Kim West

Executive Associate

Kim West is a strategic and compassionate leader with over 30 years of experience driving impactful change across global NGOs and the private sector. Her expertise spans governance, organizational development, program strategy, and volunteer management, with a track record of transforming teams, securing multi-million-dollar funding, and leading inclusive initiatives across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the UK. As a consultant, Kim has advised organizations such as CHRI, DAI Global, and the Danish Refugee Council, delivering solutions in governance, reintegration, and strategic planning. Previously, she held senior leadership roles at African Initiatives, United Purpose, and VSO International, where she advanced inclusive education, gender equality, women/girls, indigenous communities and youth economic and social empowerment. Kim also brings valuable private sector insight from earlier leadership roles at TD Financial Group, Kraft Foods, and Sun Life Financial. She is known for her adaptive leadership, commitment to social justice, and ability to align mission-driven work with measurable outcomes.

Area of Expertise:
Kim’s predominant areas of expertise is in Strategic Planning, Program Management and Board training, Management and Governance.  She also has extensive expertise in Development Program Review and Expansion Strategies. Donor and Constituent Engagement;  and International Fundraising.

Experience:
International Development

Fundraising Must Have:
Successful international fundraising must be informed by donor priorities and the competitive landscape. It should clearly establish the organisation’s legitimacy and credibility, present a well-defined program of work grounded in a logical Theory of Change, and include measurable outcomes that demonstrate both impact and value for money.