THE SECRETARIAT
Marie-May Jeremie (Muzungaile) is the Chief Executive Officer of SeyCCAT. She is a trained Conservation Biologist who has been actively involved in national biodiversity conservation and environmental management, development of environmental policies and legislation. Over the past 10 years, She has been active in conservation works both at governmental and non-governmental organisation platforms in the Seychelles and beyond. She holds a Masters of Environment Degree from the University of Melbourne and an undergraduate degree in Biological sciences from Edith Cowan University.
Marie-May Jeremie
Chief Executive Officer
Flamboyant Ave, Mahe, Seychelles
Vania Robert is the Finance and Human Resources Manager for the Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SeyCCAT). She is responsible for the financial management of SeyCCAT's administration, BGF projects, grants and endowment. In addition to her financial responsibilities, Vania handles human resources to ensure the organisation's smooth operation. Furthermore, Vania supports the SeyCCAT CEO, the SeyCCAT Board, the Finance Committee and the Blue Grants Committee in running a highly efficient, transparent and service-oriented organisation. Vania has an HND in Business and Finance from the Brunei Darussalam Technical and Vocational Education Council and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cumbria.
Vania Robert
Finance and Human Resource Manager
Ocean Gate, Room 109, Mahe, Seychelles
Helena Sims is the Project manager of the Seychelles Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) initiative. She is responsible for implementing and achieving the MSP initiative by overseeing and representing The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in relationships with government agencies, NGOs, and corporate stakeholders, as well as working closely with the MSP advisory committees. Helena has extensive work experience in Marine Conservation Biology and Project Management. She has worked in marine conservation in various organisations, including the Marine Parks Authority and managed a 4-year GoS-UNDP-GEF Protected Areas Project. Helena has a BSc in Marine Biology Advanced from James Cook University, Australia.
Helena Sims
MSP Project Manager
Eden Plaza
Annike is the Coastal Wetlands and Climate Change Project Manager for SeyCCAT. She will manage and coordinate project activities and the day-to-day project implementation and overall coordination of the various project outcomes under SeyCCAT's portfolio. Annike has substantial experience in environmental project management. Fresh from university, she started work as a Project Manager for the Programme Coordination Unit and later for the United Nations Development Programme. Annike holds a Master's in Environmental Management for Business from Cranfield University, United Kingdom and a BSc in Geography and Environment from the University of Seychelles.
Annike Faure
Coastal Wetlands and Climate Change Project Manager
Flamboyant Ave, Mahe, Seychelles
Michel is a civil society specialist with over 14 years of experience working with the civil society sector in Seychelles, focusing on capacity building of civil society organisations to effectively implement projects and programmes. He has also engaged in advocacy, policy issues, and resource mobilisation. He has excellent skills in project management, which involves coordination, monitoring and effective evaluation. He has managed various national projects aimed at empowering and building the capacity of NGOs in Seychelles, and as a result, contributed meaningfully to the development of the country.
Michel Pierre
Blue Grants Coordinator
Ocean Gate, Room 109, Mahe, Seychelles
Thembekile Manjengwa is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the progress of SeyCCAT's projects in relation to the organisation's goal and mission. She is a Development Expert with extensive experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and Project Management. She has more than 12 years of career experience in development programming in the fields of Agriculture, Natural Resources Management and Sustainable livelihoods. Thembie is a Certified Development Project Manager with a BSc in Natural Resources Management and Agriculture and a Masters in Development Management.
Thembekile Manjengwa
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Ocean Gate, Room 109, Mahe, Seychelles
Diana has worked in the Government of Seychelles for 13 years in the social and environmental sector. She also has an extensive background in gender and population issues, social research, social impact assessment and project management. Diana has had the opportunity to work on different projects funded by both the Government of Seychelles and International organisations, including the African Development Bank, The Darwin Initiatives, the Commonwealth, SADC, European Bank, European Investment Bank and others. Diana holds a Master's degree in Leadership & Strategy.
Diana Renaud
Grants and Fundraising Coordinator
Flamboyant Ave, Mahe, Seychelles
Daniella Farabeau joined SeyCCAT as the Accounts and Administrative officer. Daniella has more than fifteen years of experience in accounting, auditing and taxation. She has had the opportunity to work with the Seychelles Revenue Commission, Chartered accountant companies and the Bureau de Change and also reporting experiences with institutions such as the Central Bank and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
Daniella Farabeau
Accounts & Administrative Officer
Ocean Gate, Room 109, Mahe, Seychelles
Adrian is responsible for coordinating project activities, i.e., overseeing consultancies, developing work plans, managing budgets, and supporting the monitoring and evaluation of project outcomes. Working with the Ministry of Finance, Adrian has gained substantial project management experience and contributed to significant projects, including the SADC Trade Facilitation Programme. He holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration and a Master of Science in International Cooperation Policy.