Wendy Dougherty

About Wendy Dougherty

Strategic Implementation Leader with 20+ years of experience in translating high-level research and data into actionable architecture for social impact projects. Proven track record of launching complex, multi-country initiatives in LMIC contexts using patient capital and performance-based funding models. Expert at navigating the complexity of implementation by identifying bottlenecks, building operational roadmaps, and securing multi-stakeholder alignment from grassroots implementers to senior government officials. Support organizations that aim to scale global impact by transforming ambitious strategy into operational reality through rigorous program design, strategic partnerships, and the development of impact measurement tools for sustainable growth.My core competencies include:Program Design & Launch:Program Architecture & DesignStrategic Grant StructuringLMIC Implementation RiskStrategic Partnerships:Multi-Stakeholder AlignmentGovernment & Ministry RelationsGlobal PhilanthropyCross-functional leadershipConsensus BuildingOperations: Impact Measurement & M & EResource and Budget ManagementChange ManagementProject managementFinancial managementCapacity Building & Talent GrowthBusiness development & pipeline strategyFluent in SpanishMy civic engagement is reflected in my advocacy and leadership roles with the following organizations: CA Interfaith Power & Light, Peninsula Interfaith Climate Action/Climate Justice Action Initiative; Citizens Climate Lobby; National Charity League Board Member; School Board Trustee for the San Carlos School District; Fundraising Chair for Citizens for San Carlos Schools parcel tax and bond measures.

Experience

1. Climatebase Fellow

   Climatebase

   Sep 2025 — Present

   Participating in Cohort 8 of the Climatebase Fellowship, a climate career accelerator for mission-driven professionals.• The CF is a 12-week industry-oriented educational program focused on climate solutions.• Collaborating with a diverse cohort to enhance skills and knowledge in climate-related fields.• Recognized as a Community Catalyst among Cohort 8

Education

• Duke University

  Bachelor of Arts, Comparative Area Studies

  1988 — 1992

• UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS)

  Master of International Affairs, Development Economics, Public Policy and International Development

  1995 — 1997

• Duke University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Economy

Skills

• International Ngos
• Grant Monitoring
• Non-Profit Boards
• Global Health
• Federal Grants Management
• Ngos
• Nonprofits
• Policy Analysis
• Non-Profit Board Development
• Proposal Management
• Social Impact
• Fundraising
• Non-Profit Consulting
• Leadership
• Capacity Building
• Non-Profit Administration
• Strategic Planning
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Financial Management
• Proposal Generation
• Institutional Assessment
• Education
• Program Management
• Project Management
• Impact Measurement
• Strategy
• Business Development
• Management
• Non-Governmental Organizations (Ngos)
• Managerial Finance
• Qualitative Research
• Grants
• Social Impact Assessment
• Organizational Capability
• Spanish
• Spanish Fluency
• Analysis
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Program Evaluation