Serigne Diouf

About Serigne Diouf

I am a strategic and impact-focused leader and social entrepreneur with over a decade of experience driving development outcomes across finance, policy, and institutional strengthening in emerging markets.At the Gates Foundation, I lead financial strategy for high-impact programs spanning Africa and South Asia—mobilizing and aligning funds to advance priorities in gender equality, economic inclusion, and public health. My approach combines analytical rigor with a deep understanding of systems, partnerships, and the political economy of development.My background includes advising mid-market and multinational firms on governance and financial integrity, as well as co-leading transformative initiatives in climate finance, carbon credits and sustainable development. One such initiative conserved over hectares of forest, structured a carbon finance model, and engaged national stakeholders in policy and investment dialogue.I hold an Associate\'s degree in Business from Whatcom Community College, a Bachelor\'s in Accounting from Western Washington University, a Master\'s in Professional Accounting from Eastern Washington University, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an International lens from Eastern Washington University, and Certificates in Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA), Strategic Financial Management and Sustainability Strategies, equipping me with deep technical expertise and strategic leadership capabilities in finance, operations, public sector governance, and organizational management.Whether shaping strategy, building regional partnerships, or overseeing complex portfolios, I bring a leadership style rooted in clarity, collaboration, and results. Trilingual and globally experienced, I operate confidently across technical, political, and cultural dimensions—committed to delivering measurable progress at scale.

Experience

1. Board Advisor

   Pan-African Environmental Conservation And Development Company Pecdc

   Jan 2023 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• International University of Grand-Bassam

  International Business

• Whatcom Community College

  Associate of Arts (AA)

• Université d'Orléans

  L1 & L2

• Eastern Washington University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Eastern Washington University

  Master's degree

• Western Washington University

  Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Team Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media
• Management
• Team Building