Gloria Waswa
Brief info
Deputy Executive Director of Fundraising & Public Relations.
With over a decade of experience in development and sustainability, Gloria is well-equipped to enhance our grant initiatives and support our mission.
Previously, Gloria served as Manager for Institutional Relations (IR) at Rainforest Alliance, where she worked with regional teams and international colleagues to secure institutional donor funding in support of programmes. Her role involved identifying new funding sources, securing donor meetings in focal countries, and cultivating relationships with foundations, bilateral, and multilateral funders to grow the organization’s standing in Africa.
Gloria brings a wealth of experience in high-level fundraising strategies and managing relationships with diverse donors . Her experience in conservation fundraising , paired with her ability to network and form partnerships, make her a significant asset to Rhino Ark.
Before joining Rhino Ark, Gloria also worked with Nature Kenya, where she led key fundraising events such as the Lungs for Kenya charity Golf and corporate partnerships. She combines extensive experience with a passion for creating systemic, sustainable change for both people and the planet.