Binta Ceesay is a seasoned international development practitioner with over 15 years of experience, currently serving as the Director at CICE's Foods. In this pivotal role, she is instrumental in guiding the strategic vision and planning necessary to advance the objectives of the startup company....
Binta Ceesay is a seasoned international development practitioner with over 15 years of experience, currently serving as the Director at CICE's Foods. In this pivotal role, she is instrumental in guiding the strategic vision and planning necessary to advance the objectives of the startup company. Binta's expertise spans agribusiness, policy reform, and gender inclusion, allowing her to effectively navigate complex landscapes and drive impactful change. She is particularly focused on enhancing youth employment and local food systems, promoting High Margin Agriculture, and fostering entrepreneurship within underserved communities.
At CICE's Foods, Binta leads key projects that aim to create sustainable opportunities for local farmers and entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships and financial management. Her commitment to mentoring women entrepreneurs is a cornerstone of her work, as she believes that empowering women is essential for achieving broader economic growth and social equity. Binta employs rigorous policy analysis and logical framework analysis to inform her strategies, ensuring that initiatives are not only innovative but also grounded in evidence-based practices.
With a goal-oriented mindset, Binta is adept at aligning the company's objectives with the needs of the community, facilitating a collaborative approach that engages civil society stakeholders. Her proficiency in Stata and other analytical tools enhances her ability to assess program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. Through her leadership at CICE's Foods, Binta Ceesay is not only shaping the future of agribusiness but also creating a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities, fostering resilience and prosperity in the process.
