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Madagascar staff

SEED's staff in Madagascar work on the ground to design, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate projects, either independently with its local staff or alongside partner organisations. Collaboration between international and Malagasy teams ensures projects and programmes are underpinned by both essential regional knowledge and international best practice - both necessary to achieve our goals. SEED's specialist international staff and volunteers build capacity with local staff members and partners to promote sustainability.

Core staff

Lisa_1.jpg Lisa Bass Director of Programmes and Operations

Lisa joined SEED Madagascar as a volunteer in 2007 before returning in 2008 to complete policy and procedure work across the NGO. Inspired by the team and work they were doing, Lisa became the Director of Programmes and Operations for SEED Madagascar in 2009.

Since then she has led the international team, jointly developing the organisation together with the Malagasy management team in implementing cutting edge projects and ensuring that SEED is leading development innovation, research and learning.

Tsina Endor - Deputy Director.JPG Tsina Endor Deputy Director

Tsina started as Secretary to the Director in 2005 before taking on the role as the Head of Volunteering in 2007. In 2017, she became Head of External Relations, Communications and Compliance.

From October 2019 Tsina became Deputy Director of the organisation, taking on a new and even more varied role, liaising with partner organisations and the government as well as operational responsibilities. Tsina likes meeting new people and making friends from all over the world.

Boniface Razanamara - Head of Finance.jpg Boniface Razanamara Head of Finance

Boniface is from Fort-dauphin and studied Finance and Accounting in Antananarivo. After his graduation, he started his career as an Accountant and then a Finance Officer at an International NGO. Boniface likes to make a positive contribution towards the growth of an organization through personal development and achievement of organizational goals.

Boniface is excited to be responsible for finance at SEED and motivated be part of an organisation that has a vision for sustainable development in his hometown.

Joeline Razafimihanta - Senior Finance and HR Officer.jpg Joeline Razafimihanta Senior Finance and HR Officer

Joeline is from Fort Dauphin and studied Accounting and Finance at the Lycée Technique in town. After completing her studies in 2015, she worked as an Administrative Assistant at the Kaleta Hotel before joining SEED Madagascar in October 2016.

Since then, Joeline has been working for SEED Madagascar as Financial and Administrative assistant.

Razafimamonjy Valiantsoa Hanitriniaina - Finance Assistant.jpg Razafimamonjy Valiantsoa Hanitriniaina Finance Assistant

Valiantsoa joined SEED as a Finance Assistant in February 2020. She studied Management and accounting at the Institut formation profesionel et technique Anosy (IFPTA), in Fort Dauphin. Prior to joining SEED, Valiantsoa worked as the chef de piste at Galana and caissiere at CECAM.

She enjoys employing the skills and knowledge she has amassed from her education and experience, to help SEED work towards its aims, while supporting her family.

Omega Mampionona - Finance Assistant.jpg Omega Mampionona Finance Assistant

Omega joined SEED in 2021 as a Finance Assistant and is a valued member of the finance team. Prior to working for SEED, she studied at the Lycée Technique in Fort Dauphin before getting a job at Sharp enterprise de construction as a finance assistant.

Omega’s passion for SEED stems from her respect for its diversity and sectors of programs, as well as its culture and values.

Giscard Esperant Andrianatenaina - Accountant.JPG Giscard Esperant Andrianatenaina Accountant

Giscard joined SEED’s finance department as an accountant in August 2022. He studied at the University of Toamasina in Tamatave where he studied Management with Finance and Administration. Previously he worked at Doctor’s for Madagascar from 2017 to 2021, where he held the position of Administrative and Financial Manager.

Giscard is motivated by SEED’s aim to help vulnerable families and work in the development sector to improve communities through projects. He is an asset to the SEED office.

Lara Downes - International Operations Manager.JPG Lara Downes International Operations Manager

Lara graduated from Norwich School of Art and Design with a BA Honours degree in Film and Video. She has spent the past 10 years working and volunteering for different charitable and development organisations. Her previous roles in the charity sector have included fundraising, marketing, and event management. Lara applied to work for SEED because of the organisation's community focus and holistic approach.

Elina Farah Ramanandraibe - Senior Administration Officer..JPG Elina Farah Ramanandraibe Senior Administration Officer

Elina is from Fort Dauphin and has a Master One in Marketing and International Trade from ESSCA Antananarivo.
She previously worked as an Airport Handling Agent for Madagascar Ground Handling and as an Administrative Assistant and Purchasing and Supply Manager for SRAF. Elina joined SEED Madagascar in January 2023 as our Senior Administrative Officer.

Tahina Nomenjanahary - Office Assistant.jpg Tahina Nomenjanahary Office Assistant

Tahina joined SEED Madagascar as Office Assistant in the Finance Department after working for ONG Azafady, where she helped with office mantainance.

She likes the experience she has gained at SEED and ensuring good communications around the office.

Evariste Ramaroson - Senior Logistics and Procurement Officer.JPG Evariste Ramaroson Senior Logistics and Procurement Officer

Born in the city of Fianarantsoa before moving and growing up in Fort Dauphin, Evariste joined SEED as Senior Logistics and Procurement Manager in 2009. Prior to this, he studied at the University of Fianarantsoa before working in a number of construction and environmental roles in and around Fort Dauphin.

Evariste is responsible for overseeing the logistics of all our office and bush related needs, managing the equipment that ensures the organisation and our programmes continue to run smoothly. He has particularly loved the additional experience SEED has allowed him to gain in sustainable environment, education and development.

Parfait Mahasolo - Logistics and Procurement Assistant.jpg Parfait Mahasolo Logistics and Procurement Assistant

Parfait was born in the commune of Ranopiso near to Fort Dauphin, joining the organisation under its previous name, Azafady in 2013 as a day guard. After completing his baccalaureate in 2017, Parfait became a Finance Assistant with SEED, learning computer skills and the experience needed to become part of the Logistics team.

He likes working for SEED because of the support they have given him to develop his skills and learn to use a computer.

Bodoniaina Ratsimbazafy - Office Assistant.jpg Bodoniaina Ratsimbazafy Office Assistant

Before, I was a customer assistant and a customer advisor. Since June 20, 2019, I work for SEED Madagascar because I love humanitarian work, experience, communications, serving and help. I think I can do it all at SEED Madagascar.

Charlie Reid - Senior Media and Communications Officer.JPG Charlie Reid Senior Media and Communications Officer

After graduating with a BA Honours degree in History from Nottingham Trent University, Charlie worked in a number of media and comms roles spanning the private and third sectors. Following a 2 year period volunteering as a Communications Manager for a UK based human rights organisation, Charlie returned to university, completing an LLM in International Law and Development at the University of Reading. During his time there, he chose to focus specifically on the role communications can play in progressing development initiatives, going on to intern in the ComDev department of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in 2022.

Charlie has joined SEED as our new Media and Communications Officer, and will be using his combined knowledge of comms and sustainable development to further grow our online presence and keep our supporters up to date with our work on the ground in Madagascar.

KJ Eilenberg - Media and Communications Officer .JPG KJ Eilenberg Media and Communications Officer

KJ is a recent graduate of Vanderbilt University with a BA in Human and Organizational Development, concentrating in Leadership, Organizational Theory, and Business Management. During her undergraduate studies, KJ served as a special projects coordinator for several local non-profits, working directly with refugee and immigrant families in Nashville, Tennessee.

She is excited to deepen her knowledge as part of SEED's communications team and leverage her skills to further grow SEED’s online presence within both local and global communities.

Tolotra Carnot - IT Officer.jpg Tolotra Carnot IT Officer

Tolotra started his career with SEED Madagascar as a Media and Marketing Officer for the Malio project in 2014. In 2017, he became the Community Loan Officer for the Tatirano Project. In 2019, Tolotra became the Auditor de Done for project Mada Madio. Since 2022 Tolotra has been SEED's IT Officer.

Oscar Rabemalasa - Guardian.jpg Oscar Rabemalasa Guardian

Oscar has worked as a Guardian at SEED since 2017. An integral and wonderfully positive member of SEED’s operational department, Oscar appreciates the love that SEED staff show for their work and for each other and believes that this is the foundation upon which a friendly and welcoming office environment is built.

Hajanirina Mosa Albert - Language and Translation Coordinator.jpg Hajanirina Mosa Albert Language and Translation Coordinator

Haja was born in Mahajanga and raised in Fort-Dauphin. After his baccalaureat in 2016, Haja studied English at the English Center of Tolagnaro. He had a volunteer job at the American Corner which really helped widen his experience and skills. Haja is elated to now be part of SEED's staff working as the Language and Translation Coordinator.

Odesinie Razafinambinina (Manga) - Cleaner and Chef.JPG Odesinie Razafinambinina (Manga) Cleaner and Chef

Manga joined Azafady as a Chef Assistant in 2005. Since Azafady's transition into SEED in 2016, Manga has worked as a cleaner and cook at the SEED Office in Taolagnaro.

A constant and central figure in SEED's Operational Department, the work that SEED does to enhance the capacity of individuals and communities in fulfilling sustainable environment, education and development goals in the Anosy region would not be possible without Manga's tireless efforts.

Tiana Andriahollniana - Senior Finance Officer.jpg Tiana Andriahollniana Senior Finance Officer

Tiana is from Fort Dauphin and joined SEED in November 2023.Tiana previously studied finance in Antananarivo and has prior work experience as a Finance Assistant at the Pharmacy in Fort Dauphin.

Tiana is excited to work with the SEED team and to communicate ideas in a mutli-cultural Office.

Ndrina Andriamahadison - Regional Representative.JPG Ndrina Andriamahadison Regional Representative

Ndrina studied agronomy and pursued specialised training in a community-driven approach, monitoring and evaluation, and finance. He has worked across many fields, including business, administration, finance, education, and community service. Ndrina spent three years working at the NGOs ASOS and Ny Tanintsika in the Vatovavy Fitovinany region, where he focused on community health and WASH as a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager. Ndrina joined SEED in 2019 as a Regional Representative, and enjoys working in this role because it enables him to enhance his experience and knowledge by working in several fields at the same time.

Fidison Thierry - Surface Technician.JPG Fidison Thierry Surface Technician

After graduating with his baccalauréat, Fidison began working as a Surface Technician and Courier. Fidison joined SEED in 2019 as a Surface Technician and enjoys working for the organisation because he learns a lot.

thumbnail_Hywel Gadd - Operations and Administration Officer.jpg Hywel Gadd Operations and Administration Officer

Hywel recently graduated from the University of Sussex with a BA in International Relations and Development. His dissertation utilised feminist perspectives to analyse and critique multi-sector partnership efforts to improve Cobalt mining conditions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Hywel currently sits on the board of a youth development charity operating in the east of the DRC, where positive impact is fostered by developing transferable skills in the younger generations. Passionate about meaningful and community-orientated change, Hywel is ecstatic to support and contribute to SEED’s mission.

Maddie Hunt - Operations and Administration Officer (Operations).jpg Maddie Hunt Operations and Administration Officer

Maddie graduated from the University of Sussex in 2023 with a BA in Geography and International Development. After her undergraduate studies, Maddie took part in the United Nations Summer Study Programme where she gained a broader understanding of international relations in the context of the UN system. Maddie is excited to join the team at SEED and to contribute to the organisation’s holistic and community-led development programmes.

Community Health staff

Dr Mamy Soafaly Andriatsihosena - Head of Community Health.JPG Dr Mamy Soafaly Andriatsihosena Head of Community Health

Since 2003 Mamy worked as a mobile doctor, spending four years visiting remote villages across Anosy. Since 2006 he represented ONG Azafady as Executive Secretary for the regional WASH committee and became Project Coordinator for Mampisaina in 2008.

Dr Mamy was then promoted to Head of Community Health, overseeing the implementation of SEED’s community health initiatives. Mamy has felt himself develop professionally and enjoys working with the international staff in the office.

Jamie Van Tassell - Head of Programmes - Community Health .JPG Jamie VanTassell Head of Programmes - Community Health

Jamie joined the SEED team in January 2024 as Senior Programme Officer for Project Miatrika and started her role as Head of Programmes for Community Health in March. Prior to that, Jamie was a Public Health Fellow at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, USA, where she worked for the Humanitarian Health Team within the Emergency Response and Recovery Branch, supporting international project development and emergency response. Before this role, Jamie was a Project Coordinator for a COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance project, demonstrating a commitment to innovative solutions in the face of public health challenges.

With previous experience as an Environmental Engineer in the consulting sector, Jamie brings an understanding of environmental issues and a passion for addressing them through research and practical application. She holds an MPH from Emory University and BSc in Environmental Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, USA.

Patrick Razafindrainibe - Project Manager - Miatrika.jpg Patrick Razafindrainibe Project Manager - Miatrika

Patrick has over 24 years of experience working on rural environment projects. Before joining SEED, he was Project Manager for a Malagasy social safety net state programme, which was affiliated with the Development Intervention Fund. He was responsible for the development of communities affected by climate change, called KERE in the south.

In 2021, Patrick joined SEED at the start of a new project concerning KERE (Food Distribution). Initially, he was a Programme Coordinator and later became Programme Manager as the project expanded. Patrick is proud to work at SEED having saved more than a thousand children experiencing malnutrition across eight sights in Fort Dauphin through the Emergency Food Distribution project.

He graduated with a diploma in Community Development from the University of Majunga.

Josh Carey - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Lead (Community Health).JPG Josh Carey Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Lead

Josh began his humanitarian journey working as a Field Coordinator for Utopia 56 organising and leading food and NFI distributions in northern France. Following that Josh moved to a frontline homelessness role in London working predominantly with entrenched, complex needs rough sleepers. Feeling the need to take a step away from the frontline and take a broader view of things Josh started work as a Project Manager for Xantura, an organisation working to help local councils in the UK make effective data-led decisions to improve outcomes for their residents. Josh worked on improving data quality processes, targeting and evaluating youth and gang violence interventions, and drafting the MEL framework for a coordinated approach to support struggling families. While doing this Josh also studied for a Master's degree in Public Policy writing his final thesis on grassroots governance and rates of violence in refugee camps.

Jassica Enum - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Lead - Miatrika.JPG Jassica Enum Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Lead - Miatrika

Jassica graduated from the University of Hertfordshire with a BSc in Biomedical Science in 2023. Before this, she was Project Assistant for a community-based palliative care NGO in Teyateyaneng, Lesotho, and has been eager to return to the field ever since. Alongside her studies, Jassica completed a 13-month placement at a specialist HIV pharmaceutical company supporting scientific and medical education activities. She has also worked in youth empowerment, gender health equity, patient advocacy, and health economics.

Passionate about achieving health equity and advancing sustainable development across the African continent, Jassica is excited to learn from the team at SEED and support community-based interventions throughout Fort Dauphin.

Lalaina Ratombotsoa - Partnership and Engagement Coordinator and Technical Support Officer – Project Safidy.JPG Lalaina Ratombotsoa Partnership and Engagement Coordinator and Technical Support Officer – Project Safidy

Lalaina studied agricultural sciences in Antananarivo. After graduating, he began his career in 2009 as a Supervisor for the Catholic Relief Services (CRS). At CRS, Lalaina oversaw implementation of the Kaominina Mendrika Salama approach, which placed communities at the centre of needs assessments, planning, and implementation of interventions that sought to improve community health. He oversaw initiatives that addressed issues including maternal and child health, malaria, family planning, HIV/AIDs, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). In 2015, Lalaina joined a joint USAID-MIKOLO project as Technical Manager of a project that sought to improve access to health services and promote adoption of healthy behaviours. Lalaina joined SEED in 2018 as Partnership and Engagement Coordinator, and in 2021 became the Technical Support Officer for Project Safidy. Lalaina enjoys working across SEED’s international and national multi-sectoral teams to expand high schoolers’ access to sexual health and reproductive rights (SRHR).

Gerard Andriatsiory Project Coordinator - Votsira.JPG Gerard Andriatsiory Project Coordinator - Votsira

After studying rural development, Gerard went on to specialise as a Technical Manager in healthcare in Toliara providing support for those living with HIV. He joined SEED in 2014 to manage Project Safidy within the Community Health department which works to improve sexual health education through student peer educators in Fort Dauphin.

Gerard enjoys working with like-minded individuals and is impressed by the strong sense of team-spirit and solidarity amongst his colleagues.

Shira Garbis - Senior Programme Officer - Miatrika.jpg Shira Garbis Senior Programme Officer - Miatrika

Shira completed her BA in Political Science and International Development at McGill University in 2022. In addition to her academic focus, Shira’s experience with community led projects and initiatives- including racial justice organizing and refugee integration, has made her passionate about sustainable and locally led development.

Shira is pleased to join SEED as a Community Health Programme Officer and enjoys facilitating holistic and community driven development in Fort Dauphin.

Mamonjisoa Tsilahatsy - Senior Community Liaison Officer - Miatrika.JPG Mamonjisoa Tsilahatsy Senior Community Liaison Officer - Miatrika

Mamonjisoa joined SEED in 2016 as a Community Liaison Officer for the PHE project, which enabled rural communities to self-maintain their wells and retain long-term access to clean water. Since then, he has worked on numerous projects within the organisation and currently works on SEED’s Emergency Food Distribution Project as a Senior Community Liaison Officer.

Before joining SEED, Mamonjisoa was a fishing technician for the NGOs Cielo Terra and Aquatic Service. In addition, he was an assistant Municipal coach for DIREAH and UNICEF.

It was SEED’s community-level work that attracted Mamonjisoa to the organisation as he likes to work on implementing social development projects at this level.

Lauren Hodgson - Senior Programme Officer - Safidy and Votsira.jpg Lauren Hodgson Senior Programme Officer - Safidy and Votsira

Lauren graduated from the University of Queensland in 2023 with a Master of Public Health, specialising in global health and nutrition. Her thesis focused on the health impacts of climate change in subsistence fishing villages across Micronesia and consolidated her passion for planetary health and sustainable development.

Lauren joined SEED in 2021, where she primarily works on maternal and child health and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) projects.

Elisé Razafimandimby - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Elisé Razafimandimby Senior Community Liaison Officer

Elisé studied in Fort Dauphin, receiving his baccalauréat in 2016 from lycée Fort Dauphin and his nursing certification from ISFPS Leader (Institut Supérieur De Formation Paramédicale et Sciences de la Société - Higher Institute of Paramedical Training and Social Sciences) in 2018. Before joining SEED, Elisé worked for the NGO CAID. Based in Ampasy Nahampoana, Elisé facilitated sensitisation of Covid-19 and malaria for six months. In 2022, he joined SEED Madagascar as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) for the Emergency Food Distribution Project and now works as an SCLO for Project Miatrika. Elisé enjoys working at SEED because it is an independent, non-governmental organisation with a friendly team.

Michaëlle Marcel - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Michaëlle Marcel Senior Community Liaison Officer

Michaëlle received her baccalauréat in 2018 from lycée Sacré Cœur in Fort Dauphin, where she focused on sciences. She then went on to study nursing in Fianarantsoa, receiving her certification in 2022. Throughout her studies, Michaëlle pursued various internships and jobs; for example, in 2021, she volunteered as a nurse at a CSB in Vohitsiarivo, Androy. Michaëlle then returned to Fianarantsoa to pursue a degree in management; she completed her studies in 2023 and joined SEED shortly after as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) on Project Miatrika. Michaëlle joined SEED because she wanted to help reduce the rate of malnutrition in Anosy and, like SEED, is passionate about environmental conservation.

Eugenie Françoise Rasoarimalala - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Eugenie Françoise Rasoarimalala Senior Community Liaison Officer

Eugenie received her baccalauréat from lycée Fort Dauphin in 2013 before studying nursing in Fianarantsoa between 2015 and 2017. She additionally completed training in accounting and finance. After graduating, Eugenie worked in a pharmacy for three years before volunteering as a nurse at a hospital in Sainte Luce. During her year in Sainte Luce, Eugenie frequently collaborated with SEED, which motivated her to join the organisation. She joined in 2023 as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) on Project Miatrika.

Yves Andriamalala - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Yves Andriamalala Senior Community Liaison Officer

Yves focused on sciences during his baccalauréat, which he completed in 2012. He then attended university in Antananarivo, initially studying to become a doctor. After deciding to switch his course of studies, Yves received a degree in physics and climate-related risk reduction and disaster management in 2019. After completing his studies, he worked as a community liaison officer for PSI, an NGO working on HIV prevention. Between 2020 and 2023, Yves worked for a number of organisations in Fort Dauphin, including CARA (Centre d'Affaires Régional Anosy) and the Red Cross. He joined SEED in 2023 as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) for Project Miatrika. Yves was motivated to join SEED because his role at the Red Cross was similar to his current role at SEED. He enjoyed working at the Red Cross and is excited to apply his experience to Miatrika.

Farasoa Rasoamalala - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Farasoa Rasoamalala Senior Community Liaison Officer

Farasoa completed her baccalauréat in 2013 in Betroka. She then went on to pursue a degree in management in Fianarantsoa, completing her studies in 2017. Farasoa then began working for MID, a government project on malaria prevention. During her two years at MID, she worked as a supervisor at a CSB in Betroka, overseeing the distribution of mosquito nets. In 2020, she began working for INSTAT (Institut National de la Statistique), where she worked on governmental censuses. In 2021, Farasoa joined SEED as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) for the Emergency Food Distribution project and is now an SCLO for Project Miatrika. Farasoa enjoys working at SEED because of the kind team.

Emil Rabemananjara - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Emil Rabemananjara Senior Community Liaison Officer

Emil completed his baccalauréat at lycée Sacré Cœur in Fort Dauphin in 2011. In 2016, he began studying to become a nurse at ISFPS Leader (Institut Supérieur De Formation Paramédicale et Sciences de la Société - Higher Institute of Paramedical Training and Social Sciences), focusing on nutrition. After graduating in 2018, Emil worked for ACF (Action Contre La Faim) as a nurse specialising in nutrition. In 2020, he brought his expertise to ASOS (Action Socio-sanitaire Organisation Secours), where he worked for one year. In 2021, Emil joined SEED as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) for the Emergency Food Distribution project and is now an SCLO for Project Miatrika. Emil enjoys working at SEED because of the learning opportunities presented to employees through frequent training and workshops.

Mampiray Gilbert-GAB Andrianaivo - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Mampiray Gilbert-GAB Andrianaivo Senior Community Liaison Officer

Mampiray received his nursing certification from ISFPS Leader (Institut Supérieur De Formation Paramédicale et Sciences de la Société - Higher Institute of Paramedical Training and Social Sciences) in 2021. After graduation, he volunteered for two years at a Regional Referral Hospital Centre (CHRR) in Fort Dauphin. He joined SEED in 2023 as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) for Project Miatrika. Mampiray was motivated to join SEED because he views child health as a public health priority.

Excellant Razafizafety - Project Manager - Miatrika.JPG Excellant Razafizafety Project Manager - Miatrika

Excellant received his baccalauréat from lycée Fort Dauphin in 2014 before studying management at a university in Tulear. After completing an initial two-year degree, in 2017, Excellant began studying to become a doctor but decided to change his course of study to pursue nursing. He earned his nursing certification in 2019 and began working as an assistant to the Chef CSB in Manginy, Tulear. In 2020, he joined the Catholic Relief Services as an Agent Enquêteur (investigation officer) and continued as an Assistant Project Coordinator. Excellant was motivated to join SEED by his desire to be part of a multicultural team.

Irene Eldah Rafanomezantsoa - Senior Community Liaison Officer.jpg Irene Eldah Rafanomezantsoa Senior Community Liaison Officer

Irene received her baccalauréat from lycée Pole Fort Dauphin in 2013 before studying to become a midwife at INSPAFORT (Institut Supérieur des Paramédicaux de Fort Dauphin - the Higher Paramedical Institute of Fort Dauphin). She graduated in 2017 with a licence in midwifery and began volunteering at Osiet, a private hospital in Fort Dauphin, and then at Salafa, a Lutheran hospital in Manambaro. She then worked at ASOS (Action Socio-sanitaire Organisation Secours) for one year before joining SEED as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) in 2022 on the Emergency Food Distribution project. Irene is now an SCLO for Project Miatrika. Irene enjoys working at SEED because of the organisation’s welcoming environment and the friendly and easy going staff.

Fiona_1.jpeg Fiona Andriananja Project Coordinator – Safidy

Fiona received a baccalaureate in sciences from lycée Saint Gabriel in Majunga, and went on to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management at the Catholic University in Madagascar. Since finishing her undergraduate studies, Fiona has completed a master’s degree in Population and Development, as well as Macro and Public Economics. She has additionally pursued an advanced English training course with English Tutoring of Madagascar, and is currently in the process of validating her professional master’s degree in Environmental Impact Studies from University of Bordeaux and the University of Antananarivo. Prior to joining SEED in 2023, Fiona was a consultant for economic and social research, leading qualitative research projects on development-related topics such as early pregnancy and child marriage. She was also a Research Officer at Youth First, where she developed and managed mixed-methods research projects focused on youth issues. Fiona is passionate about community development and health promotion, and she finds SEED to be an enriching environment where she gains experience implementing impactful projects that align with her values and professional aspirations.

Sanda Raherijaona - Project Coordinator – Miatrika (Community Health).jpg Sanda Raherijaona Project Coordinator – Project Miatrika

Sanda completed his studies at the University ISPARAMED in Antanananrivo and graduated with a certification in nursing in 2009. He then joined Doctors Without Borders, working in Ambovombe to oversee the care of children with malnutrition. In 2013, Sanda moved to the
north of Madagascar where he worked as an emergency assistant and ambulance driver for three years. He then joined the USAID-funded project Mahefa Miaraka, where he oversaw the strengthening of community health capacity and a response to gender based violence and child marriage. In 2021, Sanda returned to Fort Dauphin and worked at Welthungerhilfe
prior to joining SEED in 2023. Sanda enjoys working at SEED because his role as Project Coordinator facilitates his professional development through new trainings, learnings, and experiences.

Romance Rafenohanitra - Senior Community Liaison Officer.JPG Romance Rafenohanitra Senior Community Liaison Officer

Romance studied to become a midwife at INSPAFORT (Institut Supérieur des Paramédicaux de Fort Dauphin - the Higher Paramedical Institute of Fort Dauphin) and graduated with her licence in 2019. Throughout the course of her degree she studied English and pursued various extracurricular trainings on topics including leadership, community health, and ultrasonography. After graduating with her certification, Romance completed an internship at a CSB in Androy before returning to Fort Dauphin to work as a Nutritional Agent for the Regional Office of Nutrition. In 2023, she joined SEED as a Senior Community Liaison Officer (SCLO) on the organisation’s Emergency Food Distribution project. Romance is now an SCLO for Project Miatrika. She finds her job very rewarding and enjoys working alongside Miatrika team members as well as with children and adolescents across project sites.

Clara Rafanomezantsoa - Senior Community Liaison - VotsiraOfficer.JPG Clara Rafanomezantsoa Senior Community Liaison Officer - Votsira

Clara graduated from the University of Poly Paramed Leader and holds a license in midwifery. Following her studies, she served as the President of Recruitment for the Contre Le Paludisme (CAID) programme in the Anosy region of Madagascar. In 2021, Clara joined SEED as a Senior Community Liaison Officer for Ready for Rights, where she conducted educational sessions on menstrual hygiene management for middle school girls.

Transitioning to Project Votsira in 2022, Clara now delivers a maternal and child health education course to caregivers of children under 5 while also supporting monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities. Clara finds fulfilment in her role at SEED through her work with mothers, children, and medical professionals in the Fort Dauphin community.

Hasmine Mireilla - Senior Community Liaison Officer (Comm Health).JPG Hasmine Mireilla Senior Community Liaison Officer

Hasmine received her baccalauréat from Lycée Sacré Cœur in Fort Dauphin in 2017. She went on to pursue a licence in environmental studies from the Institut d’Enseignement Supérieur de Anosy (the Anosy Institute of Higher Education). After graduating, Hasmine worked as a Supervisor for the organisation Fitahia, where she oversaw a programme supporting the purchase of local products by farmers’ organisations. She then joined the Regional Office of Nutrition in Ambovombe as a Nutritional Assistant. Hasmine previously worked at SEED as an interviewer on projects Votsira and Emergency Food Distribution, where she supported maternal and child health and family planning activities. She is excited to be joining the SEED team again because of her passion for addressing malnutrition.

Chloe Roach - Programme Officer - Safidy and Votsira.JPG Chloe Roach Programme Officer - Safidy and Votsira

Chloe completed her BA in History at Queen Mary’s University of London in 2022. She found her passion for international development and charity work after volunteering as a football coach in Accra, Ghana.

Chloe is working on Project’s Votsira and Safidy and is excited to start contributing to the positive change created by these Project’s and the Community Health Department.

Laura Werle - Senior Programme Officer - Miatrika.JPG Laura Werle Senior Programme Officer - Miatrika

Laura graduated from Maastricht University in 2023 with a master’s degree in Global Health. During her studies, she specialised in Community Mental Health at Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India, gaining valuable insights into community needs and mental health care in low-resource settings. Her thesis explored the lived experiences of community members in the rural fishing village of Kodi Bengre, capturing the connections between surfing, mental health and human-nature connectedness. This research deepened her passion for community-based initiatives and holistic well-being, leading her to work with an NGO in the Philippines, where she facilitated sessions on maternal mental health.

As a Senior Project Officer with SEED Madagascar, Laura is eager to collaborate with the team and contribute to sustainable interventions aimed at improving the health status of children and promoting health equity.

Tim Mauro - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Volunteer.jpg Tim Mauro Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Volunteer

WASH and Education Infrastructure Staff

Mahalomba Hasoavana (Lomba) - Head of Construction.jpg Mahalomba Hasoavana (Lomba) Head of Construction

Lomba started working for ONG Azafady in July 2001 as a guide on the Pioneer scheme. In 2006 he was appointed as Team Leader where he successfully coordinated a latrine construction project for ONG Azafady in Fort Dauphin until 2009.

He was promoted to Head of Construction in October 2010, and oversees the implementation of the NGO's various construction initiatives including schools, classroom furniture, wells and latrines.

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Louisa studied economics (B.Sc & M.A.) at university and has spent the past 3 years working with a German development consulting firm, where she gained experience in donor and programme management, as well as insights into project design for green finance initiatives in Sub-Sahara Africa. During her studies, she spent time with NGOs in South Africa and Uganda, working alongside local teams on community-led education initiatives for women in vulnerable communities. She joined SEED in October 2023 as Head of Programmes in the WASH & Education Infrastructure department.

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In 2004, Theodore became a Social Organiser for ONG ASOS, raising awareness of STI-HIV / AIDS among young people, as well as fighting malnutrition in young children. He has since been a Credit Officer for GRET and a Social Mobilisation Assistant for CARE International. Theodore returned to Fort Dauphin to work for PIC Project as a Consultant for urban development before joining SEED as a CLO Manager for Project Malio. Since then he has had various roles in the WASH and Community Health teams.

Theodore wants to develop his knowledge and experiences working with an international team.

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Bernard joined SEED with several years of experience as a carpenter and mason (and a special talent for rendering) and has been working as the construction team leader for over 23 years!

Bernard appreciates the SEED atmosphere, working alongside his colleagues, and building education and WASH infrastructure for communities in southeast Madagascar.

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Ulrick joined SEED four years ago with a diverse professional background, having worked as a driver, sisal farmer, and auto mechanic.
Ulrick enjoys masonry, as well as leading and training his team

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Prior to his time at SEED, Tafa worked as a carpenter and mason. Tafa joined ONG Azafady in 2000 and has been working as construction site supervisor for SEED for over 13 years.

Tafa enjoys working at SEED and is motivated by the projects he works on, helping to deliver improved access to health and education across the Anosy region.

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Dieu Donné started at SEED as a casual construction worker in 2011, contributing to numerous school builds over the course of the next eight years. In 2019 he became an official Construction Technician, and was promoted to Site Supervisor in 2023.

With over 13 years of experience at SEED, Dieu Donné appreciates working with his peers every day, and enjoys mentoring them as they provide valuable WASH and education infrastructure for rural communities in Anosy.

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Nambi has a license in Ecotourism from Esseva in Vakinankaratra. Nambi has been working on the Sekoly team as Construction Logistics Officer since 2020.

Nambi enjoys the environment at the SEED office and plays a key role in the delivery of Programme Sekoly projects.

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Nary worked with Catholic Relief Services in Ambovombe before joining SEED in 2011. He started as Agricultural Extension Manager within the sustainable livelihoods department, overseeing all rural activities including upland rice cultivation training and vegetable gardens.

Nary joined the community health team in December 2011 as Health Education Manager and now coordinates various health education activities.

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Mikayla has a BA in Global Studies with concentrations in International Development and Peace and Conflict Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada. During this time, she completed an internship at a youth livelihood NGO in Saint-Louis, Senegal, and had been eager to get back in the field ever since. Mikayla then obtained her Master's in International Cooperation and Development at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore's Graduate School of Economics and International Relations in Italy. Her thesis focused on the nexus of WASH and education in southeast Madagascar, informed by her experience at SEED.

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Julia joined SEED in 2019 with several years of WASH experience, having previously worked for UNICEF. Julia leads the delivery of reusable pad-making sessions in schools, an integral element of the Sekoly Programme which teaches students how to make their own cost-effective and sustainable menstrual products.

Julia’s favourite part of her job is interacting with the students and being in the communities in which SEED works.

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Before joining SEED Madagascar, Giona worked with CARE International surveying for their Project FIHAMI and later in an administrative role.

Giona now works as a Senior Community Liason Officer in the WASH department and he is passionate about social action and sanitation development. He particularly enjoys WASH and environmental education.

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Médar joins SEED as Senior Community Liaison Officer for the Masoandro project, part of our Sekoly Programme.

With a wide range of experience in various organisations (including QIT Madagascar Minerals, Transparency International Initiative for Madagascar, Afafi-Sud, the United Nations World Food Programme and the Institut National de la Statistique de Madagascar), Médar demonstrates great flexibility and adaptability. Having held key positions as field officer, registration officer, survey officer and statistical controller, he has acquired solid expertise in business relations, data collection, analysis and interpretation in a variety of environments.

His interpersonal skills and qualities will be invaluable in supporting the department, ensuring good relations with our partners and working closely with communities.

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Daniel has a B.S. in Biology from Berry College in the United States. While there he worked as a research assistant with studies involving the spread of tick and arthropod-borne disease in the southeast US. His final year he served as the founder and student director of his college’s contact tracing office during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Daniel went on to obtain a Master of Science in Global Health with concentrations in infectious disease from Duke University. During his program he spent significant time in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, researching Ebola diagnostics and public opinion of Covid-19. His master’s thesis characterized the risk factors for transmission of respiratory infection between humans and
habituated bonobo populations at the Lola Ya Bonobo Sanctuary in Kinshasa, DRC.

Having worked in conservation, infectious disease, and public policy - Daniel is excited to apply his passion for community-centered approaches and international development and work with SEED’s WASH and Education Infrastructure team.

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Specializing in International and European Law, Clarisse obtained her master's degree from the University of Paris Nanterre and passed the French Bar Exam. As part of her master's program, she worked alongside an association dedicated to the protection of human rights against multinational corporations’ actions. She also spent seven months with the UNHCR in Paris as a Protection Intern and worked with lawyers specializing in human rights protection. Her background, shaped by her significant involvement with associations, particularly in support of refugees and people in exile, reflects her deep commitment to the defence of everyone’s rights.

Today, Clarisse is part of the WASH and Education Infrastructure Department, where she brings her passion and expertise to the development and continuity of innovative and exciting projects.

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Lieke holds MSc degrees in Health Education and Promotion as well as Global Health from Maastricht University. Her studies took her to India for six months, where she focused on maternal and child health. For her thesis, she investigated the connections between WASH, climate change, and gender inequalities in Bangladesh. A volunteer experience in the Philippines, focused on food security, livelihoods and maternal health, deepened her commitment to sustainable and community-led development.

At SEED, Lieke is excited to engage in holistic projects that support communities in the Anosy region and enhance both equality and well-being.

 Conservation & Rural Livelihoods staff

Sylvestre Mbola - Rural Livelihoods Coordinator.JPG Sylvestre Mbola Rural Livelihoods Coordinator

Sylvestre joined ONG Azafady in 2002 after working across a variety of conservation and rural livelihoods programmes. In 2007 Sylvestre progressed to the role of Team Leader across the organisation’s conservation and natural resource management programmes in Sainte Luce.

Throughout his time in the area, he developed close relationships with local communities and in 2011, Sylvestre took on the role of Sainte Luce Community Agent. 2013 saw Sylvestre tackle Project Oratsimba before joining SEED as Rural Livelihoods Coordinator.

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Riccardo holds a Master's Degree in International Cooperation and Development from the Università degli Studi di Pavia, where he developed a robust skill set in project planning and management, financial management, grant writing, and stakeholder engagement. Having gained valuable experience in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Uganda, Riccardo's professional journey has been marked by active engagement in projects and initiatives aimed at advancing education, fostering social development, and promoting environmental sustainability.

Riccardo joined SEED in July 2024 as Head of Programmes in the Conservation and Rural Livelihoods department, where he continues to apply his expertise and his passion for development to drive impactful initiatives.

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Georgie holds a BSc in International Development from the University of Reading and an MSc in Environment and Development from the University of Edinburgh. Her Masters thesis focused on small-scale methods of food production in fragile and conflict affected settings. Before joining SEED, Georgie worked on both rural livelihoods and environmental sustainability programmes as a Research Assistant, she then developed programme management experience working for an international development consultancy. Georgie is excited to be part of SEED’s community-driven approach to development and to be part of a close-knit team.

Manoary Mandimbiraza - Senior Community Liaison Officer - Project Ala.JPG Manoary Mandimbiraza Senior Community Liaison Officer - Project Ala

Manoary graduated from the University of Fianarantsoa with a master's degree in Private Law in 2012. In 2016, Manoary worked as an Administrative and Technical Assistant for the ADRA Asotry project in Fianarantsoa and then later in 2019 he was a Madagascar national park field agent in Ambalavao.
Manoary joined SEED in February 2022. As a native of the Anosy region, Manoary likes to share the knowledge he has acquired throughout his career, as well as his experiences of living with the communities of this region.

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Haussmann studied agronomy at the University of Antananarivo before going on to work for YMCA and L’Agence Capsule, also in the city. Haussmann joined SEED Madagascar in 2018 as a beekeeping technician for Project Renitantely, and was promoted to Sekoly Maintso Coordinator in 2021.

He likes working for SEED, as an organisation that helps the poorest in the region improve their income whilst helping the environment Haussmann is passionate about.

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Paula worked with Stitch Sainte Luce from the outset, initially as a translator before becoming Project Assistant. Paula developed her English and French language skills working in the hospitality industry in Fort Dauphin and is now an accomplished embroider herself.

Supporting her family as a single parent, Paula is a wonderful role model for young women in the community who regularly ask her for informal advice on a range of matters.

In 2019, Paula moved to Project Mahampy, to continue working with women in Sainte Luce.

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Paul recently graduated from the London School of Economics with an MSc in International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies. His Master's dissertation focused on the role artisanal mining plays in the livelihoods of rural, Congolese women. Paul also has a BSc in Geography from Lancaster University.

Paul is particularly interested in the linkages between the environment and development. He is excited to be working for SEED due to their community-driven programming.

Juvenal Eliasy - Project Renitantely Coordinator.JPG Juvenal Eliasy Project Renitantely Coordinator

Juvenal grew up in Fort Dauphin and graduated from Lycée Pole with his Baccalauréat. He worked for various organisations where he received training in facilitation, communication and staff management. He joined ONG Azafady in 2010 where he worked as a community agent on a number of projects.

In 2017 he became the Community Liaison Officer for SEED Madagascar's Livelihoods Department and later, Coordinator for Project Renitantely. He enjoys this role because he gets to work closely with people.

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Rosie graduated from Sussex University in 2020 with a BA in International Development, working as an intern in the SEED London office as part of her degree. Rosie has always been passionate about development, and was originally drawn to SEED for its dedication to the sustainability of projects through community involvement.

Having gained experience volunteering and working with NGOs based in southern and eastern Africa, Rosie has developed a special interest in sustainable livelihoods and social enterprises.

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Namby graduated from the University of Fianarantsoa with a Masters in Social Sciences and Development in 2011, after this he worked for microfinance programmes in Haute Mahatsiatra. In 2019 Namby began working for the NGO Aquatic Service, assisting with an initiative to scale up Early Warning Systems for the fishers of the Anosy and Androy Regions.

Namby joined SEED as Project Oratsimba Coordinator in March 2022. He continues to enjoy working closely with the fishing communities of the Anosy Region, supporting community development and sharing the knowledge he has gained throughout his career.

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Scott has a BSc in Global Development & Sociology from the University of Derby and an MA in Development Studies from the Institute of Development Studies. His MA dissertation focused on exploring community resilience against the cumulative effects of climate change and human activities in a vulnerable informal settlement in Sierra Leone. He's also been involved in climate policy research across West Africa, and has contributed to ongoing discourse on engendering climate responsive measures.

His professional background includes diverse experiences in development roles within the U.S and several countries in Asia, focusing on areas such as education, youth engagement and rural development. Driven by a deep passion for people, he aspires to excel in his position with SEED.

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Fabrice attended the University of Tulear in 2016, receiving a DEA diploma of science in Biodiversity and the Environment. From 2019 to 2023, he worked for Formaprod as Coordinator et Insertion professional de jeune, where he helped disadvantaged youths, who did not receive formal schooling, learn business skills to support themselves.

Using his experience, Fabrice now coordinates three of the Environment departments conservation projects: Ala, Palms, and Sekoly Maintso. For Fabrice, working at SEED feels like working as a family. Everyone is there to support each other within and across departments. There is continuous growth and learning opportunities, and working closely with the Sainte Luce community, surrounding communities, and the research team has been a pleasure.

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Calum has a BA in Geography from Durham University and an MPhil in Development Studies from the University of Cambridge. Here he researched the factors that affect the success of managing common-pool natural resources. Calum’s experiences supporting sustainable livelihood projects in Tanzania and refugee protection initiatives in Jordan have energised him to remove barriers that limit individuals’ ability to flourish.

He is excited to contribute towards inclusive and sustainable development with like-minded people at SEED Madagascar.

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Daulin was born in Ambovombe-Androy and was raised in Fort Dauphin. After studying economics at the University of Tulear, he was trained in pedagogy, and taught English at a secondary school.

He is excited to utilise his economic and educating skills by supporting communities’ financial literacy in southeast Madagascar.

Conservation Research & Volunteering staff

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Sam is an aspiring evolutionary biologist and passionate conservationist with a broad range of taxonomic interests. Having worked on a diverse array of projects across the globe, Sam has returned to the UK to fulfil the role of SEED's Executive Conservation Programme co-ordinator.

Sam wishes to further investigate the effect of habitat loss and deforestation and contribute to the long-term survival of Madagascar's exceptional biological diversity. Parallel to his research work Sam is a keen wildlife photographer.

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Hoby joined ONG Azafady in 2008 as a guide for Lemur Ventures and continued in this role when SEED's Conservation Programme was introduced. He became interested in Malagasy wildlife when a friend of his worked as a guide at Andohahela National Park and Hoby visited him every weekend.

Hoby enjoys working with the volunteers in Sainte Luce, sharing experiences with them and teaching volunteers about Malagasy biodiversity, traditions and culture. He can often be seen around camp playing music.

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Leo is a passionate field biologist and has worked on ecological research projects in many parts of the world. From studying bird migration to coral bleaching, camera trap surveys, and bat biodiversity, Leo is fascinated by all wildlife research. He enjoys meeting new people and tackling conservation challenges together with a wholistic empirical approach. Leo holds an honours degree in Zoology and an M.Sc. in quantitative ecology and conservation from the University of Glasgow.

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Tash graduated from Edinburgh with a BSc in Biological Sciences with Zoology Honours in 2019. She spent a year as a research assistant in South Africa studying the behaviour and ecology of Cape Ground Squirrels. Tash then went on to do a MSc in Conservation and Biodiversity at Exeter University at the Cornwall Campus, where her dissertation focussed on using camera trap data to see how chimpanzee activity patterns were affected by human disturbance.
Tash is excited to be a part of the SEED Conservation Research Programme where she enjoys the field research and active conservation efforts.

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Lisa is an enthusiastic and dedicated field ecologist who has worked extensively in the field. A deep seated love for the environment resulted in her working in different systems around the world, including in Brunei and New Zealand. She holds an MSc in Ecology from the University of Otago in New Zealand.

Lisa's MSc research was on the effects of spatial distribution of microhabitat on invertebrate community composition in a grassland ecosystem. Lisa went on from her masters to work in Biodiversity monitoring and is now fulfilling a lifelong ambition by aiding in the conservation efforts of a startling beautiful land by working in the Conservation Research Programme at SEED.

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Rebecca graduated from Massey University (New Zealand) with a BSc in Ecology in 2012. She has worked in a variety of ecological roles including in a zoo, a sanctuary, on islands, and with a consultancy. Her main focus has been the conservation of critically-endangered wading birds within New Zealand.

Rebecca has always dreamed of moving to Madagascar and contributing to the conservation efforts there. SEED's focus on community wellbeing and sustainability fits in with Rebecca's values and she is extremely excited to get involved.

Maka Randrianasolo - Conservation Research Assistant.jpg Maka Randrianasolo Conservation Research Assistant

Solo joined SEED Madagascar in 2007 and has now been working for SEED for 15 years as a local field guide, after becoming a member of FIMPIA (the locally elected forest management committee). In 2023, Solo became a Research Assistant in SEED's SCRP team.

Through decades of experience, Solo has cultivated a deep and impressive knowledge of the wide variety of Eco-systems in and around St Luce. Solo hopes to continue protecting the forests of Sainte Luce through research and data collection.

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One of our longest standing staff members, Vayah joined SEED when it was Azafady in 2007 and has been with us ever since. Working closely in Sainte Luce with our SCRP team, Vayah has looked after many volunteers and SEED staff with her fantastic cooking.

She loves dancing at bush parties with the team and finds joy in cooking for everyone. She appreciated the easy transition in her role from Azafady to SEED and the job security it provided. From her role, she is able to support her family and send her children to school.