Hi, I'm Frances Tish - Head of Partnerships at Friends
I'm driven by a passion for empowering the next generation globally. I thrive on designing impactful development programs and forging strategic partnerships across diverse landscapes to foster growth and unlock potential for youth.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Managed international development programs in over 8 countries, from Ukraine to Zimbabwe.
Currently focused on forging strategic partnerships to enhance global youth empowerment initiatives.
Can help others by providing expertise in program design, capacity building, and international partnership development.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Roles in Exchange Programs
Gained early experience coordinating international educational exchanges, honing skills in logistics and cross-cultural communication.
✦ Program Coordination
✦ Cultural Exchange
Expanding Impact in International Development
Transitioned to broader program management roles, focusing on capacity development and business growth in multiple countries.
✦ Program Management
✦ Capacity Development
✦ Business Development
Strategic Partnerships & Global Reach
Currently focused on building strategic partnerships to enhance program effectiveness and expand international development reach.
✦ Partnerships
✦ International Development
✦ Youth Empowerment
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Program Architect
Designing and implementing impactful development programs across diverse international landscapes.
✦ Managed programs in over 8 countries, from Ukraine to Zimbabwe.
✦ Expertise in youth empowerment, business development, and capacity building.
✦ Proven ability to adapt strategies to unique cultural and economic contexts.
Partnership Catalyst
Forging strategic alliances to amplify reach and drive collective success in development initiatives.
✦ Skilled in identifying and cultivating partnerships for program growth.
✦ Experience in resource mobilization and stakeholder engagement.
✦ Facilitated collaborations across governmental, non-profit, and private sectors.
Youth Empowerment Advocate
Dedicated to nurturing the potential of young individuals through targeted development and training.
✦ Passionate about supporting youth to achieve their highest potential.
✦ Experience in designing and delivering training programs for young leaders.
✦ Focus on building skills for future career and personal success.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with global leaders in international development and youth empowerment.
✦ Exploring innovative strategies for sustainable program growth and impact.
✦ Discovering opportunities to collaborate on large-scale youth development projects.
I can help with
✦ Offer insights on effective program design for youth empowerment initiatives.
✦ Share strategies for building and managing international partnerships.
✦ Provide expertise in capacity development for organizations in developing regions.
I would love your help on
✦ Learn about emerging trends in sustainable development funding.
✦ Get connected with organizations focused on workforce development for marginalized youth.
✦ Seek advice on navigating complex regulatory environments in new international markets.