AFSHAN KHAN
REGIONAL DIRECTOR,
EUROPE & CENTRAL ASIA, UNICEF
PROFILE
Regional Director, Europe & Central Asia, UNICEF
2017 – Present
Director of Emergency Programmes, UNICEF
2014 – 2017
Director of Emergency Programmes, UNICEF
2012 – 2014
CEO, Women for Women International
2008 – 2012
Director of Public-Sector Alliances & Resource Mobilization, UNICEF
2006 – 2008
Associate Regional Director for Eastern & Southern Africa, UNICEF
2006 – 2008
MSc in Public Policy, Johns Hopkins School for Advanced International Studies
2001
KEY INSIGHTS
Throughout her career, Afshan Khan’s work has brought individuals, organisations, and states together in pursuit of common goals to improve the lives of those most vulnerable. Her extensive experience includes leading UNICEF’s office of emergency operations and helping women in countries affected by war and conflict rebuild their lives. On several occasions, her vision of improving the lives of children everywhere has led her on field assignments in countries such as Kenya and Colombia. Consequently, following her vision has given Afshan Khan experience spanning from field work to strategic planning and fundraising.
UNICEF
UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfill their potential. Among other areas, UNICEF promotes education, health, and protection from violence for all children. Founded in 1946, they work with a long list of partners such as civil society groups, companies, and governments to achieve these vital objectives.
