Leila Gharagozloo Pakkala

Leila Pakkala has extensive experience in humanitarian and developmental fields, particularly within UNICEF, where employment began in March 1997. Key roles include Director of the Supply Division, Senior Advisor for Strategic Partnerships, and Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa. Previous positions at UNICEF also encompass leadership in private fundraising, representation in Mozambique and Somalia, and senior programmatic oversight in emergencies and advocacy. Prior to UNICEF, Leila worked with UNDP from October 1993 to February 1997 as an Information Officer in Ethiopia and also served as a consultant in the same country. Earlier experience includes counseling in psychology within the private sector. Leila holds a degree from Shahid Beheshti University, earned from October 1986 to September 1992.