About the ECLT Foundation

Innocent earned his PhD from Wageningen University in the Netherlands focusing on the drivers and effects of smallholder participation in modern agrifood chains. Innocent has over 15 years' development experience, the last 10 years of which were dedicated to working as the Finance Director for Save the Children Norway and Zimbabwe. Innocent joined the ECLT Foundation in September 2010 as Senior Programme Manager and, since October 2022, he holds the position of Executive Director.

Irena holds a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management and Diploma in French Studies from the Geneva University, as well as a graduate diploma from the Management Institute in Brussels. Irena has a diverse background, working in both private and public sectors. She has over 15 years of experience in complex environments, in marketing and sales positions in multinational companies, as well as in management of finance and office administration. She joined the ECLT Foundation in September 2013.

Roi is a Programme Manager with more than four years of experience in the United Nations development system. He has a multidisciplinary background, holding Masters’ degrees in Business Administration, Law and Journalism. Before joining the ECLT Foundation in June 2019, Roi gained academic and professional experience in Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom and Italy, which allowed him to deepen his knowledge of international development and understanding of interacting stakeholders.

Víctor joined the ECLT Foundation in March 2022 as a Communications Manager. Over the past 16 years, he has collaborated with governments, NGOs, multinational companies, and within the UN system in Switzerland and Latin America. Víctor holds several diplomas in Communications and Digital Marketing, as well as a Master’s degree in Legal and Economic translation from the University of Geneva.

Ludivine is a dedicated human rights advocate with more than 6 years of experience working in the non-profit and academic sectors, with a focus on advocacy, project management and research. She holds a Master’s degree in Child Rights from the University of Geneva and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Action from the Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies. Ludivine joined ECLT on March 2023 as an Advocacy and Programme Officer.

Franck is a Finance & Administration specialist in the non-for-profit sector. Franck holds a Master's degree in Finance & Accounting from the University of Aix-en-Provence. Franck now has over 15 years of experience working in Swiss Non-Governmental-Organisation secretariats. On top of his financial expertise, he has developed global NFP organisational management skills.

Vincent has extensive experience in humanitarian and development work. He has managed Water Sanitation and Hygiene programmes in Yemen, Venezuela, and South Sudan, successfully coordinating operations in challenging environments. Vincent holds a Master’s degree in Engineering (Agriculture and Water Management) and a Master’s in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action from Sciences Po Paris. Vincent joined ECLT as a Programme Officer in September 2024.