Carolina is an international development professional with over 15 years of experience working in sub-Saharan Africa on developing climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies of rural households, strengthening food systems, expanding inclusive market systems, and supporting land and resource rights for local communities. She has successfully managed an array of programs funded by USAID, USDA, Austrian Development Authority, The World Bank, the International Development Finance Corporation, The Royal Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NORAD, DANIDA, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Oxfam/NOVIB, and Norges Vel as well as social responsibility investment projects by The Navigator Company and ENI. Prior to joining Cadasta, she served as Country Director for NCBA CLUSA in Mozambique. She holds an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University, and a BA in International Affairs from The George Washington University.