Karen Hirschfeld

Karen Hirschfeld is a seasoned policy manager and strategic consultant in the international development sector with extensive experience in managing teams and projects across various organizations. Currently serving as the Senior Policy Manager at Oxfam America, Karen advocates for improved aid quality and locally-led development while overseeing policy teams across Europe, Africa, and the US. Previous roles include Principal at Hirschfeld Consulting Services, where strategic consulting services are provided, and Senior Transition Adviser at USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives, focusing on political transitions. Karen has also held leadership positions at Physicians for Human Rights, the International Organization for Migration, and The Asia Foundation, managing programs that address human rights, electoral processes, and community development. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Program Management, Economic Development, and Human Rights from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Psychology from Brown University.