Jonas Habimana is a humanitarian and development professional from the Democratic Republic of Congo, based in Goma, North Kivu. He is the Founder and Executive Director of BIFERD NGO, with two master’s degrees in Community Development and Humanitarian Actions Management at the 2iE Institute in Burkina Faso; he has extensive skills in leadership, humanitarian response, WASH, child protection, emergency education, conflict management, fundraising, and strategic planning.
With over 20 years of experience, Jonas has worked with major humanitarian organisations, including Christian Aid, World Vision, Tearfund, Solidarités International, Save the Children International, and Médecins Sans Frontières. He plays a key role in humanitarian advocacy and is the focal point of SPHERE Standards in DR Congo. He is a member of the Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action. Under his leadership, BIFERD NGO has impacted over 2,000,000 people. He is fluent in Kiswahili, French, and English and is highly organised in his professional and personal commitments.