Theophilus Thorpe

About Theophilus Thorpe

Results-driven finance executive with 24+ years of experience leading financial management, audit strategy, and risk mitigation across the U.S. government, United Nations, and international NGOs. Proven track record of successfully overseeing multimillion-dollar program budgets, strengthening global audit frameworks, and improving internal controls in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. As a seasoned expert in fraud detection, regulatory compliance, and capacity building, I\'ve advised senior U.S. and host country stakeholders, driving policy transformation and designing globally adopted SOPs in high-risk environments. My leadership experience includes Acting Mission Director and Deputy Director at USAID, as well as Director of Assurance at ChildFund. With fluency in English and basic French, I\'m now seeking senior or executive roles in international development finance, global compliance, or public-private partnerships, leveraging my expertise to drive impact and growth.

Experience

1. Director of Finance Financial Controller

   USAID

   Jan 2011 — Present · Current: Harare, ZW

   Provides high-level financial leadership to missions in Kenya, Afghanistan, Haiti, DRC, and Zimbabwe- Directs audit strategy, risk mitigation, and program oversight across complex country portfolios- Leads teams of analysts; serves as senior advisor to host country and U.S. agency officials- Temporarily served as Acting and Deputy Mission Director, overseeing cross-sectoral program strategy.

Education

• Strayer University

  Bachelor's degree, Accounting

  2005

• Strayer University

  Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Public Administration

  2005 — 2007