Hyunsuk Kim

Results-oriented WASH Specialist with over 7 years of experience in international development, specializing in climate-resilient water supply and sustainable water resource management in East Africa. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex ODA projects in partnership with UN agencies (UNICEF), particularly in Turkana County, Kenya, focusing on strengthening institutional and community resilience against climate-related WASH crises. Proficient in evidence-based monitoring and evaluation (M&E) using data management and visualization tools including mWater, KoboToolbox, Python and GIS to ensure project transparency and measurable impact.

Proven leader in steering multicultural teams with a strong commitment to SDG-driven strategies and inclusive WASH services for vulnerable populations.

Program Manager at Korea International Development Cooperation Agency (KOICA) (2025-12 – Present)

• Project Management: Manage and coordinate Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects in partnership with UN agencies, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and technical consultants.
• Performance Monitoring: Lead project performance management, including results framework tracking, indicator monitoring, and reporting in alignment with KOICA and partner guidelines.
• Evaluation & Risk Control: Oversee project monitoring and evaluation (M&E), executing field monitoring missions, progress reviews, risk identification, and adaptive management.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Organize high-level stakeholder meetings, workshops, and field steering committees to strengthen institutional implementation and partnership engagement

Senior Project Manager at Team & Team International (2022-10 – 2025-08)

• Operations & Strategy: Led climate-resilient water supply and resource management projects across East Africa, focusing on climate action, disease mitigation, and effective project operations aligned with donor requirements.
• M&E: Designed and implemented comprehensive project M&E frameworks; conducted field surveys and analyzed data to measure outcomes and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Data-driven Reporting: Prepared and submitted high-quality donor reports using data visualization platforms (KoboToolbox, mWater) to clearly communicate field progress and impacts.
• Capacity Building: Developed and delivered technical capacity-building programs for internal staff and field teams to support long-term project sustainability.
• Team Leadership: Served as team leader, remotely overseeing team performance, cross-border reporting, and HR management for multicultural staff members.

Program Officer at Good Neighbors International (2020-01 – 2022-09)

• Managed WASH and public health projects, including regional COVID-19 responses, ensuring achievement of key indicators and compliance with international donor requirements.
• Monitored project performance, conducted multi-sectoral needs assessments, and developed new water supply initiatives in rural areas.
• Prepared and submitted comprehensive donor reports, contributing directly to sustained institutional funding and project expansions

Young Professional (YP) at Team & Team International (2019-01 – 2019-07)

• Supported the formulation of new WASH projects for West African countries by conducting rigorous background research and assisting in establishing project logical frameworks.
• Assisted with project administration, including budget management and systematic review of expenditure documentation to ensure transparency.

PD at Korea Green Fund (2018-02 – 2018-08)

• Organized and executed online and in-person fundraising events to support environmental advancement across Asia, successfully engaging diverse donor groups.
• Planned and implemented mangrove sponsorship campaigns to promote climate change mitigation and increase public participation in ecological restoration

(Consultant) Project Development Consultant at KOICA CSO Partnership Program Incubating (2025-03 – 2025-07)

• Led the participation of a Korean CSO in KOICA projects as a project development specialist, providing guidance throughout the project design process and the development of logical frameworks.

(Consultant) M&E Specialist (water sector) at KOICA Implementation Survey (2025-04 – 2025-05)

• Conducted context analyses, developed implementation strategies, and facilitated stakeholder consultations to establish project frameworks.

MASTER’S DEGREE in Water Management for Development – Loughborough University

BACHELOR’S DEGREE in Sports Medicine – Kyung Hee University