Nazrawit (Naz) Medhanie

Grant Researcher & Writer

Nazrawit (Naz) Medhanie is a dynamic international development and strategy professional with over 15 years of experience leading programs and teams across sectors including community development, crisis response, and corporate social responsibility. She brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, performance monitoring, knowledge management, and DEI strategy. Naz has successfully led global initiatives with organizations such as USAID, Africa Development Promise, and the Rose Community Foundation, where she directed HR and culture strategies. She has represented her work at international conferences in India and South Africa, authored impactful publications, and served on numerous nonprofit boards. Naz holds a Master’s in International Development from the University of Denver and a BA from Duke University, where she was a scholar-athlete. She is fluent in English, Swedish, and Tigrinya, and has worked in multiple countries including Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, and Sweden.

Years of Experience: 15 years