Our People

Our Leaders

World Vision East Asia is led by dedicated and passionate leaders who guide and drive our work with children across the region. 
They advocate for children to experience life in all its fullness.

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REGIONAL LEADER

Teresa Ferrari

Teresa Ferrari brings over 20 years of experience leading teams in programme development, project management, fundraising, and external relations.

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Seyong Park
STRATEGY & INNOVATION DIRECTOR

Seyong Park

Seyong Park is responsible for strategic direction and innovation solutions of the East Asia Region Office and Field Offices across East Asia.

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Lindsey Ruffolo
EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR

Lindsey Ruffolo

Lindsey Ruffolo leads external engagement functions, including advocacy and campaigns, communications and media, and fundraising.

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Dan Mtonga
PROGRAMME QUALITY & IMPACT DIRECTOR

Dan Mtonga

Dan Mtonga has vast experience in humanitarian emergency affairs, sponsorship, faith and development, programme design, M&E, and research.

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Deepak Raj Bhat
FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

Deepak Bhat

Deepak Bhat provides advisory and leadership support in finance, supply chain, and risk management.

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Uyen Thu
People & Culture Director

Phan Thi Uyen Thu

Thu provides leadership in the areas of People, Culture & Organisational Development, unlocking the full potential of World Vision’s human resources.

Our Technical Experts

Our team of technical experts at World Vision East Asia brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the table, enhancing our programme design and fostering networking for strengthened collaboration. With their diverse backgrounds and specialised knowledge, they play a pivotal role in driving impactful initiatives across the region, ensuring that our efforts are tailored to meet the unique needs of children and communities. 

Faith Sy
CHILD PARTICIPATION & MOBILISATION ADVISER

Faith Richelle Bullecer

Faith Richelle Bullecer leads strategic and meaningful child participation and mobilisation networks, engaging as a ‘thought leader’ with external...

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Amy Collins
Child Protection & Safeguarding Adviser

Amy Collins

Amy comes with more than 15 years of experience in child protection, social systems strengthening, and youth/adolescent engagement.

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Darrel Flores
Evidence, Impact & Research Manager

Darrel Flores

Darrel Flores works with Field Offices to generate research interest, improve technical branding, influence key donors, and foster adaptive management...

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Dr. Salmon Jacob
CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION ADVISER

Dr. Salmon Jacob

Dr. Salmon Jacob is responsible for strategic guidance and technical support towards strengthening World Vision's climate actions in East Asia.

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Mona Mariano
GENDER EQUALITY & SOCIAL INCLUSION ADVISER

Mona Mariano

Mona comes with more than 15 years of experience in gender and development, programme management, civil society strengthening, and youth engagement.

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Alexander Abihud Pandian
WASH PROGRAMME ADVISER

Alexander Abihud Pandian

Alexander Pandian's expertise lies in WASH programme development, technical support and strategic planning. 

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Margarettha Siregar
SENIOR HUMANITARIAN & EMERGENCY AFFAIRS MANAGER

Margarettha Siregar

Margarettha Siregar brings 2 decades of expertise in disaster risk reduction, emergency response, and advocacy in emergencies.