Caroline Watheka is a seasoned development professional with over 20 years of experience in finance, operations, and grants management, supporting donor-funded programs for major international donors including USAID, the EU, and UNDP. She has successfully managed a grant portfolio exceeding $60 million and administered more than 500 grants of varying sizes, supporting government agencies, international organizations, NGOs, and community-based organizations (CBOs). Caroline has provided strategic leadership in grants management, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, mitigating risks, and strengthening partner capacity. Her work spans complex, multi-country programs across Somalia, Syria, Sudan, and the broader East Africa region. She holds a Master of Science in Organizational Development and is recognized for her strong financial acumen, operational oversight, and ability to build resilient systems that drive impact, transparency, and accountability.