Andre Deponti Afonso
Deputy Director @Safe Abortion Action Fund Saaf
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WORK HISTORY
Deputy Director @Safe Abortion Action Fund Saaf
Berlin, DE
This is a strategic leadership role, in which I am responsible for the design and implementation of SAAF’s program and grant making strategies. I led the process of re-imagining SAAF’s grant making approach, to address inherent power imbalances and ensure that we are a grantee-centric funder.I manage and develop relationships with SAAF\'s grantee partners and provide leadership and management to the SAAF program team. I manage the process of grantee selection and the overall management of the portfolio, ensuring alignment with SAAF\'s program strategy and theory of change. With a team of three direct reports, I oversee the design and delivery of the capacity development and movement building work of SAAF.
EDUCATION
Instituto Rio Branco
Foundation degree, International Relations and Diplomacy
UCL - University College London
Master of Science (MSc), International Public Policy
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT ANDRE DEPONTI AFONSO
I am a seasoned non-profit leader and human rights advocate with significant experience in strategic grantmaking and international program management. I specialize in developing and implementing innovative grantmaking strategies that address power dynamics, enhance grantee partnerships, and foster inclusive, equitable practices.
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