Jagan Chapagain

Mr. Jagan began his career in the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) as a youth volunteer with the Nepal Red Cross where he represented and advocated on behalf of communities. He has more than 25 years of experience working across Europe and Asia for the IFRC. Prior to being appointed Secretary General, he served as Under Secretary General for Programmes and Operations and guided our relief and development efforts around the world. Mr. Chapagain was also previously Chief of Staff and Director of the Asia Pacific region, where he provided leadership during large-scale humanitarian crises and built resilient communities in partnership with National Societies and regional partners.