Shannon M. Maguire
Press freedom and international development strategist with two decades of experience leading research, monitoring and evaluation, assessment, analysis, and strategy across complex geopolitical environments.
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Development
Proven track record in securing multi-million-dollar co-funding, building and mentoring high-performing international teams, and driving results in challenging contexts.
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Democracy
Adept at briefing senior government and donor stakeholders on data-driven insights to shape policy and funding decisions.
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Impact
Recognized influencer and thought leader at global conferences on media development, governance, and donor engagement.
Credentials
Professional Experience
Two Decades of Experience as a Media Development Consultant and Government Liaison
Highlighted Experience
Endorsements
"Shannon is an exceptional strategic advisor and project manager with expertise in democracy support, grantmaking, and international development. She is a fierce advocate for investigative journalism and its role in holding the powerful to account. She is not only knowledgeable about how development should work, she is effective in getting impact and results."
Andrew Sullivan, Publisher, Co-Founder of the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
"With proven strengths in program design, monitoring and evaluation, and cross-sector partnership building, Shannon consistently delivers impact for public donors, philanthropies, and social impact organizations. Her collaborative approach, exceptional communication skills, and subject-matter expertise in media development, civic engagement, and disinformation make her a trusted leader and advisor in advancing democracy and human rights worldwide."
Marguerite Sullivan, Founder of the Center for International Media Assistance at the National Endowment for Democracy