Catholic Relief Services Executive and Leadership Team

Sean Callahan, the Chief Executive Officer at Catholic Relief Services, directs the organization's global strategy and operational framework. Callahan guides the overarching mission to alleviate suffering and provide aid to those in need across more than 100 countries, irrespective of race, belief, or nationality. This leadership role ensures adherence to strict standards of efficiency, accountability, and transparency, maintaining the agency's commitment to directing over 92 percent of revenues directly to programs benefiting the poor overseas. Sean Callahan's executive oversight encompasses all facets of international humanitarian efforts, solidifying the organization's impact and reach in critical global regions.

Michel Tankoano, the Chief Financial Officer at Catholic Relief Services, directs the financial strategy and fiscal management of the organization's extensive global operations. Tankoano ensures rigorous financial oversight, maintaining the agency's commitment to efficiency, accountability, and transparency, particularly regarding the allocation of over 92 percent of revenues directly to programs benefiting the poor overseas. This critical role involves managing budgets, financial reporting, and compliance across more than 100 countries where Catholic Relief Services operates. Michel Tankoano's financial leadership safeguards the integrity of the organization's resources, enabling sustained support for vulnerable populations worldwide.

Danusia Dzierzbinski, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Catholic Relief Services, provides senior financial leadership and strategic direction for the organization's global fiscal health. Dzierzbinski ensures the integrity of financial operations, upholding the agency's commitment to efficiency, accountability, and transparency in serving over 100 countries. This executive role is instrumental in managing the financial resources that allow more than 92 percent of revenues to directly benefit the poor overseas. Danusia Dzierzbinski's oversight supports the sustainable delivery of humanitarian aid and reinforces the agency's mission to alleviate suffering worldwide.

Saa Bongono, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Catholic Relief Services, supports the Chief Financial Officer in managing the organization's financial operations and ensuring fiscal responsibility across its international programs. Bongono assists in maintaining strict standards of efficiency, accountability, and transparency, critical for an agency that directs over 92 percent of its revenues to programs benefiting the poor overseas. This role is integral to the financial infrastructure that enables Catholic Relief Services to provide aid in more than 100 countries. Saa Bongono's contributions ensure the sound management of resources dedicated to alleviating suffering and supporting vulnerable populations globally.

Gregoire Jibikilay, the Chief Operating Officer at Catholic Relief Services, oversees the execution of all field operations and program implementation across diverse international settings. Jibikilay ensures that humanitarian assistance reaches over 100 countries efficiently and effectively, adhering to the agency's core principles of aiding those in need without regard to race, belief, or nationality. This executive position is vital for maintaining high standards of operational accountability and transparency, directly impacting the more than 92 percent of revenues allocated to programs benefiting the poor. Gregoire Jibikilay's operational leadership drives the logistical and administrative frameworks necessary for successful, large-scale humanitarian interventions globally.

Leonardo Shamamba, the Chief of Party - U. S. President's Malaria Initiative - PMI REACH Malaria at Catholic Relief Services, directs the implementation and strategic oversight of critical malaria prevention and treatment programs. Shamamba leads efforts to combat malaria in targeted regions, ensuring the effective deployment of resources and adherence to program goals set forth by the U.S. President's Malaria Initiative. This leadership position is vital for coordinating field activities, managing partnerships, and driving measurable health outcomes for affected communities. Leonardo Shamamba's focus remains on advancing the mission to reduce malaria's burden through dedicated, evidence-based interventions.

Karl Lowe, the Chief Information Officer at Catholic Relief Services, architects and executes the technology strategy that underpins global operations. Lowe ensures robust, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure, enabling efficient program delivery and data management across more than 100 countries. This role is critical for maintaining the organization's commitment to transparency and accountability by leveraging technology to track resources and measure impact. Karl Lowe's leadership drives innovation in digital solutions, supporting field teams and enhancing the agency's capacity to respond effectively to humanitarian crises worldwide. The CIO's focus remains on optimizing systems to maximize the direct benefit of aid to impoverished communities.