Professional profile
Rechline Van Ross is an experienced Liberian management and development professional with over 15 years of expertise in strategic planning, institutional development, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational leadership.
Since July 2024, he has served as Executive Director for Planning, Research and Economic Affairs at the National Port Authority of Liberia (NPA). In this role, he provides strategic oversight of institutional planning, research, performance monitoring, budget forecasting and organizational reporting, supporting the Authority's commitment to operational efficiency, accountability and evidence-based decision-making.
Before joining the NPA, Mr. Ross held technical and management positions with several international development organizations, including the International Development Law Organization (IDLO), Internews, Tetra Tech ARD and World Learning, contributing to institutional strengthening, program implementation and results-based management.
His professional background also includes experience in administration, logistics, procurement and supply chain management, complemented by leadership and governance roles within the Liberia National Red Cross Society.
Mr. Ross holds an Executive Master of Business Administration in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from A.M.E. University. He also holds a Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation from the Liberia Institute of Public Administration (LIPA) and has undertaken specialized professional training internationally.
His extensive experience in strategic management, research and institutional performance contributes to the NPA's efforts to strengthen organizational effectiveness and advance its long-term development priorities.