Richard H. Hoffman
6216 Old Route 8, Butler,PA
Summary
Visionary and inspiring leader with extensive experience in senior-level NGO management across challenging environments around the world, including as ACBAR Director in Afghanistan, where multi-year funding was secured and PSEA initiatives were enhanced. Proficient in conflict resolution and program design, with a strong track record in building partnerships and empowering communities. Proven ability to drive impactful change in humanitarian response, transition to development activities, and advocate for vulnerable populations. Expertise in the protection and promotion of women and girls as well as youth empowerment initiatives.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development (ACBAR)
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Directed Afghanistan's largest NGO coordination platform, engaging with Taliban authorities, UN OCHA, and donors.
- Spearheaded Technical-Level Coordination Forum, developing a deliverables-based localization roadmap.
- Secured multi-year funding through successful fundraising efforts for ACBAR and member organizations.
- Executed a three-year strategic plan while enhancing PSEA initiatives in collaboration with the UN.
- Reactivated ACBAR's Women's Working Group.
South Sudan Country Manager
Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative (WPDI)
Juba, South Sudan
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Represented WPDI in South Sudan, leading youth empowerment and peacebuilding programs.
- Developed and launched the 'Know Your Rights! Know Your Power!' media campaign, in partnership with UN Women and the Dutch Embassy.
- Oversaw community-level peacebuilding, training, and small business promotion through a network of Community Learning Centers and the Youth Peacemaker Network.
Manager, Coordination Unit
DanChurchAid (DCA)
Juba, South Sudan
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Directed a special unit supporting NGO coordination and humanitarian operations in Sudan’s 'Two Areas'.
Team Lead, Office of Transition and Conflict Mitigation (OTCM)
USAID South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan
11.2015 - 09.2019
- Developed and led VISTAS conflict resolution program, managing over 400 community peace grants.
- Cultivated partnerships with civil society, youth, media, and arts organizations to advance initiatives, with particular emphasis on those assisting highly vulnerable girls and boys.
- Provided technical leadership while representing USAID to local and international stakeholders.
Country Director
Pact South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed donor-funded projects focusing on peacebuilding, low-income women's access to legal services, human rights, and civil society enhancement.
Director of Programs
Miraclefeet
Carrboro, USA
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Managed global pediatric health programs for a U.S.-based start-up.
Chief of Party
International Medical Corps (IMC)
DRC
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Led two USAID-funded projects supporting survivors of sexual-based violence, one focused on provision of medical, legal, and livelihood support services and one focused on Behavior Change Communications strategies and initiatives in cooperation with local Congolese male and female champions for women and girls.
Country Director
International Relief and Development (IRD)
Liberia
06.2009 - 07.2011
- Established IRD's Liberia office and led a USDA-funded McGovern-Dole 'Food for Education' project, improving nutrition and local economic development.
Senior Program Officer
IRD
Erbil, Iraq
02.2009 - 04.2009
- Assisted development of USAID-funded 'Humanitarian Assistance to Iraqis II' project.
Country Representative
CRS
Recife, Brazil
11.2006 - 02.2009
- Oversaw successful redirection and completion of US DoL-funded project against slave labor, including presentation of results to White House in October 2008.
Sub-Regional Representative
CRS
Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan
03.2001 - 10.2006
- Collaborated with local NGO policy lead in Georgian National Commission to Combat Trafficking. Engaged extensively and often with anti-trafficking counterparts from Armenia and Azerbaijan.
- Executed sub-regional management mechanism across three countries to improve regional response.
Country Representative
CRS
Serbia & Montenegro, Yugoslavia
05.1999 - 03.2001
Assistant Country Representative
CRS
Lobito, Angola
06.1998 - 05.1999
Base Manager/Team Leader
CRS
Cubal, Angola
12.1996 - 06.1998
Program Development Manager
Medical Care Development International (MCDI)
Washington, USA
02.1994 - 11.1996
Long-term Consultant
World Bank
Washington, USA
01.1992 - 01.1994
Young Professional
Asian Development Bank
Manila, Philippines
09.1988 - 12.1991
Country Risk Analyst
First National Bank of Chicago
Chicago, USA
06.1984 - 12.1986
Education
Master of Public Affairs - Public Administration/International Studies
Princeton University, School of Public And International Affairs
Princeton05.1984
Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service - International Studies
Georgetown University, School of Foreign Service
Washington05.1980
Skills
- Senior-level NGO management and advocacy
- Child protection and youth empowerment
- Protection and promotion of women and girls
- Fundraising and resource mobilization
- Strategic leadership and change management
- PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse)
- Empowering local communities
- Team building and staff development
- Conflict resolution and peacebuilding
- Program design and implementation
- Proposal writing and editing
- Reporting and media communications
- Humanitarian response and crisis management
- Transition from humanitarian to development activities
- Operations management and donor relations
Affiliations
- Former Director, Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development (ACBAR)
- Manager of Coordination Unit for NGOs in Sudan's 'Two Areas'
- Active engagement with UN, USAID, and major international NGOs
References
Available upon request.
Languages
- English, Native
- Portuguese, Fluent, FSI 4.5
- French, Intermediate/Professional Working Proficiency
- Spanish, Intermediate/Professional Working Proficiency
- Russian, Intermediate/Professional Working Proficiency
- German, Intermediate/Professional Working Proficiency
- Dari, Basic – spoken only
Selected Achievements
- Raised multi-million dollar funding for humanitarian and development programs.
- Implemented high-impact advocacy campaigns for women's and children's rights and combat against sexual and labor trafficking.
- Led successful change management and localization strategies in complex environments.
- Built and managed multi-disciplinary teams across 10+ countries.
- Recognized for integrity, discretion, and effective resolution of sensitive issues.
- Participated in several high-level multi-stakeholder bodies, including TLCF in Afghanistan.
Timeline
Director
Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development (ACBAR)
01.2023 - 12.2024
South Sudan Country Manager
Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative (WPDI)
01.2021 - 12.2022
Manager, Coordination Unit
DanChurchAid (DCA)
11.2019 - 01.2021
Team Lead, Office of Transition and Conflict Mitigation (OTCM)
USAID South Sudan
11.2015 - 09.2019
Country Director
Pact South Sudan
04.2014 - 07.2015
Director of Programs
Miraclefeet
03.2013 - 03.2014
Chief of Party
International Medical Corps (IMC)
08.2011 - 08.2012
Country Director
International Relief and Development (IRD)
06.2009 - 07.2011
Senior Program Officer
IRD
02.2009 - 04.2009
Country Representative
CRS
11.2006 - 02.2009
Sub-Regional Representative
CRS
03.2001 - 10.2006
Country Representative
CRS
05.1999 - 03.2001
Assistant Country Representative
CRS
06.1998 - 05.1999
Base Manager/Team Leader
CRS
12.1996 - 06.1998
Program Development Manager
Medical Care Development International (MCDI)
02.1994 - 11.1996
Long-term Consultant
World Bank
01.1992 - 01.1994
Young Professional
Asian Development Bank
09.1988 - 12.1991
Country Risk Analyst
First National Bank of Chicago
06.1984 - 12.1986
Master of Public Affairs - Public Administration/International Studies
Princeton University, School of Public And International Affairs
Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service - International Studies
Georgetown University, School of Foreign Service