Liza Baran

Liza Baran is an experienced professional currently serving as the Deputy Country Director at Mercy Corps, where leadership responsibilities began in January 2024. Prior to this role, Liza spent several years at the Center for Civilians in Conflict, holding various senior positions including Senior Advisor for Programs and Country Director for Ukraine, focusing on program implementation and growth in conflict areas such as Iraq and Yemen. Earlier positions include Director of Conflict Management Programs at Mercy Corps in Nigeria and Director at the Institute for Negotiation Skills, specializing in negotiation and conflict management training. Liza also worked in strategic roles at the Ukrainian Institute for Public Policy and the International Centre for Policy Studies, showcasing a strong background in program management, fundraising, and international cooperation. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Kyiv National Economics University and a Master's degree in English Language and Literature from Kyiv National Linguistics University.