Henry Gribbell

About Henry Gribbell

From my initial background as a 16 year old intern at the Massachusetts State House I have built a solid base of professional experience. I translated my quickly-learned passion for policy into a major in International Affairs. I strengthened my research skills through policy papers sponsored by the State Department; and I learned about the private sector\'s stake in geopolitics through my internship with an EU Lobbying Firm.By the time I graduated I had turned my solid base into a pillar of skill. I have been able to flex those skills through my time at CAF America. Starting as a risk-focused Associate I learned the ins and outs of international regulations. I reviewed hundreds of charities\' applications and honed my complex problem solving skills. Those skills proved a boon when I was promoted to Senior Project Associate where I carried out training and resource organization for the department. I introduced a mentorship program to help new hires learn better and faster and developed a deep appreciation for the understanding that teaching provides.My skills and newfound understanding saw me again promoted to Officer - Team Lead. Now managing 6 individuals I have improved upon the speed of my complex problems solving. I have become adept at program management and juggling competing priorities. I improved my team\'s metrics by 77% in one year and I am always looking for a new challenge.

Experience

1. Assistant Director

   CAF America

   May 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Direct management of Expenditure Responsibility Teams conducting due diligence services.Supports the conceptualization and implementation of strategic and operational objectives.Collaborates with externally facing teams to establish functional and reciprocal donor relationships while ensuring achievable programmatic SLAs and outcomes.Maintains a deep understanding of the regulatory environment, sanctions management, as well as anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing practices.Maintains and reports on departmental outcomes, KPIs, and capacity in order to appropriately manage staffing and budgetary planning.

Education

• American University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, International/Global Studies

• Waring School

  High School Diploma

• The George Washington University

  Master of Arts, International Development Studies

• American University

  EU in Action