Biography
Gabriel Olila brings over 15 years of expertise in international development, having worked with several international NGOs, including the United Nations. As the Global Social Protection Manager at Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), Gabriel collaborated closely with the Social Protection team to advance policy efforts, monitor global projects, identify forthcoming results, and develop impactful outreach strategies.
In addition to his managerial roles, Gabriel has consulted for various United Nations agencies on critical issues such as taxation, social protection, climate change adaptation, recovery finance, and economic development. His deep expertise in policy implementation and economic strategies has enabled him to contribute significantly to global development initiatives.
Practice Areas
Global Social Protection Manager, Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)
- Supported the Social Protection team in policy work and global project monitoring.
- Identified forthcoming results and developed outreach strategies to amplify impact.
Consultant, United Nations Agencies
- Provided expert advice on taxation, social protection, and recovery finance.
- Delivered key insights on climate change adaptation and economic development.
Policy Consultant
- Advised on the integration of social protection measures in development policies.
Cases Handled
Social Protection Policy Monitoring
Led global monitoring projects and designed impactful outreach strategies at IPA.Taxation and Recovery Finance Initiatives
Consulted on taxation systems and recovery finance for United Nations agencies.Climate Change Adaptation Strategies
Contributed to policy development for climate resilience in vulnerable communities.Economic Development Consultations
Advised on policies for sustainable economic growth in developing regions.
Education
- Ph.D. in Economics (Ongoing)
- MSc. in Development Finance – Strathmore University Business School
- BSc. in Actuarial Science – Makerere University