Celeste Gonda

Celeste Gonda is a seasoned project administrator with extensive experience in public health and research administration. Currently serving as a Senior Project Administrator at PATH since August 2021, Celeste has previously held various roles at the organization, including Project Administrator Officer within the Digital Square initiative. Prior to this, Celeste worked at Fred Hutch as a Research Administrator IV and III from August 2019 to July 2021. Earlier positions include roles such as Grants and Contracts Coordinator at PATH, Advocacy Tracking Coordinator at Community Health Plan of Washington, and a Graduate Intern focused on public space management with the City of Seattle. Celeste began a career in microfinance as a Fellow at Kiva, engaging in in-country projects in Nicaragua and Colombia. Educational qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance and a Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies from the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington.