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The Modern Humanitarian and International Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact During Uncertainty as a NGO Leader While

Aid for Aid Workers
Leadership
Team Empowerment
Humanitarian Leadership
Coaching
Time Management
Burnout
Empowerment
Productivity
High Performance Syndrome
Stress Management
Humanitarian Sector
Leadership Style
NGO Leadership
International Development
Team Development
Leadership Styles
Team Motivation
Trust
Personal Development
Aid For Aid Workers

Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact — without the overwhelm and burnout? This podcast is for NGO, INGO and UN leaders who want to build high-performing, empowered teams in uncertain and stressful environments — while protecting their time, energy, and wellbeing. Each week, you’ll learn practical, coaching-informed strategies to help you: - ... more

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Latest Episodes

Do you ever reach the end of the week wondering where all your time went—even though you never stopped working?

Many humanitarian, development, and nonprofit leaders feel frustrated because they’re constantly busy but rarely feel productive. Between... more

Are you spending hours trying to make your work perfect only to feel more stressed, overwhelmed, and behind?

Many humanitarian and nonprofit leaders believe perfection equals professionalism and impact. But in reality, perfectionism often creates an... more

What if the reason your team isn’t bringing better ideas isn’t a lack of creativity—but the way you’re leading conversations?

Many leaders unintentionally shut down deeper thinking by jumping in too quickly with solutions. In this episode, Torrey ex... more

Are you really procrastinating…or are your thoughts keeping you stuck?

Many leaders assume procrastination is a discipline or time management problem, but the real issue often lies deeper in the way we think. In this episode, Torrey explores how per... more

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Birgit Hermann
Leadership coach, ocean and climate advocate, author of BOLDER
Self-employed (Social Impact Leadership Consultancy)
Episode: How Smart NGO Leaders Use Imposter Syndrome as a Growth Signal
Fiona MacCaulay
Founder and CEO of The WILD Network
The WILD Network
Episode: The WILD Factor: What High-Performing NGO Leaders Do Differently
Steven Puri
CEO of The Sukha Company, with experience in leading global remote teams in the film industry
The Sukha Company
Episode: Leadership at a Distance: How to Build a High Performing Team While Working Remotely as a NGO Leader
Pravat Gurung
Deputy Director at the Asia Foundation in Nepal with over 12 years of experience in the development sector.
Asia Foundation
Episode: How to Make More Impact by Saying No to More Things as a NGO Leader with Pravat Gurung
Ross Coxon
Director of Client Delivery for Humentum with over two decades of experience in development and training
Humentum
Episode: How A Modern NGO Leader Survives Change and Other Best Practices
Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken
Has three decades of experience helping leaders in civil society manage change, invest in cutting edge leadership development, and strengthen their effectiveness.
Host of the NGO Soul and Strategy Podcast
Episode: Essential Leadership Qualities to Meet the Changing Demands of the Humanitarian and Development Sectors - Part Two
Kofi Dugu
A leader referenced in the episode who shares insights through the use of African proverbs.
Episode: 3 Tips to Immediately Make a Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
Kofi Duku
Director of Water Quality and Service Delivery at Saha Global
Saha Global
Episode: How Leading from Behind Helps You Get Ahead as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader

Host

Torrey Peace
Host of the show; leadership coach; founder of Aid for Aid Workers

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • great resource for leaders!

    This podcast is a must-listen for anyone passionate about making a difference in the humanitarian and development sectors. Torrey does an incredible job of introducing cutting edge coaching concepts to a field that so badly needs fresh, innovative, effective approaches to leadership! Torrey delivers insightful, thought-provoking content that combines her deep experience with practical, actionable leadership advice. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this podcast is an i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katie✨🪄
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 stars

    A very useful and insightful podcast for humanitarian/development leaders. Worth a listen and follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FarahG123
    United States2 years ago
  • Actionable and Useful

    Practical advice for leaders grounded in a helpful and prove coach-approach mindset. Invest this time in yourselves, caring leaders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathryn878
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiring Positive Change!

    This podcast is insightful, providing unique perspectives, practical tips and strategies for international aid workers who are navigating challenges and complexities in the field. This is an exceptional resource for those striving to make a difference in the world!

    Regards,

    @drMensimah

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @DrMensimah
    United States2 years ago
  • Helpful and practical

    I find every episode to be helpful loaded with practical tips I can implement immediately!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kyle Pearce
    Canada2 years ago

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- Short, actionable episodes balance theory with real-world prompts.
- Guests and coaching perspectives are described as insightful and inspiring.
- Practical, coaching-informed guidance that listeners can apply immediately.
- Viewers appreciate candid discussions on burnout, time management, and leadership maturity.
- The host's experience in humanitarian settings lends credibility and relevance.

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The WILD Factor: What High-Performing NGO Leaders Do Differently
Q: What should leaders who feel stretched take away from attending this year's forum?
Leaders should invest in themselves now because the forum offers a bucket of inspiration, concrete takeaways, and tools to lead more effectively, plus networking with a diverse, global community and ongoing leadership development opportunities over the following months.
The WILD Factor: What High-Performing NGO Leaders Do Differently
Q: Can you describe the in-person and online formats of the WILD Forum and why they're designed that way?
The in-person Leadership for Social Impact Forum in Washington, DC, is paired with a separate online forum to ensure a high-quality, interactive experience for virtual participants, with content spread across 25 time zones and speakers from around the globe.
The WILD Factor: What High-Performing NGO Leaders Do Differently
Q: What does WILD stand for, and what led you to create it?
WILD stands for Women for Impactful Leadership in Development. Fiona explains the gap she saw after her Stanford program and how she wanted to bring evidence-backed leadership learning to women across global development, building a network of practitioners, donors, academics, and youth leaders.
Leadership at a Distance: How to Build a High Performing Team While Working Remotely as a NGO Leader
Q: How do you create a working relationship in a remote team?
Establish a rhythm of regular check-ins and honor commitments to build trust within the team.
Leadership at a Distance: How to Build a High Performing Team While Working Remotely as a NGO Leader
Q: What are some characteristics of high-performing leaders in remote settings?
They establish a clear mission and culture, which aligns team members with the organization's goals, reducing the need for supervision.

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This series targets NGO, INGO, and UN leaders seeking sustainable impact in uncertain, high-pressure environments. Episodes emphasize practical, coaching-informed strategies to lead with clarity, empower diverse teams, reduce burnout, and boost productivity without compromising values. Short, actionable insights—often grounded in leadership coaching, mindset shifts, and time management—are designed to help listeners reclaim time, build resilient teams, and navigate funding and programmatic challenges while maintaining wellbeing. A standout throughline is normalizing deliberate, compassionate leadership as essential to sustaining impact in the modern humanitarian and development landscape.

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1. Birgit Hermann
2. Fiona MacCaulay
3. Steven Puri
4. Pravat Gurung
5. Ross Coxon
6. Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken
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