Fofana Ali

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am submitting my application to be considered for executive-level opportunities in Canada. With over sixteen years of international experience within the United Nations system, I have developed strong expertise in program management, strategic coordination, resource mobilization, and institutional communication in complex environments, particularly across West and Central Africa.

My career has allowed me to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage significant budgets, and collaborate with governments, donors, and private sector partners. I am recognized for my ability to build trust-based relationships, anticipate risks, and deliver results in demanding contexts.

Fluent in French and English, with solid experience in diplomacy and communication, I am highly motivated by the opportunity to contribute my skills to Canadian organizations, supporting their strategic development and visibility.

I would be honored to discuss potential opportunities that match my profile and the added value I can bring to your clients.

16+ years of international leadership within the United Nations system, specializing in program and project management, stabilization, and crisis response across West and Central Africa.

Extensive expertise in multi-country coordination, donor-funded projects, and institutional capacity building, with a proven ability to deliver results in conflict and post-conflict environments.

Leadership roles: Interim Head of Stabilization Program in the Sahel, Specialist in Stabilization, Zone Coordinator, Peacebuilding Program Manager, Regional Security Initiative Coordinator, and Civil Affairs Officer.

Strong background in community engagement, conflict prevention and transformation, peacebuilding, and socio-economic reintegration of ex-combatants.

Skilled in budget oversight, resource mobilization, procurement processes, and risk management, ensuring compliance with donor and institutional requirements.

Experienced in high-level stakeholder engagement, representing UNDP and UN missions with governments, donors, civil society, and regional organizations.

Multilingual: Fluent in French, English, German, and Malinke, enabling effective communication in multicultural environments.

Early career as a language teacher (German and French), demonstrating strong communication, training, and mentoring skills.

Recognized for strategic vision, diplomatic communication, and operational rigor

Master’s in International Studies – Université Laval, Québec, Canada (2010) Focus: Global governance, international development, crisis management, and strategic coordination.

Master’s in Communication & Development – Groupe Écoles Ingénieurs AGITEL Formation, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (2007) Focus: Institutional communication, advocacy, and development-oriented messaging.

Bachelor’s in German Language & Literature – Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (2002) Focus: Languages, intercultural communication, and teaching.