Wife to Uganda'a leading opposition leader, Winifred Byanyima, a grass-roots activist, human rights advocate, senior international public servant, and world recognized expert on women’s rights, has been appointed Executive Director of Oxfam International – a role that provides strategic direction and
coordination for the worldwide confederation of Oxfam affiliates. Ms. Byanyima has held different roles that reinforced the governance of the African Union, and she influenced the international agenda at the United Nations and through her leadership in many coalitions of civil society organizations.
She is recognized for her extensive work in peace-building, budget and electoral reform, and building social coalitions. And she is an authority on the gender dimension of climate change, economic policymaking, and social and economic equality. In her earlier career, she founded a still-thriving NGO in Uganda and served three terms as a member of the Ugandan Parliament as Woman MP for Mbarara Municipality.
From April, Ms. Byanyima will lead Oxfam International, which offers strategic guidance, support, expertise and coordination across Oxfam.
Ms. Byanyima was selected after a global search, led by the Chair of Oxfam International, Keith Johnston, with the help of an international executive search firm. “In an outstanding field of candidates, Winnie stood out as exemplifying Oxfam’s values and ambitions,” he said. “She brings clear vision fired by her commitment to social justice, the toughness of an able negotiator and campaigner, and leadership based on her capacity to inspire and convene, in many circles, cultures and levels.”
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| Winnie Byanyima. |
She has served at several international NGOs and Organisations including United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
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