HR Manager

Helen Rees

HR Manager
Dubai

Helen Rees

HR Manager
Dubai

Helen is CTG’s Executive Assistant providing business support to the Executive Leadership Team but also HR support to all permanent CTG staff.  Helen has extensive PA and Business Support experience in private consultancy services in the UAE and UK local government Children’s Services. She enjoys the variety her role brings every day and ensuring robust systems, processes and policies are in place to help CTG be its most effective. Helen says, ‘Helping people makes me feel great and with CTG I feel I am helping the world too.’

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Iman Shawwa | Regional Director

Iman Shawwa

Regional Director
Middle East & Horn of Africa

Iman Shawwa

Regional Director
Middle East & Horn of Africa

Iman joined CTG on 4 November 2018 as Country Director in Somalia. She is responsible for the overall strategic leadership and direction of the CTG Somalia programme, and achieving the organisational vision, mission and objectives. Iman has a Master of Science Degree in Sustainable Development from the University of London, and specialised in Development Management at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). With more than 24 years of professional experience, of which 17 were acquired working with the United Nations in Palestine and Libya, Iman has extensive experience in humanitarian and socioeconomic development processes, and more specifically with the ‘New Way of Working’ that addresses the humanitarian–peace–development nexus. Iman also has a vast experience in aid effectiveness, programme management and global partnership formulation. Her favourite recreational activity is pilates, which she is very passionate about, and she also enjoys reading and exploring the world. Iman is Lebanese Canadian and has a son and a daughter.

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Jakob Kejerud | Bid Director

Jakob Kejerud

Bid Director
South Africa

Jakob Kejerud

Bid Director
South Africa

Jakob joined CTG in 2018 as the company’s Bid Manager, making him overall responsible for compilation of all proposals. The role primarily entails researching, preparing, writing, managing the bid team and submitting all necessary information required from our clients or potential business associates. Jakob has an MBA in Logistics and International Marketing and has been working in the service sector for more than 10 years. The past 8 years within Bid Management in different companies including two of the largest employers in the world, which has given him great experience in what it takes to win new businesses within the areas of HR, Staffing & Recruitment, Security Services and Facilities Management. A new industry experience for Jakob, he is inspired by the projects that CTG enables in conflict-affected countries around the world.

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Jeanmari Blignaut | Graphic Designer

Jeanmari Blignaut

Graphic Designer
South Africa

Jeanmari Blignaut

Graphic Designer
South Africa

Jeanmari studied BA Information Design at the University of Pretoria where she completed her Honours degree. In 2016, she started her career at a respected design and advertising agency in Cape Town where she refined the skills gained during her time at University. Through working with experienced designers and a range of different types of clients, she has broadened her knowledge and skillset. As a creative, she is always looking for challenging projects to work on and smart people to collaborate with. She likes to explore new and exciting ways to solve the brief and broaden her experience.

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Jonathan Farrell | Project Finance & Payroll Manager

Jonathan Farrell

Project Finance & Payroll Manager
Dubai

Jonathan Farrell

Project Finance & Payroll Manager
Dubai

Jonathan joined CTG in 2016. He was educated in the Middle East and graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, in 2011.With over 5 years’ experience in the financial sector Jon has previously worked for Barclays Bank, Dubai and then Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank He spends a good deal of time in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda. He enjoys travelling and is a very keen golfer.

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Jonty Van Zeller | Strategic Advisor

Jonty Van Zeller

Strategic Advisor
Kenya

Jonty Van Zeller

Strategic Advisor
Kenya

Jonty will be reporting to Global Account Director, Lucy Holliday.

Jonty  founded Alamaya Consulting and oversees the group of companies from East Africa. He has been working in the region for over eight years in the security, defence, logistics and humanitarian sectors.

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Jovany John Mayik | Admin

Jovany John Mayik

Admin
South Sudan

Jovany John Mayik

Admin
South Sudan

Jovany joined CTG in 2019 as a cleaner and 7 months later, was promoted to Field Administrator. He believes he is getting better and better every day in his role with the help and support of his country team and management. His biggest fear is leaving the world before achieving all his goals. He wants to travel to as many places as possible to experience many different cultures.

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Kim Maalouf | Field Liaison Officer

Kim Maalouf

Field Liaison Officer
Dubai

Kim Maalouf

Field Liaison Officer
Dubai

Kim joined CTG in August 2021 as a Junior Field Liaison Officer at our headquarters in Dubai. She grew up in Lebanon but recently moved to Dubai to continue her career. She has a degree in banking and finance with 5 years of experience in banking specifically. Kim is excited to be apart of the CTG team and believes in #enablingchange in the world. She also believes it is a reflection of actions that every person should initiate in order to bring change at the table and this is the main reason for her joining the team. She is always up for a new challenge!

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Koliba Rhoda | Admin

Koliba Rhoda

Admin
South Sudan

Koliba Rhoda

Admin
South Sudan

Koliba joined CTG in June 2021 as an Admin Assistant. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies. Prior to joining CTG, she provided support to local, national and international organisations in community development as well as had the opportunity to handle administrative and clerical duties. As a development practitioner, she is professionally committed to the noble ideal of services to other and passionately driven by the constant pursuit for excellence in service.

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Lina Fouad | Account Manager

Lina Fouad

Account Manager
Yemen

Lina Fouad

Account Manager
Yemen

Lina joins CTG as an Account Manager in Yemen in 2020. Her additional support to our team saw us mobilising 60 consultants for a new project to strengthen resilience of health facilities, ensuring they can respond to COVID-19, and enhancing local referral health systems and access to healthcare services. 

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Lourdes González-Candiani | Ethics & Quality Manager

Lourdes González-Candiani

Ethics & Quality Manager
Dubai

Lourdes González-Candiani

Ethics & Quality Manager
Dubai
From Mexico, Lourdes moved to Dubai in 2018. She has studied and worked in Mexico, Canada, Italy, Argentina, U.S.A. and has a degree in International Relations with a specialisation in Conflict Resolution and Mediation. In September 2019, she joined CTG’s Field Liaison Office (FLO) team, and after a year, moved on to become the Contract Delivery & Compliance Associate. She is responsible for supplier due diligence and assessments, quality management, and disciplinary issues amongst other compliance matters.
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Lucy Holliday | Global Account Director

Lucy Holliday

Global Account Director
MENA

Lucy Holliday

Global Account Director
MENA

Lucy Joined CTG in 2014 having run her own business in Delhi before that. After spending three years based in Kenya and Somalia, Lucy became the Commercial Manager for the MENA region based out of the London office but spending a majority of her time in Tunis, Amman and Beirut. Today she is the Global Account Director.

Lucy enjoys the challenge of operating in high-risk locations and believes it is all made worthwhile by enabling clients to implement humanitarian aid and assistance that otherwise wouldn’t be possible. She’s a yoga nut, with a love of travel and used to ride professionally, representing Great Britain.

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Louisa Elkington | Client Services Director & General Counsel

Louisa Elkington

Client Services Director & General Counsel
Dubai

Louisa Elkington

Client Services Director & General Counsel
Dubai

After graduating with a Modern History degree from Oxford University, Louisa studied further to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. After spending several years working in London and Tokyo for a UK law firm, Louisa left the corporate world to join CTG and lead all the legal and compliance aspects of CTG’s global business. Louisa is responsible for CTG’s internal compliance and quality programmes, including ISO 9001, commercial compliance, Good Governance, labour law and service delivery. In 2017, Louisa’s role also diversified into operations where she is responsible for the standardisation of CTG’s project delivery including mobilisation, reporting and new country start-ups.

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Mary Ellen Havlik | Regional Manager

Mary Ellen Havlik

Regional Manager
West Africa

Mary Ellen Havlik

Regional Manager
West Africa

Mary Ellen, a Canadian living in Nigeria for 16 years, joined CTG in 2021 as the Country Manager. She has over 30 years of professional experience and has worked and volunteered across a variety of sectors. She has held management positions in media relations, corporate services, information management as well as strategic planning.

She has been fortunate to travel with her work to other African locales including Kenya, Uganda, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Senegal, Togo, and South Africa.  She enjoys travel as it gives her the opportunity to meet new people and to explore the cultures and traditions of other world citizens.  As an avid art collector, this also gives her the opportunity to find new artists and invest in their work.

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Mahmoud Shehada | Operations Manager

Mahmoud Shehada

Operations Manager
Gaza & Yemen

Mahmoud Shehada

Operations Manager
Gaza & Yemen

Mahmoud joined CTG as Senior Account Manager for Gaza with duties ranging from HR Operations and logistics to resolving client issues and handling security for his teams. He believes in the power of mentoring and training. With extensive experience in Operational & Field Security Procedures, he teaches security plans to staff and monitors their implementation in the field.  ‘I help the team meet its goals quickly, with a quality of service, and make people feel happy while doing it,’ he says. In 2022, Mahmoud was promoted to Operations Manager covering Gaza & Yemen. 

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Mary Nyahok | Admin

Mary Nyahok

Admin
South Sudan

Mary Nyahok

Admin
South Sudan

Mary joined CTG in 2020 as an Admin Assistant. She has a diploma in Human Resource Management as well as a certificate in International Computer Driving License. She spent 2 years in the field of HR, Finance and Admin but her focus is improving the lives of vulnerable children and communities affected by conflict and natural disaster in South Sudan. She is very proud that CTG empowers women to fully participate in all areas economically.

 

 

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Maxime Biver | Regional Finance Officer

Maxime Biver

Regional Finance Officer
Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia

Maxime Biver

Regional Finance Officer
Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia

Maxime joined CTG full time in October 2021 in South Sudan as a Junior Account Manager. In February 2022, he was promoted to Regional Finance Officer. With a wide range of experience from piloting construction cranes, creating websites to cryptocurrency operations, Maxime is very versatile and is not afraid to take on new challenges anywhere in the world. Maxime did a formation in France, specifically designed for the humanitarian sector to fulfil his desires to help people in need around the world.

When Maxime is not in South Sudan doing everything he can to do the best possible job, he might be scuba diving or travelling in a foreign country to discover new cultures and people.

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Mia Zickerman-White | Shared Value Manager

Mia Zickerman-White

Shared Value Manager
London

Mia Zickerman-White

Shared Value Manager
London

Mia holds a Masters in International Relations from Durham University, and is drawn to the dynamics of international politics and its consequences on the world’s most vulnerable people. CTG’s Social Impact Project Manager, she is intrigued by the role and impact corporate social responsibility can have in fragile and humanitarian contexts, such as through initiatives like CTG’s Female First.

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Michael Olakunle Faniyan | Field Administrator

Michael Olakunle Faniyan

Field Administrator
Nigeria

Michael Olakunle Faniyan

Field Administrator
Nigeria
Michael joined CTG in 2021 as a Field Administrator. Upholding core tenets of humanism and humanitarianism as life principles, Michael is excited about the opportunity to work at CTG. With a Bachelors Degree in the field of Psychology as well as a Bachelors Degree in Law, Michael is a complete humanitarian administrator. When he is not working in the field, Michael is doing creative writing, intellectual/public speaking for knowledge transfer/training and loves to meet other humanitarians.
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Mildred Pabustan | System Analyst

Mildred Pabustan

System Analyst
Dubai
Mildred Pabustan | System Analyst

Mildred Pabustan

System Analyst
Dubai

As a System Analyst, Mildred helps run Tayo, the online HR portal that provides support to our thousands of staff on the ground. Mildred’s goal is to continue evolving the current system so that it is as productive, helpful and enjoyable as it can be. She’s proud that Tayo helps both candidates and staff be time-efficient and productive.

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Mohamed Aghnayah | Account Manager

Mohamed Aghnayah

Account Manager
Libya

Mohamed Aghnayah

Account Manager
Libya

Mohamed joined CTG in 2021 as an Account Manager in Libya. Mohamed graduated from medical university , being a doctor he has a passion for saving and helping the lives of others. That’s one of the reasons he started working for humanitarian agencies. Mohamed loves to travel and is passionate about football, electronics and super cars.

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Nicole Andrews | Social Media Manager

Nicole Andrews

Social Media Manager
South Africa

Nicole Andrews

Social Media Manager
South Africa

Nicole joined CTG in 2021 as a Social Media Manager and is responsible for running CTG’s social media platforms, creating content and engaging communities. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Strategic Brand Communications as well as advanced certificates in Digital Marketing and Performance Media. She believes in creating meaningful content that will bring audiences together as a community and inspire engaging conversations that result in an increase in brand awareness. Nicole has a passion for content creation, social media and brainstorming innovative ideas. Outside of work, she is a mom to a busy toddler and enjoys a good series or book.

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Nicole Malick | Sustainability, Policy and Women's Empowerment Consultant

Nicole Malick

Sustainability, Policy and Women's Empowerment Consultant
Dubai

Nicole Malick

Sustainability, Policy and Women's Empowerment Consultant
Dubai

Nicole has experience working with governments, civil society organizations and multi-national companies, most notably with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Dubai Land Department, and Her Royal Highness Princess Basma’s youth centres.  She previously co-chaired the UAE WEP’s steering committee with our CEO, Alice, and has served on numerous other boards.

Nicole is a recipient of two USAID Meritorious Honors Awards, a U.S. Department of State Meritorious Group Award, and received a service medal from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) for her work in Afghanistan.  She holds a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Administration of Criminal Justice and Psychology, and a Masters’ in Social Work. She also holds a social work license in New Jersey, US, and was nominated as an official Mentor for the National Network for Social Work Management for her commitment to international social work.

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Noor Chaudhry | Legal Counsel

Noor Chaudhry

Legal Counsel
Dubai

Noor Chaudhry

Legal Counsel
Dubai

Noor joined CTG in 2021 as Legal Counsel. She  is an Advocate of the High Courts of Pakistan and holds an LLB (Hons.) from the University of London. Prior to joining CTG, Noor gained extensive legal experience working with a top tier corporate law firm where she also headed the firm’s legal aid initiative. Apart from her legal work, she  taught the International Protection of Human Rights at the university level for over four years. Noor takes a keen interest and has extensively worked in employment and labour law, corporate and commercial transactions and constitutional law.

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Palmer Uzadiyo | Account Manager

Palmer Uzadiyo

Account Manager
South Sudan

Palmer Uzadiyo

Account Manager
South Sudan

Palmer oversees a variety of projects for CTG in South Sudan and is currently working on a refugee camp management project in Bentiu and Malakal.These camps are referred to as POCs –protection of civilian camps – and are comprised of locals internally displaced in their own land majoring due to civil wars and majorly tribal clashes, who are given an opportunity to earn an income and have a livelihood. Her focus is HR management, ensuring the welfare of the team on the ground and overseeing all projects. South Sudan is a tough environment to operate in but Palmer enjoys the problem solving and working in regions that are in urgent need of help. She has worked in majorly conflict-affected areas in South Sudan as well as Gulu, Uganda, on projects that helped child victims of war and internally displaced people.

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Ruphael Pachay Amum Ajak | Admin/Log

Ruphael Pachay Amum Ajak

Admin/Log
South Sudan

Ruphael Pachay Amum Ajak

Admin/Log
South Sudan

Rupheal first joined the humanitarian sector in 2010 with World Vision as Design and Monitoring Evaluation (DME) for 6 months. He then joined MSF and worked in various positions such as a medical interpreter, logistics assistant, finance and HR assistant. He joined CTG in 2019 as Adminstrator/Log.

 

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Syrine Debbeche | Account Manager

Syrine Debbeche

Account Manager
Libya

Syrine Debbeche

Account Manager
Libya

Syrine joined CTG in September 2020 as an Account Manager in the Libya Team. She has a Master’s in Developmental Psychology from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in the University of Tunis in Tunisia.

Humanitarian work has always been Syrine’s calling. She has valuable experience working with the International Organization of Migration (IOM) Tunisia, supporting migrants in accessing support services in Tunisia, as well as with several NGOs, including Creative Associates International.

In her spare time, Syrine enjoys reading, baking and drawing. She is an outgoing person and likes spending time with family and friends. Syrine is very happy to be part of Committed To Good.

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Vanessa McCulloch | Communications Director

Vanessa McCulloch

Communications Director
South Africa

Vanessa McCulloch

Communications Director
South Africa

Vanessa joined the Chelsea Group in 2015, overseeing the marketing for several of the companies including CTG. A Brit living in Cape Town, with a degree in English Literature, she spent 11 years in publishing before taking a side step into the world of marketing. Highlights of the role have included the rebranding of CTG in 2017 and working on the ‘Day In The Life’ campaign that shares stories from the inspiring CTG humanitarians working in fragile and conflict-affected countries. It’s been an exciting journey and Vanessa looks forward to continue sharing CTG’s stories and their commitment as an ethical partner for the humanitarian and development communities.

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Yasmin Hassan | Account Manager

Yasmin Hassan

Account Manager
Somalia

Yasmin Hassan

Account Manager
Somalia

Yasmin manages client contracts in Somalia. She holds a Degree in Human Resources Management and valuable experience from working for NGOs like Save the Children. 

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Yussuf Mohamed Sagar | Field Security Officer

Yussuf Mohamed Sagar

Field Security Officer
Somalia

Yussuf Mohamed Sagar

Field Security Officer
Somalia

Yussuf previously worked with international and local security companies such as IDG / HRM somalia, with UN agencies such as UNICEF Baidoa and UNHCR Mogadishu, and was the head of supervisors and translator/supervisor for the security guards in the compounds .

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Wafa Basha | Client Services Account Manager

Wafa Basha

Client Services Account Manager
Sudan

Wafa Basha

Client Services Account Manager
Sudan

Wafa has been working for CTG’s Sudan office since November 2013, and has filled many roles from account management and accounting, to administration and even driver. Starting out as a Liaison and Administrative Support Officer, Wafa has spent some time in the Dubai head office as a Talent Acquisition Intern. Today she is the Client Services Account Manager in Khartoum.

Through CTG I have had the chance to travel and see my country; I went to Darfur and Kordofan and I don’t think I could have made it without CTG.

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William Magok | Field Administrator

William Magok

Field Administrator
South Sudan

William Magok

Field Administrator
South Sudan

William joined CTG in July 2021 as a Field Administrator. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance and has 4 years of experience working at a humanitarian agency as an Admin Assistant before joining CTG. He uses his tireless energy and positive attitude to encourage others to work hard and succeed. In his free time, he likes to have fun with his teammates and family. He is a firm believer in God and believes nothing is hard in his hands.

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Zainab Ojeifo | Regional Accountant

Zainab Ojeifo

Regional Accountant
Nigeria

Zainab Ojeifo

Regional Accountant
Nigeria

Zainab is a chartered accountant with over 8 years experience in the consulting sector. Before joining CTG, Zainab previously worked in various organisations as a statutory audit team lead. She also served as the CFO of She Writes Woman Mental Health Initiative in the non-profit industry. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Crescent University in Nigeria. In her spare time, Zainab enjoys playing tennis, watching movies, and hanging out with friends.

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Zakar Yahaya | Field Administrator

Zakar Yahaya

Field Administrator
Nigeria

Zakar Yahaya

Field Administrator
Nigeria

Yahaya is a skilled project administrator with experience working with private and public sectors on donor-funded projects in Northern Nigeria. He has tremendous successes in coordinating office operations, travel, and fleet management.  Yahaya has fantastic interpersonal skills and has displayed calm coordination in carrying out tasks. He started his career as an inter auditor and grew into project administration. He is now a Field Administrator for CTG. He has a BSc in Economics from the Bayero University in Kano state Nigeria

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