Victoria Babirye is an Agri-food systems specialist dedicated to championing policies that enhance the well-being of small-holder farmers. Currently serving as a Program Manager with Fairtrade Africa, she supports a team across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda and leads resource mobilization efforts for the East and Central African Network. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation Engineering and is pursuing a master’s degree in development studies.
Victoria’s career spans both the humanitarian and development sectors, where she has led impactful programs focused on improving the livelihoods of refugees and host communities. Her diverse experience includes roles across various sectors with agencies such as Alight (formerly American Refugee Committee), Dan Church Aid, CARE International in Uganda, the Centre for Governance and Economic Development, and the Appropriate Technology Centre under the Ministry of Water and Environment. Her expertise in developing and strengthening export market systems has enabled her to lead teams successfully in project implementation and contribute to the strategic development of organizations and sectors. Her career ambition is to become a knowledge expert in international trade, advocating for equitable practices across agricultural value chains.