Executive Vice President, Livelihood & Social Protection

Dr. Tessa Obiageli Anota is a seasoned executive with over 23 years of extensive leadership experience in programme and project management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), training facilitation, strategic planning, research, systems strengthening, organizational development, and performance management.

She holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), along with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Public Health Education.

Dr. Anota is a Certified Management Consultant, a Chartered Strategic Management and Performance Consultant, and an active member of the National Association of Evaluators. Her multidisciplinary expertise and strategic vision continue to drive impactful and sustainable livelihood and social protection initiatives.