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Raija-Liisa Schmidt-Teigen

Country Director For Syria | Strategy, Fundraising & Finance, Program Oversight, Team Leadership at Medair

Raija-Liisa Schmidt-Teigen has extensive experience in the humanitarian field, with a focus on program management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Raija-Liisa has worked for various organizations, including Medair and Samaritan's Purse, in different countries such as Syria, Iraq, Turkey, and Haiti. Their roles have involved overseeing projects, managing budgets, coordinating with local authorities and NGOs, and designing and implementing programs to support vulnerable populations affected by conflict and natural disasters. Raija-Liisa's expertise also extends to human resources, where they have been responsible for recruitment, employment contracts, and staff management. Raija-Liisa has demonstrated strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing aid and support to those in need.

Raija-Liisa Schmidt-Teigen attended Prairie Bible School from 1988 to 1992, where they earned a Bachelor of Music degree with a focus on Music Performance, General.

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