About Us

Our Staff

We have more than 450 staff members with the majority focused on running the projects on the ground in Cambodia. We're proud to say 97% of our staff are Cambodian.

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Development Director

Adam Thacker

Adam is responsible for advocating on behalf of CCF at all levels in Hong Kong and Singapore. Whether new funding opportunities, corporate partnerships, child sponsorships, building awareness or anything in between, Adam is always happy to meet and have a chat.

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Chief Operating Officer

Lach Savy

Savy was Operations Manager at CCF before leaving to join Aide et Action International (AEAI) as Regional Director Southeast Asia & China, later rising to Deputy Chief Executive Officer. At AEAI, he led global strategic planning and execution, and program development working with institutional donors such as the European Union, French Development Agency, and the United Nations. Savy brings a wealth of experience to CCF, with 22 years within the private sector and civil society institutions, and a track record in leadership and senior management roles. Savy holds a Master Degree (MBA) and Bachelor degree in Accounting.

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Development Director

Elspeth Gilfillan

Elspeth is the Director of Development for CCF UK. She is a fundraiser and philanthropy consultant with 20 years experience, having worked at UK national charities including the NSPCC, Cancer Research UK and Fields in Trust, and also at her alma mater, the University of Nottingham. Elspeth lives in Yorkshire, UK, with her partner and their much-loved dogs, and is passionate about supporting and working for causes where philanthropy has the greatest impact.

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Administrative Support

Daisy Rowland

Daisy contributes to the day-to-day running of the UK office, looks after UK-based donors and sponsors, and assists in fundraising activities, as well as managing all administrative duties.

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Country Manager

Kram Sokchannoeurn

Noeurn was the first employee at CCF and has been heading up the organisation ever since. As Country Manager, she oversees all in-country programs and projects.

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Head of Finance

Morm Sopheak

Sopheak has over 20 years of financial experience, working with reputable international NGOs in Cambodia and Laos. Today, he heads up CCF’s Finance Department and is also part of our Operations Committee.

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Operations Manager

Yim Yaren

Yaren is CCF’s Senior HR and Admin Manager. With a distinguished 20-year career in leadership and management positions in numerous NGOs in Cambodia, Yaren oversees CCF's HR and admin procedures, as well as day-to-day and strategic operations. Yaren’s background is in medicine, and he has previously managed NGO programs in health and nutrition across Cambodia.

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Development Director

Paul Evans

Based in Cambodia, Paul heads CCF's development team, overseeing our major gifts and gifts in wills programs and supporting the CCF international offices. He has 20 years of high-level philanthropy experience with a focus on relationship management and individual giving in fundraising in the major gifts and gifts in will space. Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having managed high-performing fundraising teams for smaller charities and larger organizations such as Plan International Australia and World Vision Australia.

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Senior Sponsorship Program Manager

Rubina Jacob

Rubina is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience holding managerial roles in various companies including CNBC, Cisco Systems and Bloomberg. She has a Master's degree in International Relations and Business Management. She moved from Toronto in early 2018 to take on new challenges, and work at CCF.

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Grants & Marketing Manager

Nicky Ward

Working closely with the Programs teams, Nicky manages the many elements that go into grant applications - including research and in depth reporting for all CCF grants and partner proposals - and marketing content.

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Senior Education Manager

Kram Sokchannin

Channin started at CCF in 2004. She has an extensive background in English language teaching and education management and a Master's of Education.

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Healthcare Manager

Dr Deth Sereivuth

Dr Vuth is an experienced cardiologist who works at CCF as our Healthcare Manager, ensuring that the people of Steung Meanchey can access quality healthcare. He manages CCF’s busy outpatient clinic, as well as overseeing the maternal care program, dental clinic, critical nutrition program, infacility childcare, and all hospital referrals. Dr Vuth trained in cardiology and paediatrics in Vietnam and Australia, and has worked at CCF since 2015.

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Youth Development Manager

Yeang Sethsamprathna

Prathna is a young professional with an extensive background in community, social, and human development experiences across Cambodia and Southeast Asia. He is well-known for his contributions to youth development in Cambodia through his role on the United Nations Joint Program on Youth Employment Steering Committee, three-year tenure as an active advisory member of the United Nations Youth Advisory Panel, and mentoring and coaching youth-led project initiatives. Before joining CCF, Prathna was in the field of marketing communication, public relations, SRHR, gender, and peacebuilding with various local and international organizations.

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Family Assistance Supervisor

Tep Moeun

Moeun has been working with CCF since 2008. As Family Assistance Supervisor, he works with community members to provide for the social well being of families and children. Moeun oversees the provision of emergency assistance support, responds to community concerns and issues, represents the community to the CCF management team, and helps build the CCF approach for community development.

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Counseling Unit Supervisor

Meng Dara

Dara has been working at CCF since 2013. As the Counseling Unit Supervisor, he is responsible for CCF's counseling program, ensuring that all students, staff, and community members have access to psychological services when they need them. Dara has a degree in Psychology from the Royal University of Phnom Penh.

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Childcare Program Manager

Ly Sophea

As Residential Facilities Manager, Sophea provides essential guidance for facility managers, while also monitoring key administrative processes and coordinating collaboration between all residential facilities.

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Case Manager

Doeun Vuthea

Vuthea has been working at CCF since 2013. As CCF’s Case Manager, he works with students, their families, and the community to promote an awareness and understanding of human rights, action against domestic violence, and provides legal advice and support. Vuthea manages our internal case management system and collaborates with relevant authorities on CCF’s behalf. He is currently undertaking a PhD in Public Law.

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Sponsor Communication Manager

Seng Sambona

Bona has been an integral part of CCF since 2008 with the Sponsorship Department. First as a Sponsor Relations Officer and now as a Senior Communications Coordinator. Passionate about children and CCF, Bona ensures high-quality sponsor engagement is maintained with sponsors and CCF supporters.

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Development Manager

Hem Len

Len joined CCF in 2010 as a volunteer to gain work experience after graduating from the Royal University of Law and Economics in Phnom Penh with a degree in Business Administration, majoring in Economic Development. After being offered a staff job as an office assistant, she worked her way up the ladder, taking on different roles, including helping to launch CCF’s Volunteer Program in 2014. Len now oversees all in-country development with her team, seeking new fundraising opportunities and handling donor relations and corporate partnerships in Cambodia. She also still manages the CCF Volunteer Program.

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CCF Community Centre Manager

Ngoy Hen

Hen works closely with a wide variety of departments to ensure the CCF Community Centre and associated outreach programs, satellite schools and live-in facilities are managed and supported appropriately.

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Child Protection Manager

Nhem Rithy

Rithy works with all CCF staff and visitor groups to ensure they are properly trained and compliant with CCF’s Child Protection Policy.

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Internal Auditor

Keo Sidanin

With many years experience in finance and internal auditing, Sidanin monitors CCF’s internal processes and procedures to ensure we are compliant to the highest of standards and operating efficiently.

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Development and Operations Manager

Nicky Cummins

Nicky is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Sydney office and assists donors, and supporters who are fundraising.

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US Development and Operations Manager

Andréa Zenewitz

Andréa and team are responsible for all donor and sponsor relations in the U.S. They are here to answer any of your questions.

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Sponsorship Manager and Development Associate

Liz Theriault

Liz manages sponsorship relationships in the U.S office, as well as assisting in donor relations and day-to-day office operations.

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Supporter Relations Manager

Isabella Neal-Shaw

Bella has been with CCF since 2022, spending two years at CCF Australia before transitioning to the development team in Phnom Penh. In her current role, Bella plays a key role in supporting fundraising efforts across our international offices. She also coordinates on-the-ground engagement activities for international partners and supporters. Bella holds a Bachelor’s degree in International and Global Studies from the University of Sydney.

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Sponsorship and Donor Relations Officer

Olivia Pigeot

Olivia looks after our sponsor and regular donors as well as assisting with events and the running of the Australian office.

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