Roger Burks

Roger Burks is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in multimedia content creation and strategic communication within humanitarian and educational sectors. Currently serving as Content Lead and Communication Officer at UNHCR since January 2018, Roger has effectively managed teams to produce donor-focused content, contributing significantly to fundraising efforts that raised over $1 billion annually. Previous roles include Director of Communications at Emory University, Online Communications Officer at The World Bank, and multiple positions at CARE USA and Mercy Corps, where Roger demonstrated expertise in writing, editing, and managing communications strategies. Roger's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from The University of Kansas.