Brian Thomson

Brian Thomson is a seasoned communications and advocacy professional currently serving as the Senior Specialist for Communications and Advocacy at IFAD since January 2013, where responsibilities include managing a communications team, developing media products, and engaging in key international processes such as UNFCCC. Prior to IFAD, Thomson held the position of Deputy Director of Communications at IUCN from January 2008 to December 2012, where efforts focused on developing communication strategies and managing a team of experts across various platforms. Earlier experience as Media Relations Manager at WWF from January 2004 to December 2007 involved overseeing international communications for key environmental programs and producing multimedia content. Thomson holds a BA Hons in Economics and Politics of the Middle East from SOAS University of London, earned between 1985 and 1988.