Craig Cowan

Craig Cowan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in grant management and program coordination, currently serving as Senior Programme Officer for the Middle East at Mercy Corps. With a career spanning various leadership roles within the organization, including Director of Programmes - Partnerships and multiple positions focusing on grants management in Syria, Craig Cowan has effectively led large, complex projects throughout their full life-cycle, emphasizing compliance and risk mitigation. Prior to joining Mercy Corps, Craig Cowan worked with the International Fund for Agricultural Development and True Education International Ltd., and gained valuable skills in claims analysis and data gathering while employed at Not Deloitte UK. Craig Cowan holds a Master's degree in International Development from Utrecht University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies from The University of Edinburgh.