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Leadership & Governance

Strong governance that protects program quality and donor confidence.

CEDS leadership combines field delivery experience, financial discipline, and strategic partnerships to ensure high-trust operations.

Dr. James Lado

Executive Director

Leads CEDS strategic direction, humanitarian diplomacy, and institutional growth with over 15 years of field leadership.

Mary Achol Deng

Director of Programs

Oversees integrated programming quality across education, WASH, health, and protection portfolios.

Peter Bol Anei

Director of Finance & Compliance

Ensures accountable stewardship of donor resources through robust compliance and transparent reporting systems.

Governance Commitments

  • Evidence-based program design and adaptive management.
  • Robust financial controls and donor compliance systems.
  • Community accountability through AAP feedback channels.
  • Safeguarding, inclusion, and do-no-harm principles across all interventions.