Hassan Noor Saadi

Hassan Noor Saadi is an accomplished humanitarian leader with extensive experience in program management and strategic planning across multiple countries in Asia and the Middle East. Currently serving as Regional Director Asia at Save the Children International, Hassan oversees a robust portfolio valued at approximately $300 million, supporting programs in 12 countries and managing a staff of nearly 5,000. Previous roles include Country Director for Somalia, where Hassan significantly expanded the program portfolio from $25 million to over $100 million in three years, and Country Director for South Sudan, focusing on IDP support amid widespread violence. Early career highlights include establishing humanitarian programs in Syria and leading crisis responses in Pakistan, along with serving as Head of Programs at Save the Children UK. Educational credentials include a Master's in Economics from Quaid-e-Azam University and specialized leadership training from Harvard University and the Forward Institute in the UK.