Jesse Eaves

Jesse Eaves is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in policy and advocacy focused on peacebuilding and child protection. Currently serving as Senior Director of Peacebuilding and Policy Director at Humanity United since January 2015, Jesse coordinates the foundation's Federal policy portfolio. Previously, Jesse held key positions at World Vision US, including Director of Policy and Government Relations and Senior Child Protection Policy Advisor, managing advocacy efforts related to critical child protection issues. Additional experience includes leadership roles at RESOLVE Uganda and Invisible Children Uganda, where outreach initiatives, program development, and grant management were central responsibilities. Jesse holds a Master’s degree in History from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's degree in History, African History, Anthropology, and conflict studies from Denison University.