“I worked for John when he was Mercy Corps’ Director in China and it was one of the best experiences of my career! John is talented in understanding a team’s strengths and weaknesses, allowing him to provide guidance and earning him the respect of the team along the way. Personally, I felt that I always had his trust and that allowed me to realize my full potential. Unlike some leaders, John was always decisive, never ambiguous. He had the entire trust of the team as a leader, even during the emergency response to the Lushan Earthquake. His strategic acumen allowed him to grasp the core problems within a complex context allowing work to move forward despite challenges. The Chinese context is always challenging for foreigners, and perhaps even more so for NGOs operating in sensitive rural areas. John led the organization to not only implement its programs successfully, but built positive and constructive partnerships with the government. I attribute this to his wisdom, diplomatic skills and political savvy. John exemplifies the best qualities of a good leader, and I have been privileged to have had the opportunity to work with him.”
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In case you missed it, charity: water was awarded the Halo Award for Nonprofit of the Year (alongside Google as Corporation of the Year) by Engage…
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InterAction
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Disaster and Humanitarian Relief
InterAction is the largest association of US-based, International Non-Governmental Organizations. InterAction is a convener, thought leader, and voice for NGOs working to eliminate extreme poverty, strengthen human rights and citizen participation, safeguard a sustainable planet, promote peace, and ensure dignity for all people.
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The ReBuilding Center of Our United Villages
- 5 years
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As a member of the Board of Directors, I supported the organization's efforts in strategic planning, organizational development, programmatic expansion and governance.
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Chinese
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French
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