Rhonda Gossen is a Canadian humanitarian professional and former diplomat with extensive experience in international development and crisis response. She is currently a senior consultant with the UNDP Crisis Bureau, where she focuses on early recovery, forced displacement, resilience, and strategic planning. Gossen has worked in numerous humanitarian contexts, including the Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh, the Syrian refugee crisis in Lebanon, and in countries such as South Sudan, Nepal, Nigeria, and Afghanistan. She has also undertaken assignments with organizations like UNICEF, UNHCR, and the World Bank.
Previously, she served as a Canadian diplomat in Asia and Africa, including postings in Pakistan, Ghana, and the Philippines. Beyond her operational roles, Gossen has been associated with academic and policy organizations, contributing to discussions on global development and security. She is also a member of the EBBF (Ethical Business Building the Future) network, emphasizing sustainable and ethical leadership practices in global humanitarian and development efforts.
Her career highlights demonstrate a deep commitment to addressing complex humanitarian challenges and promoting innovative, locally led solutions to crises.