ANNE Flaker KURTZWEIL
Herndon
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic leader in international development with a focus on strategic planning and resource optimization. Proven track record in shaping agency strategies and fostering partnerships, resulting in enhanced program effectiveness. Committed to advancing education access and advocating for underserved populations through collaborative efforts.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Division Chief
United States Agency for International Development
Washington
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Oversaw USAID's $170 million education portfolio across 18 Asia country offices, ensuring effective coordination and cost-efficient investments.
- Shaped agency education strategy to optimize fund allocation across region.
- Managed cross-functional partnerships that strengthened education initiatives within Asia Bureau.
- Supervised three senior managers while mentoring junior policy professionals in delivering technical advice and advocacy.
- Collaborated with USAID missions to design targeted training that improved staff capacity in foreign assistance areas.
- Briefed international governments and multilateral organizations on agency impacts on regional development and geopolitics.
Youth Advisor
United States Agency for International Development
Washington
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Established and led youth engagement team, improving youth programming across Africa and creating partnerships with USAID missions.
- Managed $80 million Young African Leaders Initiative Legacy Localization program, unifying regional leadership centers, universities, and NGOs.
- Identified synergies with U.S. government initiatives to align efforts for greater impact.
- Forged strategic partnerships and secured funding to meet collaborative objectives.
Director of Education
United States Agency for International Development
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Oversaw USAID/Pakistan's $229 million education portfolio, advancing U.S. government priorities and economic opportunities for underserved Pakistanis.
- Cultivated partnerships with foreign governments, multilateral organizations, NGOs, and private sector to enhance global collaboration in education initiatives.
- Advocated for quality education access for all children in Pakistan, including Afghan immigrants and refugees.
- Oversaw USAID/Pakistan’s Mission Reorganization, ensuring clear communication and smooth organizational transformation.
- Supervised diverse management team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs while leveraging individual strengths.
- Managed office pipeline to maintain healthy spending in accordance with Agency guidelines.
Foreign Service Education Officer
United States Agency for International Development
10.2017 - 08.2021
- Chaired U.S. government's Cross-Agency Education Working Group, coordinating strategic agendas to advance educational diplomacy.
- Co-chaired Egypt's Education Development Partners Group, enhancing communication among multilateral organizations and ministry officials.
- Managed two grants and one contract totaling $49 million, ensuring compliance and milestone achievements in education.
- Collaborated on steering committee with experts to execute thematic Arabic literacy conference for five Middle Eastern ministries.
- Led four-person team to optimize workflow and enhance office operations.
Foreign Service Education Officer
United States Agency for International Development
Washington
05.2016 - 10.2017
- Executed technical analyses to develop reading program in Ethiopia and secure higher education grant in Asia.
Program Coordinator, All Children Reading Project
School-to-School International
Washington
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Monitored Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA) pilot projects across 10 countries to ensure timely execution.
- Facilitated EGRA adaptation workshops and assessor trainings for diverse stakeholders in Africa and Asia.
- Managed consultant contracts effectively, drafting precise scopes of work to outline responsibilities.
Project Coordinator, Reading within Reach Project
University Research Co., LLC
Washington
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Developed annual work plans and tracked project deliverables to ensure compliance with Federal grant requirements.
- Monitored project finances, reconciling expense statements to maintain budget accuracy.
- Coordinated working group meetings and managed travel arrangements to facilitate effective collaboration.
Junior Associate, Women's Empowerment Program
The Asia Foundation
Washington
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Developed gender mainstreaming tool for gender integration across five sectors in 18 Asian field offices.
- Analyzed sector-wide trends to inform communication strategy for technology integration.
Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant
Save the Children International
San Lorenzo
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Conducted qualitative assessment of Quality Learning Environment through focus group discussions and surveys.
- Trained logistical consultants on Quality Learning Environment framework.
Peace Corps Volunteer
U.S. Peace Corps
08.2010 - 11.2011
- Conducted teacher training and seminars on modern teaching methodology for 75 English teachers.
- Facilitated women's leadership training for 40 college students.
Education
Master of Arts - Global Human Development
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY, School of Foreign Service
Washington, DC05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies and Spanish
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
Columbia, Missouri05-2010
Skills
Locations
- Washington, DC
- San Lorenzo, Ecuador
- Kulan, Kazakhstan
- Cairo, Egypt
- Islamabad, Pakistan
Distinctions
School Management and Efficiency: An Assessment of Charter vs. Traditional Public Schools, International Journal of Educational Development (2014)
Websites
Timeline
Education Division Chief
United States Agency for International Development
07.2024 - 07.2025
Youth Advisor
United States Agency for International Development
11.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Education
United States Agency for International Development
10.2021 - 10.2023
Foreign Service Education Officer
United States Agency for International Development
10.2017 - 08.2021
Foreign Service Education Officer
United States Agency for International Development
05.2016 - 10.2017
Program Coordinator, All Children Reading Project
School-to-School International
08.2015 - 05.2016
Project Coordinator, Reading within Reach Project
University Research Co., LLC
02.2015 - 07.2015
Junior Associate, Women's Empowerment Program
The Asia Foundation
09.2013 - 09.2014
Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant
Save the Children International
05.2013 - 07.2013
Peace Corps Volunteer
U.S. Peace Corps
08.2010 - 11.2011
Master of Arts - Global Human Development
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY, School of Foreign Service
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies and Spanish
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI