Audrey Ifeyinwa Achonu is a seasoned strategic professional with extensive experience at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), where she has played a pivotal role in driving initiatives focused on fragile and conflict-affected countries. Her expertise lies in developing and implementing strategies that address the unique challenges of fragile economies, with a particular focus on fostering private-sector investment to stimulate growth and resilience. Through her work, Audrey has contributed to the alignment of strategic goals with measurable outcomes, ensuring the effective integration of lessons learned across diverse contexts to inform sustainable development solutions. Her ability to navigate complex environments while prioritizing impact has been instrumental in advancing progress in some of the world’s most challenging markets.

With a strong foundation in strategy and an in-depth understanding of International Development Association (IDA) and fragile country-specific (FCS) targets, Audrey has been at the forefront of building frameworks that foster accountability, adaptability, and progress tracking. She has collaborated with multi-stakeholder teams to bridge gaps in economic development, facilitate capacity-building programs, and ensure that private sector investments translate into tangible value for local communities. Audrey’s strategic leadership, combined with her focus on measurable impact, positions her as a dedicated advocate for economic transformation in fragile settings, helping organizations and economies achieve long-term stability and growth.