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Leadership in community organization
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Abdoulaye Zoromé

Ouagadougou

Summary

Development professional with over 14 years of experience in promoting good governance, economic development, and international cooperation. Proven expertise in designing, managing, and evaluating large-scale donor-funded projects that foster resilience and sustainable development in fragile contexts. Excellent interpersonal skills that support sustained engagement with national and international stakeholders and effective influence on policy development.

Experienced with project planning, scheduling, and execution. Utilizes methodologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Track record of successfully managing project risks and fostering collaborative team environments.

Project management professional committed to delivering project excellence. Proven track record of managing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Skilled in strategic planning, resource allocation, and effective communication.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Management Specialist - Peace and Governance

USAID/Burkina Faso
07.2021 - Current
  • Manage peace, security, and governance projects under the Bridge and Resilience in the Sahel Enhance (RISE) II program
  • Serve as Program Manager (Agreement Officer Representative) for multiple governance, human rights, and elections activities totaling $41M
  • Design programs to address emerging needs and challenges in the governance sector
  • Inform strategic decision-making and assist the US Embassy in developing its positions and vision for investing in Burkina Faso
  • Provide technical advice to partners and US government officials on project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and financial oversight
  • Oversee resource management and engage with high-level representatives within and outside the U.S
  • Government
  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government officials, donors, and civil society organizations
  • Serve as focal point for FSN Committee to advocate for better employment practices and empowerment
  • Key Achievements:
  • Coordinated visits from high-level officials (Victoria Neuland, U.S
  • Congress Staff Delegation, and Assistant Administrator Monde)
  • Strengthened USAID's Foreign Service National engagement strategy

Economic & Commercial Affairs Specialist

U.S. Embassy, Burkina Faso
05.2015 - 07.2021
  • Designed, managed and evaluated the U.S
  • Ambassador's Special Self-Help grants impacting over 500,000 individuals
  • Provided policy and contextual analysis and strategic advice to the Ambassador and senior leadership
  • Evaluated and coordinated 47 foreign assistance programs focused on economic development, health, and clean water access in rural communities across Burkina Faso
  • Led the preparation of annual reports for the US State Department on Child Labor, Fiscal Transparency, and Investment Climate
  • Identified entry points for American businesses in Burkina Faso to promote U.S
  • Commercial interests
  • Key Achievements:
  • Secured funding for three countering violent extremism grants in the Sahel region
  • Successfully organized July 4th commercial trade fairs and fundraising events (2015-2019)
  • Honor Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou, (February 2021)
  • Mission Honor Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (December 2021)
  • Customer Service Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (2019, 2015)
  • Extra Mile Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (2018)
  • Meritorious Honor Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (2017)
  • Superior Honor Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (2016)
  • Eagle Award, U.S
  • Embassy Ouagadougou (2016)

Public Diplomacy Support Specialist

U.S. Embassy, Burkina Faso
10.2011 - 05.2015
  • Designed and implemented 10 programs supporting alumni from US government sponsored exchange programs including Fulbright, Humphrey, and the International Visitors and Leadership Program (IVLP)
  • Led over 25 outreach initiatives promoting democracy, rule of law, and economic development
  • Evaluated performance of countering violent extremism (CVE) grants and ensured compliance with federal assistance regulations

Assistant to the U.S. Treasury Resident Advisor

U.S. Treasury / Metrica Inc., Burkina Faso
06.2010 - 10.2011
  • Assisted in designing a transparent, user-friendly budget forecasting model that is still in use in Burkina Faso
  • Compiled data from the national tax administration, customs, and treasury departments
  • Coordinated training sessions for government officials on budget forecasting and accountability

Intern

United Nations, New York
06.2009 - 07.2009
  • Reviewed and provided comments on 100 quadrennial reports submitted by NGOs to the UN Economic and Social Council
  • Assisted in organizing the Cyber Hate seminar at the UN Secretariat
  • Conducted research on the participation of sub-Saharan African NGOs in UN programs

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations

Webster University
St. Louis, Missouri
12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Webster University
St. Louis, Missouri
05.2008

Licence - Anglophone Studies

Université de Ouagadougou
06.2005

Skills

  • Program and Project Management (Grants, Governance, Economic Development)
  • Policy Advising, Strategic Planning and Impactful Program Design
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
  • Financial and Resource Management
  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)
  • Risk Analysis and Conflict Resolution
  • Strong, positive, and recognized personal and interpersonal skills
  • Project planning
  • Scope definition
  • Requirements analysis
  • Project evaluation

LANGUAGES

English (Fluent)
French (Fluent)
Mooré (Native)
Dioula (Fluent)

Leadership in community organization

President, Association Bon Voisinage Viim Neere
Elected for a three-year term (2022–2025)

  • Spearheaded a successful $20,000 fundraising campaign through Spirit of America to fund key community projects, including the construction of a multipurpose court, a sidewalk around the community center, and the creation of a mini library using a repurposed 20-foot shipping container.
  • Raised an additional $1,000 through personal connections to create a children’s play area, featuring a swing, merry-go-round, and slide, enhancing neighborhood amenities for families.
  • Led and organized multiple community-building events, such as two African storytelling concerts, a diabetes screening day, and a neighborhood-wide trash can distribution initiative (20 units), improving cleanliness and civic pride.
  • Directed seasonal park revitalization efforts, including tree planting and post-rainy season park cleanups, reinforcing a tradition of environmental stewardship.
  • Fostered interfaith dialogue and unity by organizing an interfaith iftar event during Ramadan, providing an opportunity for neighbors from diverse religious backgrounds to come together and share a meal.
  • Collaborated with local volunteers, businesses, and organizations to support community engagement and create a more connected, vibrant neighborhood.

Timeline

Project Management Specialist - Peace and Governance

USAID/Burkina Faso
07.2021 - Current

Economic & Commercial Affairs Specialist

U.S. Embassy, Burkina Faso
05.2015 - 07.2021

Public Diplomacy Support Specialist

U.S. Embassy, Burkina Faso
10.2011 - 05.2015

Assistant to the U.S. Treasury Resident Advisor

U.S. Treasury / Metrica Inc., Burkina Faso
06.2010 - 10.2011

Intern

United Nations, New York
06.2009 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Webster University

Licence - Anglophone Studies

Université de Ouagadougou

Master of Arts - International Relations

Webster University
Abdoulaye Zoromé