Julia Kennedy
Sustainability Leader | Collaborative Team Builder | Senior Program Manager | Impact Investor | Climate, Energy, and Conservation Director
- Role
- Division Chief for Africa Bureau Economic Growth, Environment, and Agriculture at USAID
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Julia Kennedy
Over the last19 years I’ve led multidisciplinary teams and programs at the intersection of economic growth, climate change, and conserving a healthy environment for all. I am passionate about supporting stable and prosperous communities at a local, regional, and global scale. My work has spanned government agencies, multilateral institutions, NGOs, and the private sector—delivering impactful results in complex environments across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.I specialize in designing and managing large-scale programs that drive measurable impact. From strategic planning and budgeting to sustainability reporting and impact assessments, I bring a rigorous, outcome-oriented approach to every project. I’ve successfully led diverse teams, fostered high-trust partnerships, and built organizational capacity to meet ambitious development goals.My expertise includes- Empowered Team Leadership & Cross-Cultural Management- Strategic Planning & Program Delivery- Development Finance & Impact Investing- Sustainability Reporting & Impact Measurement- Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building Let’s connect if you’re looking for a trusted partner to lead impactful initiatives, scale sustainable finance solutions, or build high-performing, mission-driven teams.
Experience
Division Chief for Africa Bureau Economic Growth, Environment, and Agriculture
Apr 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Leading several teams of technical experts supporting Africa\'s sustainable development.
Education
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Engineering
American University School of International Service
Master of Arts - MA, Global Environmental Policy
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