Robert Layng

Background

About Robert Layng

Global economic, environmental and humanitarian policy leader with extensive experience navigating the complexities of international geopolitics and multi-stakeholder collaboration to address some of the world's most pressing challenges. A proven track record of success in designing, financing and implementing strategic programs across diverse cultural and political contexts in Zambia, Tanzania, Mozambique, DRC and Uganda. As a diplomat and donor with USAID, I have led high-impact initiatives that integrate policy innovation with actionable on-the-ground solutions, working across governmental, multilateral, and private-sector partners to drive measurable results. My expertise spans climate change, biodiversity conservation, tourism, private sector, and community development, often in fragile or politically sensitive regions. I excel at developing visionary strategies and leading teams to translate these into practical frameworks that deliver transformative outcomes while managing the complexities of international partnerships and the intersecting priorities of diverse stakeholders. I bring my skills to senior leadership roles with a deep commitment to sustainability, self-reliance, and resilience for households, communities, organizations and countries.