Jessica Varat

Senior Development Manager, Climate, Economics, And Finance at World Resources Institute

Jessica Varat is a Senior Development Manager at the World Resources Institute, specializing in climate, economics, and finance since January 2018. Varat manages the USAID Countering Nature Crime Activity, overseeing a $25 million initiative to combat illegal environmental practices and serving as the primary liaison for donor and consortium partners. Previously, Varat held significant roles at the Pan American Development Foundation and Partners for Democratic Change, focusing on business development and project management across Latin America and the Caribbean. Varat's early career included consulting for the World Bank and management positions in various organizations, all emphasizing conflict resolution and social advocacy. Academic achievements include a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy from The Fletcher School at Tufts University and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Spanish from Wellesley College.

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