2008 ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

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MESSAGE FROMTHE ADMINISTRATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III

PRESIDENTIAL DISTINGUISHED ANDMERITORIOUS RANK AWARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

ADMINISTRATOR’S DISTINGUISHEDCAREER SERVICE AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

OUTSTANDING CAREER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD . . . . . . . . . 1

ADMINISTRATOR’S IMPLEMENTATION AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . 1

ADMINISTRATOR’S MANAGEMENTIMPROVEMENT AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

THE GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCELEADER’S AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

THE GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCEEXCELLENCE AWARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL ACHIEVEMENT. . . . . . . . . . 4

THE CORBETT M. FLANNERY AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

C. HERBERT REESE MEMORIAL AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

GEORGE C. MARSHALL AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

MICHAEL H.B. ADLER AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

MICHAEL K.WHITE MEMORIAL AWARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

MOLLY KUX ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SCIENCE ANDTECHNOLOGY AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

USAID AWARD FOR HEROISM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ETHICS AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . 5

OUTSTANDING SUPPORT STAFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FOREIGN SERVICE NATIONALS OFTHEYEAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SUPERIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT FOR SPECIAL ACTSAND SUGGESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

DISTINGUISHED HONOR AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SUPERIOR HONOR AWARD AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SUPERIOR HONOR GROUP AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

MERITORIOUS HONOR AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MERITORIOUS HONOR GROUP AWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

E2 SUPER USERS OFTHE MONTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

CASH AWARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATOR

The USAIDAnnualAwardsCeremony for 2008 is a greatcause for celebration.

The year just ending has beenone of signal accomplishment,growth, and rededication to ourAgency’s mission of excellencein foreign assistance. Thanks tothe efforts of all of our team,and especially those beinghonored withAnnualAwards,USAID is enjoying a greatrevitalization.

From leadership in responding to the global food challenge,to world-class professionalism in disaster relief, to innovationin health and education,USAID officers this year have shownthe world once again the compassion and commitment oftheAmerican people.

Continuous improvement of management has been crucial tothis year’s success. OurAgency’s management,measured byobjective and uniform standards, has improved dramatically.We have attained the highest rank,“green,” in four of sevencategories, and we are recognized for “green progress” in allseven categories.

We also have changed our business model profoundly sothat leveraging official development assistance throughpublic-private partnerships now is the norm instead ofthe exception. Since 2001,USAID has built more than 680public-private alliances with over 1,700 individual partners tocontribute more than $9 billion of combined public-privateresources.

I offer each of our 2008 award recipients my warmestcongratulations for outstanding service to our nationand the world.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Henrietta H. ForeAdministrator

U.S. Agency for International Development

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2008PRESIDENTIALDISTINGUISHEDRANKAWARDSJAMES BEVERGLORIA STEELE

2008PRESIDENTIALMERITORIOUSRANKAWARDSDONALD CLARKCARLEENE DEIKENNETH ELLISALONZO FULGHAMWILLIAM GARVELINKALLAN E. REED

ADMINISTRATOR’SDISTINGUISHEDCAREER SERVICEAWARDThis award is the highestAgency award given to recog-nize exceptionally distinguished careers. It is presentedonly upon departure from theAgency.

KENNETH ELLIS

In recognition of an outstanding career of service to USAIDcharacterized by extraordinary leadership, vision, manage-ment and effectiveness.

SHERYL GROSSMAN

For a distinguished career in which Ms. Grossman’s excep-tional strategic vision, leadership, mentoring, and caring aboutpeople has made major contributions to two of the Agency’sand the USG’s highest priorities: Development in Africa andtransition in the post-Communist countries of Europe andEurasia.

MOSINA H. JORDAN

In recognition of over 34 years of distinguished service, char-acterized by extraordinary accomplishment, courageousperseverance, and compassionate dedication to achieving thegreater good for the United States and people in countriesthroughout the developing world.

HARRY MANCHESTER, JR.

In recognition of extraordinary security services provided toUSAID that contributed immeasurably to the Agency’s abilityto successfully implement U.S. foreign policy from July 1981to October 2007.

OUTSTANDINGCAREERACHIEVEMENTAWARDThis award recognizes outstanding service in theFederal Government. It is the second highestAgencyaward presented upon departure from theAgency.

JAMES B. AHN

This award is presented posthumously to Mr. James B.Ahn inrecognition of his sustained dedication, commitment, achieve-ment and leadership throughout his 28 year career as aUSAID Foreign Service Officer.

ROBERT ALAN ARCHER

For outstanding career service and achievement over 28years in the design and management of innovative Agencyenergy development programs in Asia, Near East, Europeand Eurasia.

CALISTA DOWNEY

For outstanding performance and teamwork over manyyears as the Desk Officer for USAID Missions in Mongoliaand the Philippines.

MICHAEL FARBMAN

In recognition of 30 years of outstanding service to USAIDand the USG, including exceptional leadership as MissionDirector in Morocco,Albania, the Caucasus, and Kosovo.

ADMINISTRATOR’SIMPLEMENTATIONAWARDThis award recognizes an individual employee or groupfor demonstrated creativity in the implementation ofdevelopment assistance.

EILEEN HSIEHAttorneyAssistant General Counsel for Asia and Middle EastOffice of the General Counsel

For outstanding achievement in guiding the implementationof programs in countries in East Asia with complex legal andforeign policy restrictions, particularly China and Burma, anddemonstrating the deep understanding of issues and creativethinking necessary in order to effectively implement USAIDprograms in the region.

ADMINISTRATOR’SMANAGEMENTIMPROVEMENTAWARDThis award recognizes individual employees and teamswho have made significant contributions to improvingthe way in which we design and deliver our develop-ment assistance and/or our internal operations andmanagement,which contribute to making ourAgencymore efficient and cost effective.

DIANE A. PERONEAttorneyAssistant General Counsel for Contract and CommodityManagementOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of her significant contributions to makingUSAID work better, faster, and at less cost by streamliningand improving the way USAID designs and delivers programsfor the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/AIDS, thusspeeding assistance and treatment to millions of individuals.

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The following awards represent USAID’s commitmentto its employees and development around the world.We are honored to include these special incentivesand recognitions.

LAURAW. BUSHAWARD FOREXCELLENCE INTHEADVANCEMENT OFGLOBALWOMEN’SEQUALITYThis award was established in 2008 to honor FirstLady LauraW.Bush for her unwavering support ofwomen worldwide who are working to advance devel-opment, democracy, and equality. She has givenencouragement and hope to countless individuals indeveloped and developing countries who share herbelief in the dignity and worth of all human beings. Thepublic recognition provided by the award is intended

to promote bold and creative action to advancewomen’s equality and empowerment.

A winner of this award will be announced for the first timeat the InternationalWomen’s Day Conference, March 2009.

JOHN L.WITHERSMEMORIAL AWARDThis annual award was created in honor of John L.Withers, former USAID Mission Director to honor anindividual who either through sustained effort and/or aspecial act has promoted human rights through actionswhich include but not limited to the promotion of uni-versal human rights through reducing human sufferingand saving lives.

Candidates are being considered for their dedication todemocracy and a lifetime committed to promoting andadvancing human rights. The recipient of this prestigiousaward will be announced early 2009.

THE AWARD FOREXCELLENCE INTHEADVANCEMENT OFHUMAN RIGHTS ANDFREEDOMThis annual award is being established in 2008 tohonor Mission Directors who have assumed the chal-lenge of promoting human rights, an objective that isby nature fraught with risk and a high degree of failure.The public recognition provided by the award isintended to serve as an encouragement to MissionDirectors around the world to promote bold andcreative action to advance human rights, especially inchallenging environments. The award will mirror theDepartment of State’s “Diplomacy for FreedomAward,” established by Secretary Rice in 2006 torecognize U.S. ambassadors who best advance theFreedomAgenda.

THE FOOD SECURITYTASK FORCE

In response to the significant food price increases hittingdeveloping countries around the world, the Administratorestablished a food security task force to develop aPresidential response to the global food challenge. The taskforce acted quickly to develop an urgent plan comprisedof emergency assistance and a medium to long-termagriculture development plan that places USAID as the leadresponder to the food price crisis and its impact on thepoorest people in food insecure countries. The Presidentannounced his plan to deal with the global food challenge onMay 1 and Congress subsequently approved a supplementalappropriations bill which included $200 million for mediumto long term agriculture development programs to attackunderlying causes of food insecurity as well as $850 millionmore for emergency food aid. TheTask Force included.USAID, State/F and State/EG members.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Greg GottliebWilliam HamminkSusan BradleyLeeWalterJohnThomasJosette LewisJeff HillTom HobgoodRob BertramBrian Bacon

SusanThompsonLaura PowersChris PrattSteve DrieslerPaula LynchJohn EllisHal GrayJanet SpeckKhushali ShahFrank Manfredi

TASK FORCE MEMBERS

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THE GLOBALDEVELOPMENTALLIANCE LEADERAWARDThis award recognizes an individual USAID employeeor group for leadership in the development and/ormanagement of a public-private alliance(s). The awardis to be given for extraordinary accomplishment in allphases of activity leading to the formalization andimplementation of a public-private alliance(s).

MARY ANNA MELNYKNatural Resources OfficerOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

For exceptional leadership, unwavering personal commit-ment and innovation in building environmental alliances topromote new ways of doing business and heighten theimpacts of USAID investments, and for her work to advancethe President’s Initiative to combat illegal logging.

THE GLOBALDEVELOPMENTALLIANCEEXCELLENCEAWARDThis award recognizes an individual USAID employeeor group for leadership in the development and/ormanagement of a public-private alliance(s). The awardis to be given for extraordinary accomplishment in allphases of activity leading to the formalization andimplementation of a public-private alliance(s).

THE PARTNERSHIP FOR THE FUTUREOF ALCHEVSKUSAID/Ukraine

In recognition of its dedication, hard work, and commitmentto the success of the Partnership for the Future of Alchevsk.

OFFICE OFINSPECTORGENERALACHIEVEMENTAWARDThis award recognizes one employee for outstandingcommitment to theAgency and leadership for excep-tional results that incorporate accountability into themanagement ofAgency programs and operations.Thecontribution must support USAID’s efforts to meet leg-islative requirements consistent with the GovernmentPerformance ResultsAct (GPRA), the Chief FinancialOfficersAct, and developing improved managementinformation and/or financial reporting systems.

JOHN B. CRIHFIELDGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/IRAQ

For the leadership, commitment, and persistence demonstrat-ed since April 2007 to improve the security of U.S. militaryand civilian employees exposed to relentless enemies in thecombat zone of northwest Baghdad through alertingUSAID/Iraq to the need for greater oversight and accounta-bility of a major USAID program in Iraq.

PHILIP M. HENEGHANInformationTechnology SpecialistOffice of the Chief Information OfficerBureau for Management

In recognition for developing improved management infor-mation and/or reporting systems.

THE CORBETT M.FLANNERY AWARDThe Office of Security recognizes one USAID employ-ee who has made significant contributions over asustained period of time to the safety and security ofAgency personnel.

DENISE A. HERBOLDeputy Mission DirectorUSAID/Iraq

The Office of Security recognizes Ms. Herbol’s continued andextraordinary security services throughout her twenty-five yearcareer with USAID which resulted in the successful protectionof employees and facilities especially in Iraq, Colombia,Uganda and Albania against terrorism and acts of war.

C. HERBERT REESMEMORIALAWARDRecognizes one individual whose performance atmid-career level demonstrates potential for continuedgrowth and ability to assume greater responsibility.

CAROLINE B. BREARLEYProgram OfficerOffice of South Asian and Central AffairsBureau for Asia

In recognition of Ms. Brearley’s successful efforts to insureconsistent, timely and exceptional support toUSAID/Afghanistan, our largest and one of our most visibleand politically sensitive programs in the world.

GEORGE C.MARSHALLAWARDTo recognize one GS employee who has made signifi-cant contributions over a sustained period of time tothe development mission or functional operations oftheAgency.

JEANNE M. PRYORProgram AnalystOffice of Iraq ReconstructionBureau for Middle East

For sustained excellence in supporting USAID’s programs inAfghanistan and Iraq.

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MICHAEL H.B.ADLER AWARDThis award recognizes one junior or mid-level careerForeign Service member whose performance demon-strates excellence and potential for continued growthand development.

COURTNEY L. CHUBBSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Russia

In recognition of her sustained outstanding performance forover two years as USAID/Russia’s Executive Officer, and forproving her senior management potential by successfullyserving for six weeks as Acting Deputy Mission Director.

MICHAEL K.WHITEMEMORIALAWARDRecognizes one individual whose creativity, courage,and persistence has resulted in improved lives ofwomen and children.

GRESA CAKARule of Law Program ManagerUSAID/Kosovo

For outstanding performance in designing innovative assis-tance to reach women, under aged, and child victims ofhuman trafficking in Kosovo, and to assure gender equality inKosovo’s historic new Constitution.

MOLLY KUXAWARDRecognizes oneAgency employee who has madeexceptional and outstanding contributions to therecognition and promotion of environmentally sounddevelopment within theAgency’s development assis-tance programs.

JERRY P. BISSONNatural Resources OfficerOffice of Regional Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

In recognition of Mr. Bisson’s innovative accomplishments andunwavering dedication to environmentally-sound economicdevelopment.

SCIENCE ANDTECHNOLOGYAWARDThis award recognizes an employee whose contribu-tions have advanced science and technology indevelopment.

JOHN O.WILSONSupervisory Environmental Protection SpecialistOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

For intellectual leadership of the joint State-USAIDWaterSector Strategy, reflecting a new vision, grounded in scientificinnovation and focused on increasing access to safe waterand sanitation for health, prosperity and security worldwide.

USAID AWARDFOR HEROISMThe USAIDAward for Heroism recognizes oneemployee for acts of valor and courage or outstandingperformance under unusually difficult or dangerous cir-cumstances.

ELLYN W. OGDENHealth Development OfficerOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In recognition for her heroism and effective global leadershipand dedication to the eradication of polio.

ETHICS AWARDRecognizes one employee who has made exceptionalcontributions to the promotion of ethical standardsand conduct in theAgency.

ARBEN NAGAVCIProgram Specialist/EngineerUSAID/Kosovo

For his untiring efforts to promote transparency and integritythroughout the portfolio of USAID’s programs in Kosovo’senergy sector.

EQUALEMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITYAWARDThe Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Award rec-ognizes an individual or group that makes exceptionalcontributions that successfully further USAID’s equalopportunity goals related to diversity, support, and pro-motion of the Federally Assisted/Conducted Program,and/or the use of small, women and minority business-es.These contributions must far exceed the individual’sor group’s normal job responsibilities and theAgency’sexisting EEO rules, regulations, and policies.

TANYA R. DALTONProgram AnalystOffice of East African AffairsBureau for Africa

In recognition of Ms. Dalton’s steadfast commitment to creat-ing an environment of fairness and a workplace that embracesdiversity of backgrounds and views. Her commitment to fur-thering equal opportunities for employees has had a positiveimpact on the bureau and the Agency. She is recognized as aleader on such issues throughout USAID as a whole.

OUTSTANDINGSUPPORT STAFFAWARDThis award is conferred by theAdministrator to recog-nize outstanding performance in support positionsdemanding dedication, flexibility, and professional skilland to encourage high standards of performanceamong other support staff.

JOCELYN A. RODRIGUEZSecretaryOffice of the Chief Financial OfficerBureau for Management

In recognition of Ms. Rodriguez’s outstanding support to thestaff in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.

LESLIE G.VAUGHNAdministrative Operations AssistantOffice of the Assistant AdministratorBureau for Asia

In recognition of Ms.Vaughn’s exceptional administrativesupport and customer service to the Asia and the MiddleEast Bureau.

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FOREIGN SERVICENATIONAL OF THEYEAR AWARDThis award recognizes outstanding performance byForeign Service Nationals nominated by MissionDirectors and approved by theAssistantAdministrators.

URIM AHMETIDevelopment Assistance SpecialistUSAID/Kosovo

For leadership and dedication in enhancing vital USAID pro-grams and policies addressing minority communities duringKosovo’s transition to statehood.

HELEN BARMINOVASecretaryUSAID/Russia

USAID/Russia recognizes Ms. Barminova for over 15 years ofdiligent, consistent, and friendly administrative assistance tohundreds, if not thousands, of American employees and staffof other organizations, enabling USAID/Russia to successfullyand smoothly carry out its assistance programs.

SHEENA CHHABRAProject Management SpecialistUSAID/India

Ms. Chhabra’s outstanding performance and leadership hasstrengthened USAID and Government health programs inIndia. Her contribution to improved relations with the GOI,and her exemplary leadership on one of the largest healthsurveys in the world, will have long-lasting effects on thehealth and lives of millions of Indians.

JOSE M. GODOYSupply/Maintenance SupervisorUSAID/Guatemala

For extraordinary service to USAID/Guatemala and theUnited States Government.

ANTHONY P. MUTHEEAcquisition and Assistance SpecialistUSAID/Kenya

Mr. Muthee demonstrated a high level of commitment andleadership to the President’s Emergency Plan for HIV/AIDSRelief. Overseeing a portfolio valued at $700 million, he hasbeen integral to design and negotiation of several major inno-vative HIV/AIDS awards significantly increasing the numberof Kenyans, who receive life-saving drugs, nutritional food,micro loans and educational scholarships.

ABDOU NDIAYEActing Executive OfficerUSAID/Senegal

In recognition of Mr. Ndiaye’s sustained excellence perform-ing both the functions of his own position and that of hissupervisor for more than six months.

PATCHARA RUMAKOMSenior Strategic Information AdvisorUSAID/RDMAsia

For exceptional devotion to duty and an outstanding recordof achievement in measuring the impact of fighting theHIV/AIDS epidemic and other infectious diseases in the AsiaPacific region.

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SUPERIORACCOMPLISHMENT& SPECIAL ACTAWARDSThis award recognizes superior accomplishments orone-time special acts or service and for beneficial sug-gestions.

MICHAEL BAKDemocracy and Governance AdvisorUSAID/RDMAsia

To Mr. Bak for his humanitarian efforts in Indonesia and hiscommitment to human rights, demonstrated by his coura-geous efforts to bring peace to Aceh, Indonesia after 30years of civil war.

JON C. BRAUSEDirectorOffice of Program, Policy and ManagementBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding contributions and exceptional dedication toU.S. National Security interest to negotiate a new strategicfood aid agreement between the DRPK and the USG. Mr.Brause’s superb negations skills and extraordinary insightsand knowledge of the region were key ingredients to a suc-cessful agreement.

DIRK W. DIJKERMANChief Operating OfficerBureau for Foreign Assistance

Mr. Dijkerman is recognized for exceptional leadership innegotiating the consultations with Congress on the 653afunding allocations of USAID’s appropriations that resulted inapproval sooner than in the past two years.

WILLIAM P. HAMMINKSenior Deputy Assistant AdministratorBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of Mr. Hammink’s extraordinary leadership ofUSAID’s task force on food crisis that resulted in a compre-hensive USG effort to address immediate needs and longerterm issues.

ROCKFELER P. HERISSEManagement and Program AnalystPrivate Sector Alliances DivisionOffice of Development Partners

For successfully managing the Office of Small andDisadvantaged Business Utilization during a critical time forUSAID, for skillfully taking on a range of management issuesfor displaying extraordinary initiative and leadership duringthe period of June to December, 2007, and for voluntarilydelaying a career-enhancing transfer to stay in the OSDBUposition until the needs of the Agency were met.

SCOTT R. RADLOFFProgram ManagerOffice of Population and Reproductive HealthBureau for Global Health

In recognition for exemplary and concurrent service over an11-month period as both the Director of the Office ofPopulation and Reproductive Health and the Acting Directorof the Office of Strategic Planning, Budget, and Operations.

Colleen R.AllenSithara BatchaAlexanderV. BondChristopher N. BroughtonMatthewA. BurtonAdam BusheyVictoria E. CarethersEunyong ChungCarol J. DabbsCharlotte M.DavisThomas B.Davis, Jr.Ruth M.DerrLawrenceW.DolanMary F.DudickPeter DuffyJohn L.DunlopClaire E. EhmannJohn G. EllisNelly EmeleBarbaraA. FeinsteinPatrick C. FleuretCynthia J. GleichRonald J. GreenbergBenjaminA.GustafsonLydia S.HallCraig K.HartSharon J. HesterNicholas B.HigginsLinda S.HoweyTonya L. JordanAjitV. JoshiMohammed LatifKarma LivelyTess M.McEneryLawrenceA.MeserveThomas C.Milligan

Sandra K.MinkelToni L.MitchellSusan C.MonaghanBethanne MoskovSarah E.MotenAleathea P.MusahAlain MusanguSahibzada Zahid NoorDana OttSharon PhillippsDora P. PlaveticSara B. Rasmussen-TallPaul J. RichardsonMarkA. RillingMyraA. RodgersAndres SalinasJonathan ScanlonCarl A. SeagraveAwetu SimessoMary E. SkarieAlexander SokolowskiVeeraya K. SomvongsiriGail M. SpenceTeresa SpikesJoanna St. LaurentD. Ben SwartleySarah SwiftChristopherThomasChristopheA.ToccoErnesto UribeMary F.VandenbrouckeRyan G.WashburnEnid L.WilliamsEsheteYilmaAEG GroupAwardUSAID Djibouti DGTeamInternational Cooperation Specialists’TeamTeam supporting the Development LeadershipInitiative Junior Officers (DLIs)Mauritania MCCThreshold ProgramTeamNorth Korea Procurement andTransportationTeamRecruitment and StaffingTeamRecruitment and StaffingTeam HRAssistantsCSP Recruitment and Staffing and Program OversightBranch Chiefs

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DISTINGUISHEDHONOR AWARDTo recognize employees who distinguish themselvesduring a prolonged period of time by exceptionally out-standing service,within or beyond their required duties,as demonstrated by achievements of marked nationalor international significance

JENNIFER M. ADAMSMission DirectorUSAID/Brazil

In recognition of Ms.Adams’ leadership demonstrated inaddressing two priority areas for U.S. assistance in Brazil -the creation and administration of a highly successfulCorporate Social Responsibility Network to leverage ourmodest resources; and the mutually beneficial resolution ofa major bilateral dispute over environmental activities in theAmazon.

DAVID A. ATWOODDirectorOffice of Democracy, Governance and SocialTransitionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of distinguished performance as Director of theOffice of Democracy, Governance, Health, and SocialTransitionand as Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for extendedperiods from 2003-2008.

GEORGE DEIKUNMission DirectorUSAID/India

In recognition of more than 27 years of outstanding contribu-tions toward the achievement of the USG’s foreign policyobjectives, during which period Mr. Deikun has applied hiskeen political insights, strategic vision, business acumen anddiplomatic skills to a full range of development challenges inover a dozen countries where he has served with extraordi-nary distinction.

RICKI ANN GOLDProgram AnalystOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

For exceptional leadership and outstanding contributions indeveloping and implementing strategies, tools, and approachesto promote greater democracy and combat extremism acrossthe Middle East and Asia.

CHRISTY L. HANSONHealth Development OfficerOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

Hanson’s exceptional service, leading to achievements ofmajor international significance in the control and treatmentof neglected tropical diseases.

NICHOLAS A. JENKSProgram OfficerUSAID/Dominican Republic of Congo

In recognition of Mr. Jenks exceptional leadership as part ofthe International Facilitation for the peace process in EasternDemocratic Republic of Congo.

MICHAEL E. KITEDemocracy SpecialistOffice of Regional Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For sustained outstanding leadership in promoting strength-ened inter-agency coordination to improve the efficiency andthe effectiveness of USAID assistance across a diverse spec-trum of key initiatives.

ALVERA REICHERTContracting OfficerUSAID/Iraq

For tremendous performance, service and sacrifice in advanc-ing the U.S. national interests in rebuilding Iraq since 2003,and for your sustained commitment to improving the lives ofthe Iraqi people.

SUPERIOR HONORAWARDTo recognize significant acts, services or achievementsthat materially affect the successful accomplishment oftheAgency’s mission

CARRIE A. ABENDROTHGeneral Business SpecialistOffice of Economic GrowthBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of your outstanding contributions toUSAID/Georgia’s Economic Growth Program during a con-tentious, politically charged and short-staffed five monthperiod.

JOHN G. ALLELOSenior Rule of Law AdvisorUSAID/Kosovo

For his extraordinary leadership and expert guidance on thedrafting and adoption of Kosovo’s first Constitution, thus help-ing to assure that democratic governance takes firm root inthis new country.

JOHN B. ALUMBAUGH, JR.AttorneyAssistant General Counsel for Litigation and EnforcementOffice of the General Counsel

For his exemplary leadership, ultimate professionalism, unwa-vering selfless dedication, and overall improvement of legalsupport provided to key Agency offices.

JOAN S. ATHERTONProgram AnalystBilateral and Multilateral Donors DivisionOffice of Development Partners

In recognition of Ms.Atherton’s extraordinary contribution tothe strategic objectives of U.S. development diplomacy bymobilizing the USG, the donor community, and developingcountries themselves behind theprinciples of the ParisDeclaration on Aid Effectiveness and advancing the applica-tion of those principles at the country level.

JEFFREY N. BAKKENDirectorOffice of South American AffairsBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

In recognition of Mr. Bakken’s exceptional team building skillswhich ensured outstanding support to the missions of SouthAmerica for the last three years and which also enabled Mr.Bakken to undertake a sustained, first-ever assignment of aSenior Foreign Service Officer to a Provincial ReconstructionTeam (PRT) in Iraq.

WENDY BENAZERGAPersonal Service ContractorUSAID/West Africa

In recognition for her sustained visionary leadership anddetermination to integrate environmental conservation withMadagascar’s health programs for broader developmentimpact.

BARBARA A. BENNETTLead Congressional Liaison OfficerCongressional Liaison DivisionBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

For her dedication to the mission of USAID in helping toshape both the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Reliefreauthorization and numerous appropriations bills and herwork in implementing major revisions in the CongressionalNotification process as part of the Secretary of State’s ForeignAssistance Reform, contributing substantially to improvedAgency performance.

IRA BIRNBAUMSenior Energy Efficiency AdvisorOffice of Economic GrowthBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding accomplishments in designing and managingEnergy Efficiency, Climate Change and Clean EnergyPrograms in Europe and Eurasia to reduce pollution andgreenhouse gas emissions while promoting sustainable eco-nomic growth and increased energy security.

AMY BLOOMSeniorTechnicalTuberculosis AdvisorTechnical Leadership and Research DivisionBureau for Global Health

In recognition of Ms. Bloom’s extraordinary service andaccomplishments in promoting life-saving programs for per-sons suffering from AIDS andTuberculosis.

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ROBBIN B. BOYERProgram AnalystOffice of Strategic Planning, Budgeting and OperationsBureau for Global Health

In recognition of her outstanding leadership and exceptionalaccomplishments, leading to vastly improved programming ofAgency resources, responsiveness to Congressional require-ments and effectiveness of health programs.

HOPE BRYERSenior Outreach CoordinatorOffice of Strategic Planning and OperationsBureau for Asia and Middle East

For innovative performance in communicating USAID’s mes-sage to Muslim communities in the U.S. and overseas, andfor supporting USAID field missions as they communicatewith people across Asia and the Middle East.

RUTH BUCKLEYProgram OfficerBureau for Africa

In recognition of outstanding intellectual leadership in theadvancement of strategic planning in fragile states in Africa.

HAROLD L. COHENAttorneyAssistant General Counsel for Humanitarian ResponseOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of Mr. Cohen’s superb professional and dedi-cated legal guidance to the Agency Policy CoordinationCommittee for Reconstruction and Stabilization.

GARY COOKSenior Health OfficerOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

In recognition of Mr. Cook’s extraordinary leadership andoutstanding contributions to building health sector capacityand advancing population, health, and nutrition programsacross Asia and the Middle East.

TULLY R. CORNICKActing Deputy Assistant AdministratorBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

Mr. Cornick’s leadership as Acting Deputy AssistantAdministrator and Senior Deputy Assistant Administratorsince August 2007 has been vital to ensuring the effective-ness of USAID’s assistance to advancing democracy, openmarkets and improved economic and social conditions indeveloping countries of theWestern Hemisphere and over-coming severe operating constraints.

ROXANA R. DE SOLESupervisory Health Development OfficerUSAID/Southern Africa

For markedly raising the profile of USAID Southern AfricaMission in terms of inter-agency leadership, managerial andtechnical proficiency and, most importantly, positive results.

CARL DERRICKDirectorStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

In recognition of Mr. Derrick’s outstanding leadership andsupport to LAC field missions, enabling the Bureau to advancestrategic initiatives in theWestern Hemisphere through effec-tive engagement with State/DFA and other Interagency actorson the 2008 and 2009 budget processes.

WALTER L. DOETSCHGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For outstanding contribution to the advancement of USGhumanitarian and foreign policy objectives in Darfur, Sudanand Serbia during times of crisis and transition.

PETER DUFFYSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Kosovo

For outstanding achievements and excellence as ActingUSAID/Kosovo Deputy Director during a sensitive anddemanding period leading to Kosovo’s transition toindependence.

JUDITH DUNBARConflict AdvisorOffice of Conflict Management and MitigationBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of Ms. Dunbar’s leadership of Agency efforts tosupport the President’s Crisis Stabilization Initiative, includingthe creation of the new Office of Surge Administration.

FOREST DUNCANSenior Health Development OfficerOffice of Democracy, Governance and SocialTransitionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of sustained technical excellence and leader-ship in the development and application of National HealthAccounts in Europe and Eurasia, thereby improving healthcare in the region.

JONATHAN DWORKENSupervisory Program ManagerOffice of Food for PeaceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding leadership in the USAID Office of Food forPeace that promoted increases in productivity, efficiency andeconomy of operations that resulted in significant improve-ments in humanitarian and development programs.

KENNETH FARRDevelopment SpecialistUSAID/Ecuador

In recognition of Mr. Farr’s leadership, vision and commitmentto helping improve the lives of Ecuadorians living in thenorthern border provinces through alternative developmentprograms aimed at combating the incursion of illicit drugactivity.

SHERRI E. FENNELLHuman Resources SpecialistPolicy, Planning and Information Management DivisionOffice of Human Resources

For exceptional work, compassion, and drive in seeking toprotect the rights of our Foreign Service National (FSN)employees worldwide.

SUSAN FERTIG-DYKESDemocracy and GovernanceTeam LeaderOffice of Democracy, Governance and SocialTransitionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For sustained effective Bureau leadership as acting Directorof the Democracy, Governance and SocialTransition office,and for engagement on and shaping a range of Agencyissues related to conflict, peace and security, reconstruction,stabilization and Agency staffing up for future post-conflictemergencies.

PATRICIA A. FN’PIEREDemocracy SpecialistOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For sustained superior service to the Agency in helping todefine parameters for and launch the President’s CivilianStabilization Initiative (CSI).

STEPHEN J. HADLEYDirectorOffice of Economic GrowthBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

For exceptional vision in leading ground-breaking Agency ini-tiatives to develop a new Economic Growth Strategy and anew Guide to Economic Growth in Post-Conflict Countries.

LAWRENCE HARDY IIDeputy Mission DirectorUSAID/Peru

For outstanding leadership as USAID/Peru’s acting MissionDirector during a time of crisis and, through his vision, excep-tional composure and humor, for guiding Mission staff toperform at the highest level of professionalism under extraor-dinary stress in responding to multiple demands, includingdelivering critical assistance to the victims of a devastatingearthquake.

LAURA M. HARLEYPublic Health AnalystOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In recognition of Ms. Harley’s outstanding leadership andperformance of her duties in the work of the President’sMalaria Initiative, showing enormous potential for futuregrowth and leadership in the Agency.

STEVEN E. HENDRIXDesk OfficerBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For extraordinary vision and leadership in the creation anddevelopment of an unprecedented security reform programfor Mexico and Central America - the Merida Initiative.

DENISE A. HERBOLDeputy Mission DirectorUSAID/Iraq

As Deputy Mission Director for USAID/Iraq, Ms. Herboldemonstrated true leadership and foresight in all its dimensionsin one of the most difficult, intense volatile posts.

SHARON J. HESTERSupervisory General Development OfficerUSAID/Kosovo

In recognition of five years of significant contributions towardsthe establishment of strong economic institutions and policies inKosovo during an exceptional period of the country’s history,persevering against incredible difficulties, serious roadblocksand adverse conditions.

JANINA A. JARUZELSKIActing Mission DirectorUSAID/Russia

For outstanding leadership as acting mission director forUSAID/Russia during one of the most challenging periods inthe history of USAID’s mission in Russia.

MELISSA A. JONESHealth and Population Development OfficerUSAID/Ethiopia

In recognition of Ms. Jones’ outstanding performance for herleadership and professional skill that produced exceptionallyeffective programs over a sustained period that have benefitedtens of millions of Ethiopians and established USAID as aleader in PEPFAR/Ethiopia the U.S. as Ethiopia’s primary part-ner in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

JESSICA JORDANNatural Resources OfficerUSAID

In recognition of Ms. Jordan’s tireless efforts to bring disasterrelief supplies to earthquake victims and her outstanding team-work and coordination with national and local authorities andother donors.

GARY JUSTEDeputy Mission DirectorUSAID/Southern Africa

In recognition of Mr. Juste’s invaluable contribution to theUSAID Southern Africa (USAID/SA) program, in successfullycompleting the difficult task of merging USAID’s Botswana-based regional office with the Pretoria-based USAID/SA bilater-al program, as well as meeting the burgeoning needs of ourthree non-presence countries (NPCs - Swaziland, Lesotho andBotswana).

JONATHAN T. KAMINLegal OfficerUSAID/Russia

For sustained excellence, outstanding leadership, and creativityin establishing innovative projects.

YURI KAZAKOVProject Management SpecialistUSAID/Russia

For truly outstanding contributions on environmentally soundand sustainable matters and innovative approaches on environ-mental issues in Russia.

DAVID KORPONAIUSAID Executive Officer/DOS Management OfficerUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For exceptional leadership, management and vision, in convert-ing a small U.S. Consulate into a fully functioning U.S. Embassyin Montenegro.

SARAH ANN LYNCHSupervisory Program OfficerStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For sustained outstanding performance as Acting Director forthe Office of South American Affairs for nearly ten months.Ms. Lynch provided superior leadership to the Bureau andcountries of the region, managed exceptional Congressional,senior Agency, and press briefings, directed highly successfulAA/LAC visits to the region, and recruited and mentored newstaff members.

MOHAMMED KHIDER MAHDIExecutive Officer AssistantUSAID/Iraq

In recognition his extraordinary courage, his singular ability tokeep USAID up and running under extremely difficult circum-stances, and his many administrative and technical innovations,it is with great admiration that USAID presents this SuperiorHonor Award to Mohammed Khider Mahdi.

LATANYA MAPP-FRETTSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Nigeria

For sustained excellence in establishing the mission’s Public-Private Partnership Office and advancing U.S. foreign policyobjectives in Nigeria in 2007 as the Acting Deputy MissionDirector for six months and as the Acting Director for fivemonths.

ROSELLA MARSHALLProcurement AnalystOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

In recognition of Ms. Marshall’s sustained superior perform-ance as M/OAA’s subject matter expert on internationallysignificant security issues, which ensured USAID’s voice in newUSG-wide regulations affecting overseas contracts in high-risklocations and in its inter-agency coordination on newly legislat-ed security initiatives affecting contracting for Iraq andAfghanistan.

ANGELA C. MARTINDemocracy OfficerOffice of Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Africa

In recognition of Ms. Martin’s outstanding groundbreakingwork on counter-terrorism programming and 3D cooperationin Africa.

WILLIAM O. MCCORMICKFinancial EconomistBilateral and Multilateral Donors DivisionOffice of Development Partners

In recognition of Mr. McCormick’s extraordinary contribution tothe improvement of international development assistance sta-tistics and to advancing U.S. development diplomacy byimproved analysis of U.S. development assistance and establish-ing international recognition for the quality of U.S. reporting.

MARK A. MEASSICKSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For outstanding leadership of USAID/Sudan’s program office inKhartoum and Juba in a time of exceptional change,challenges and threats.

GREGORY W. MYERSNatural Resources OfficerOffice of Natural Resource ManagementBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of Dr. Myers technical leadership, relentlessenthusiasm and innovation in developing the LandTenure andProperty Rights Framework and associated tools which havegreatly enhanced the understanding of the role of land tenureand property rights in achieving U.S. Foreign Assistance andpolicy objectives.

SHARON B. NICHOLSSupervisory Program Analyststrategy and program officeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For outstanding innovation in transforming Agency program-ming operations and aligning $965 Million for the LatinAmerica and the Caribbean Bureau in FY 2008 foreignassistance resources.

CHARLES E. NORTHDeputy DirectorOffice of the Chief Operating OfficerBureau for Foreign Assistance

For outstanding service in advancing U.S. foreign policy objec-tives in theWestern Hemisphere and in improving foreignassistance reform by leading the effort to further refine andstreamline the budget formulation process.

STEVEN G. OLIVESupervisory Agricultural Development OfficerUSAID/Peru

In recognition of extraordinary leadership, expertise, and team-work as the U.S. Embassy’s Assistant MissionDisaster ReliefOfficer that helped saves lives in one of Peru’s most devastatingearthquakes.

ABDUL RAHMANSafety and Security CoordinatorUSAID/Pakistan

In recognition of Mr. Rahman’s distinguished achievements andsignificant contributions in providing safety and security forUSAID/Pakistan. In particular, his expertise and dedication havecontributed directly to the success of the EarthquakeReconstruction Program in helping the people of northernPakistan rebuild their communities and lives.

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EVELYN RODRIGUEZ-PEREZSupervisory Development OfficerUSAID/Honduras

For outstanding leadership in mobilizing support from donorinstitutions, the Government of Honduras, nongovernmentalorganizations, and the private sector for the decentralizationof the Honduran education system and the promotion ofpublic-private sector alliances in education.

ELIZABETH T. ROENProgram AnalystOffice of Eurasian AffairsBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For advancing USAID programs in the Caucasus regionthrough exceptional customer service and teamwork in theOffice of Eurasia Affairs.

GLENN R. ROGERSProgram OfficerOffice of Democracy, Governance and SocialTransitionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition for his superior and visionary impact on staffdevelopment through mentoring, workshops, facilitation,thusly contributing to an increased knowledge base of theAgency.

DONELLA RUSSELLContracting OfficerUSAID/ Russia

For sustained excellence in procurement, policy development,and partner strengthening in Russia, and throughout theAgency.

CHRISTOPHER F. D. RYDERAttorneyOffice of Assistant General Counsel for Global HealthOffice of the General Counsel

For superb provision of legal services and exceptionalperformance of assigned and additional duties.

TRISA L. SAVOYFinancial Management SpecialistOffice of Program, Policy and ManagementBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of Ms. Savoy’s superior performance and out-standing professionalism, leadership, and customer service.

MICHELE J. SCHIMPPSupervisory Democracy SpecialistOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

In recognition of your truly exceptional work organizing twonew Public Private Partnerships forWomen’s Empowermentand the China Earthquake.

DAVID SCHRODERSupervisory Program OfficerOffice of European Country AffairsBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding leadership and professional competence inadvancing significant E&E and USAID goals by supportingbroad-based economic growth and tripling public-privatepartnerships.

SABRINA M. SEGALParalegal SpecialistOffice of Assistant General Counsel for Ethics andAdministrationOffice of the General Counsel

For outstanding leadership in improving the way USAID doesbusiness, including developing guidance on the PartnerVettingSystem as well as promoting legal Pro Bono activities withinUSAID and the USG.

DENNIS SHARMARegional Development OfficerOffice of East Asian AffairsBureau for Asia

For outstanding teamwork as Acting USAID RepresentativeforTimor Leste during a critical period.

MAJA SIMOVICGeneral Services SpecialistBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For exceptional support in helping to establish various com-ponents of the first American Embassy Podgorica includingexpansion of the existing facility, installation of classifiedmodules and rental of the first ambassadorial residence.

MARY E. SKARIEHealth Development OfficerUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary achievements in improving health servicesfor the Pakistani people and advancing U.S. interests inPakistan.

KEVIN D. SKORICSupervisory Program AnalystOffice of Food for PeaceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding leadership of a massive effort to ensureUSAID and Administration objectives were included in theFarm Bill in the face of intense lobbying by major interestgroups.

DWIGHT A. SMITHSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Kenya

In recognition of Mr. Smith’s resolute dedication to develop-ment as Supervisory Program Officer,Assistant and ActingMission Director, USAID/Kenya. “Al” Smith has been aleader of the international donor community in Kenya, aswell as the USAID mission. His positive approach to prob-lem-solving, team spirit and deep knowledge of Kenya havecontributed greatly to achievement of US developmentobjectives.

MUSTAFA TOMAN THAHBProgram Management AssistantUSAID/Iraq

For his extraordinary courage and unceasing dedication to“one team, one fight,” working on a daily basis with the StateDepartment, US Army, and US Army Corps of Engineers toenable us all to achieve our shared objective of helping tobuild a democratic, free and united Iraq, it is with greatadmiration that USAID presents this Superior Honor Awardto MustafaTomanThahb.

CYNTHIA B.TUCKERAdministrative OfficerOffice of the Assistant AdministratorBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

In recognition of Ms.Tucker’s superior performance, leader-ship, exceptional professional skills in implementation ofmanagement policies and procedures and overall accom-plishment of Agency objectives in the Bureau for Legislativeand Public Affairs.

IVAN VUKOJEVICProgram Management SpecialistUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For sustained excellence in leadership, dedication and profes-sional competence resulting in improved planning andmanagement of USG programs in Serbia and Montenegro.

S.TJIP WALKERSenior Conflict SpecialistOffice of Conflict Management and MitigationBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of your exceptional contributions by creatingnew conflict training courses and leading the design andtesting of the Interagency Conflict Assessment tool.

MARK WALTHERSupervisory Controller SpecialistOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For outstanding leadership on initiatives to address staffing,budgeting and PSC issues for the Office of Acquisition andAssistance.

JULIE WERBELDemocracy SpecialistOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For leading the Agency’s first efforts to envision and launchsecurity sector reform in the development arena.

CLINTON D.WHITEControllerUSAID/Senegal

In recognition of his outstanding leadership and exceptionalprofessional competence and accomplishment as RegionalController for USAID/Senegal, Guinea Conakry, and SierraLeone.

GARY M.WINTERAttorneyOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of Mr.Winter’s extraordinary efforts to developthe Agency’s body of knowledge and practice concerning theprovision of USAID assistance in regions marked by ForeignTerrorist Organizations, ex-combatants and policing issues,and for outstanding leadership on precedent-setting legaldecisions ensuring the integrity and efficacy of USGassistance in foreign-policy priority countries.

VERONICA T.YOUNGCongressional Liaison OfficerCongressional Liaison DivisionBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

In recognition of Ms.Young’s outstanding performance as acongressional liaison officer for the Bureau for Managementand her work with the House Committee on Oversight andGovernment Reform and the Senate Committee onHomeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

W. DAVID YOUNGAttorneyAssistant General Counsel for Latin America andTheCaribbeanOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of Mr.Young’s outstanding teamwork in serviceto USAID and the Office of the General Counsel in (GC)facilitating annual ethics and Hatch Act training, as well aspromoting the use of GC’s document retrieval and informa-tion sharing system.

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SUPERIORHONORGROUPAWARDSThis award may be granted for signif-icant acts, services, or achievementsthat materially aid or affect the suc-cessful accomplishment of theAgency’s mission.

OFFICE OF MIDDLE EASTPROGRAMSBureau for Middle East

For extraordinary innovation in the devel-opment and launch of USAID’s regionalprograms for the Middle East and NorthAfrica that are making vital contributionsto the achievement of US foreign policyobjectives in the region.

WafaaAdawyDavid J. BarthDavid BeschAler GrubbsDavid E.McCloudJenniferA. RaglandLaurie SevernsEricViala

PROGRAM PLANNINGAND PROJECTDEVELOPMENT TEAMUSAID

For outstanding teamwork in providingexemplary budgetary support serviceover the past seven years to the Europeand Eurasia Bureau’s Program Office.

Patricia BrownSheilaT.Cunningham

SERBIA ANDMONTENEGROUSAID

In recognition of three years of sustainedsuperior and extensive contributions criti-cal to the development of a model ICASSoperation at Embassy Podgorica thatensures that the newly establishedembassy can fulfill its foreign policy mis-sion in Montenegro in the most costeffective and efficient manner.

Kristijan JurjevicRichardA. Lawrence

REGIONAL ACQUISITIONAND ASSISTANCEOFFICEUSAID/West Africa

In recognition of exceptional teamworkin providing continuous high qualityAcquisition and Assistance Servicesenabling USAID missions throughoutWest Africa to carry out programs toimprove the lives of the 325 million peo-ple of the region.

Richard B.AaronMildredAgboCosmasApedoCynthiaArde-AcquahLawrence BogusFatoumata CamaraMamadou CoulibalyBernadette DaluzAnnette DjahlinVictor DokeAissatou KanePatrick J. KollarsSatish KumarNeil G. PriceAlice ShulzRosalind R. SikaDeborah J. Simms BrownBabacarThiouneMamaTraoreDavidWobil

STABILIZATION ANDRECONSTRUCTIONWORKING GROUPUSAID

In recognition of exemplary and sustainedefforts in support of the implementation ofNational Security Presidential Directive 44(NSPD-44) which promotes the security ofthe U.S. through improved coordination, plan-ning and implementation for reconstructionand stabilization assistance for foreign statesand regions at risk of, in, or in transition fromconflict or civil strife.

JohnAcreeZeric SmithTimothy G.AlexanderVeeraya K. SomvongsiriJasonAplonPhillip SteffenThomas P. BaltazarS.TjipWalkerLouisAlexandre BergLeahWerchikElena BrinemanMaryanneYerkesRichard ByessLisa M.Chandonnet-BedoyaHarold L.CohenAlexandra M.CourtneyBeth E.CypserJames DerlethDennis DiamondJudith DunbarSusan B. Fertig-DykesJames H.H. FlemingPatricia A. Fn’Piere

CarrieA.GruenlohRebeccaA.GustafsonMark HannafinMargaret M.HarrittPeterW.HendersonKonrad HuberSharon E. IsralowDebbie JacksonRobertW. JenkinsMichael E. KiteDon KrummElisabethA.KvitashviliWilliam R. LeavittMarissa G. LemargieNeil A. LevineCarl C.Mabbs ZenoRichard MarshallAngela MartinElizabeth L.MartinDayton L.MaxwellPeggy MeitesMichael MiklaucicAmi MorganMelissaA. PatsalidesBorany PenhRussell PorterAnne RalteWilliam L. RileyChristopherT. RunyanLynnette B. SaulsMichele J. SchimppMatt Shugert

ENTERPRISE FUND GROUPMarketTransition DivisionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of your unstinting supportleading to the success of the EnterpriseFunds in the Europe and Eurasia Bureau.

Stephen C. EasthamRichard Johnson

OTI KENYA START-UP TEAM

In recognition of USAID/OTI’s KenyaStart-UpTeam for carrying out anextremely rapid, well-organized and highly-effective program start-up that will helpbring concrete assistance to Kenya as itrecovers from post-election violence. Theefforts of the Kenya Start-UpTeam wereinstrumental in helping implement theFebruary 28 power sharing agreement andthe establishment of a durable peace.

Jaimee BraunDean M.CabreraAmanda G.DowningKonrad J. HuberGaleeb KachraMary KettmanJohn LangloisJohn RigbyBrendanWilson-BarthesKelleahYoung

OTI UGANDA START-UPTEAM

In recognition of USAID/OTI’s UgandaStart-UpTeam for carrying out an extremelyrapid, well-organized and highly-effective pro-gram start-up that will help bring concreteassistance to the people of northernUganda recovering from decades of warand displacement.

Jaimee BraunJessica DaveyJohn GattornMary C.GrizzardJoel HirstBrigitte HoyerKonrad J. HuberAdam KaplanDonna KernerGrace K. LangKelleahYoung

IRAQ PROVINCIALRECONSTRUCTION (PRT)MAGAZINE TEAM

For outstanding performance and teamworkin developing and producing the high-profile“Iraq Provincial ReconstructionTeams” (PRTs)magazine to communicate that USG civilianagencies were in fact conducting a “develop-ment surge” in Iraq in coordination with theU.S. military’s security surge.

Ben BarberMohit DayalNan F.DearbornSteven K.GaleClaire J.McIntyreJustin C. PressfieldAngela J .RuckerAkemiTinderCynthia B.TuckerSteveTupper

IRAQ PROVINCIALRECONSTRUCTION (PRT)TEAM

For their vital contribution to the President’sNewWay Forward Civilian Surge for Iraqin the most volatile and challengingenvironment.

David C.AtteberryJeffrey N. BakkenBrian S.ConklinJohn B.CrihfieldRobert E.DavidsonKentA. LarsonMartin G.McLaughlinStephen R.MorinSean J.OsnerGary RobbinsDavid B. SmaleHerbert B. SmithLewis J.TatemMiles F.ToderMark C.Wilt

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CAPACITY BUILDINGOFFICEUSAID/Iraq

For leadership on the intra-agency task forcein Iraq that engaged the CommandingGeneral, Deputy National Security Advisor,and multiple Government of Iraq (GOI) min-isters, making it the central source forinformation and action to build the Iraqis’capacity for self-governance.

RodeinaAbdel FattahKerryA. Pelzman

EXECUTIVE OFFICEUSAID/Iraq

For providing steady and strong leadershipon USAID’s largest and most complexMission in the world, in a highly dangerousenvironment.

Patrick L. RobinsonMichael B. Stewart

USAID/BANGLADESH UNITAWARD

For exceptional teamwork and professional-ism in mounting a sustained, effectiveresponse to Cyclone Sidr, coordinating with alarge U.S. military relief operation, otherdonors, Bangladeshi officials, andnon-government organizations to save lives,provide emergency assistance, and develop a$75 million reconstruction strategy to restoremillions of livelihoods destroyed by the storm.

DCHA STAFF CARE TASKFORCEUSAID

For outstanding suggestions, innovations, andteamwork with effective follow through thathave made an immediate impact on staffcare in the DCHA Bureau, as well as USAIDas a whole.

Peter J. BedardDavid B. BlackshawKing David BoyerRobert CarterCarol ChanLTC.Anthony ChoiMichelle DefayetteJamie FisherKerrin L.GoodspeedLinda GregoryPavan GuptaMike HalesMark HannafinDaniel HenryF.Catherine JohnsonAjitV. JoshiMelissa KennisonKarma LivelyElizabeth L.MartinGaryW.MitchellSusan P. PologrutoRonald Quejas-RisdonConnieA.TurnerGeorgianaWacksman

FIELD SUPPORT SYSTEMSTEAMBureau for Global Health

In recognition of their superior performancein developing an approach for ensuring con-tinued mission access to centrally-managedprograms under the Agency’s new procure-ment system.

Tara J. Lewing-FinemanWyman Stone

OTI COLOMBIA TEAM

For exceptional innovation in facilitatingdevelopment of the Colombian Government’sConsolidation plan for La Macarena, an inte-grated civilian and military strategy forrecovery of territory previously held byinsurgents, and for the successful implemen-tation of quick impact communityengagement and alternative livelihoodsprojects, and dedication to and leadershipin interagency collaboration.

Maria Clamencia BernalKatherine Donohue PapillonChristopher ManessRussell PorterMiguel ReaboldElizabethWinter

KENYA PEPFARCONTRACTING TEAMUSAID/East Africa

For consistently high quality and customerfocused contracting services, which led to inno-vative awards, public-private partnerships andincreased cost savings/efficiencies for theAgency.The team’s significant accomplish-ments include design of a 500 million RFP tomanage the procurement of pharmaceuticalsfor 230,000 HIV/AIDS infected patients, nutri-tional food and micro loan awards in Kenya.

Charity IgwetaPatrick MutheeChristopher O’DonnellJayne Olando

OTI PROGRAM OFFICE

In recognition of their outstanding work anddedication in strengthening USAID transitionprogramming in fragile states and con-flict-prone regions through innovations inprocurement, new monitoring and evaluationinitiatives, and bolstered support for countryprogram management.

Hoyer BrigitteGaleeb KachraAdam ReismanRichard Swanson

OFFICE OF INSPECTORGENERAL/IRAQ

For outstanding work to improve oversight ofUSAID’s $544 million CommunityStabilization Program - a major USG coun-terinsurgency program in Iraq.

Noel B.AndersonConnor ChererBryanT.HighfillRobertW.MasonRyan L.McGonagleJay Reed Rollins

OFFICE OF INSPECTORGENERAL PA AND CAIRO

For outstanding work auditing USAID’santiterrorism vetting policies, procedures, andcontrols and recommending changes thatwould greatly improve the effectiveness ofthe USAID’s antiterrorism vetting activities.

Jacqueline BellSteven H. BernsteinMichelle Marie FontaineHugo JimenezRamy LabibMaryA Llacer-SalcedoRobertW.MasonLloyd Jens MillerVan H.NguyenFatmaA. Rose

THE FRONTLINES TEAMBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

In recognition of exceptional performance indesigning, writing, editing, and producing a revi-talized FRONTLINES newspaper that informsreaders about the substantial contributionsthat USAID is making on behalf of theAmerican people to assist individuals, organi-zations and countries in the developing world.

Ben BarberMary Jane CotterClaire J.McIntyreAngela J. Rucker

STRATEGIC ANDOPERATIONAL RESEARCHAGENDA (SORA) TEAMOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict andHumanitarian Assistance

For extraordinary intellectual leadership indirecting a partnership with leading universi-ties and the National Academies of Sciencesin producing a world-class and first-of-it’s-kindquantitative study on the impact of USAIDDemocracy and Governance Programs andthe development of a highly sophisticatedagency-wide evaluation initiative.

Mark BilleraDavid S. Black

PRESIDENT’S FREEDOMAGENDA TEAMOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict andHumanitarian Assistance

In recognition of outstanding leadership bymembers of the DG Senior Staff in carryingout the President’s Freedom Agenda.

Gary E.Hansen

Michael L.HenningJoshua M.Kaufman

AGENCY POLICYCOORDINATINGCOMMITTEE ON CIVILIAN-MILITARY COOPERATIONUSAID

In recognition of the team’s outstanding con-tribution to an improved partnership withthe Department of Defense and advancinga whole-of-government approach to stabiliza-tion and reconstruction.

Timothy G.AlexanderThomas P. BaltazarRichard ByessTully R.CornickLaurie F.DeFreeseDavid E. EckersonSusan B. Fertig DykesCheryl D. FrederickSharon E. IsralowElisabethA.KvitashviliCarl C.Mabbs ZenoDayton L.MaxwellPeggy MeitesMary C.OttWilliam O.OwensMilan PavlovicSusan J. RabernAnne L. RalteChristopherT. RunyanLynnette B. SaulsMichele J. SchimppMichaelWarmackGary M.Winter

FOREIGN SERVICENATIONAL ADVISORYCOUNCILUSAID

For creative and superior service in increas-ing the dignity and well-being of the USAIDForeign Service National Corps therebyimproving their morale and already exempla-ry performance in promoting USAID’s goals.

Robbin E. BurkhartMarie F. CadetSamuel CarterLaurie F.DeFreeseSherri E. FennellAdnan GalijatovicMary HarveyThomas M.HensonAjitV. JoshiJoshua M.KaufmanMarie C. LaurentA.CarmencitaNahed G.MattaManoj PillaiWilla PressmanBethA. SalamancaZdenek L. SudaJacqueline L.TaylorLimThomasRochelle L.ThompsonLucreciaVasquezHarmony P.WadeMarcelle J.Wijesinghe

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MERITORIOUSHONOR AWARDAssistantAdministrators,Directors of IndependentOffices and Mission Directors may grant this award torecognize outstanding service in the conduct of pro-grams; for accomplishment of assigned responsibilities inan exemplary manner, for efficiency, improved manage-ment or outstanding executive or technical ability; or forunusual devotion to duty under adverse conditions.

REBECCA COBB ADAMSEducation Development OfficerOffice of EducationBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

For extraordinary dedication and superior contributiontowards the strengthening of skills and performance ofUSAID education officers.

REBECCA COBB ADAMSEducation Development OfficerOffice of EducationBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of the exceptional leadership, teamwork,unwavering professional and personal commitment, andtechnical excellence you provided while serving as the Chairof theTraining for Education SectorTeams Advisory Group.

ACHIENG AKUMURule of Law AdvisorOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding contributions to the integration of highquality and innovative rule of law programs in thedemocracy portfolios of USAID missions in Africa andfor advancing new and innovative programming in securitysector reform and non-state justice.

PATRICIA ALEXANDERProgram AnalystOffice of Caribbean AffairsBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For her teamwork and professionalism in performing theduties of the Senior Advisor on Haiti for the periodNovember 2007 through June 2008.

GERALD R. ANDERSENGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/Afghanistan

For distinguished leadership as Deputy Economic GrowthOffice Director throughout eighteen months dedicated serv-ice in Afghanistan and for superb strategic planning,managing, and relationship building, especially with the U.S.Combined JointTask Force 82, that contributed to U.S.foreign policy goals in security and development.

KYAMBADDE ANDREWProject Management SpecialistHIV/AIDS Sub-teamBureau for Africa

In recognition of your work to ensure success of the ESWAPIproject and has spearheaded the scale up into other sectorslike Ministry of Internal Affairs.

INEZ ANDREWSEducationTeam LeaderUSAID/Sudan

For extraordinary, tireless and creative leadership beyond thescope of duty, over a period of six years working with theGovernment of Southern Sudan to re-establish essential edu-cational services and schools to a war-torn country.

INEZ ANDREWSEducationTeam LeaderUSAID/Sudan

In recognition of Ms.Andrews’ unmatched dedication andcontribution to basic education, teacher training and genderequity in Sudan.

MUHAMMAD ASLAMAcquisition and Assistance SpecialistUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary performance of duty and exemplarydedication and efforts that significantly contributed toUSAID/Pakistan’s ability to successfully execute U.S. ForeignAssistance Programs in Pakistan during an intense period ofgrowth and prominent challenges from June 2007 throughJune 2008.

CHRISTOPHER BECKERPrivate Enterprise OfficerUSAID/Afghanistan

For outstanding support to the Afghanistan NationalDevelopment Strategy (ANDS) process.

LUAN BERISHAActing Executive OfficerUSAID/Kosovo

For maintenance of high mission service-levels and exempla-ry leadership of USAID/Kosovo’s Executive Office during aone-year period of interrupted USDH oversight.

AAZAR BHANDARAAID Project Management SpecialistUSAID/Pakistan

In recognition of sustained and outstanding performanceand passionate support of the development objectives ofUSAID/Pakistan.

MARISSA E. BOHRERPresidential Management FellowOffice of Population and Reproductive HealthBureau for Global Health

In recognition for outstanding service in the design of aninnovative $35 million knowledge management award thatwill make state-of-the-art information, knowledge, and bestpractices accessible to family planning service providers,health professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders.

JAMY BONDInformation OfficerUSAID/Iraq

As the Information Officer, Ms. Bond excelled at outreachactivities that she was tasked with that were beyond herintended role. Due to her diligent and valiant efforts theUSAID mission was able to inform the public of its activitiesin Iraq on behalf of the American people.

EBONY L. BOSTICProgram AnalystOffice of Central American and Mexican AffairsBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For outstanding contributions to the U.S. developmentprogram in Nicaragua.

MAURA E. BOYLE-BARRYGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/East Africa

In recognition of outstanding, sustained achievement andperformance in managing the USAID/Somalia developmentassistance program.

NEAL P. BRANDESHealth Science SpecialistOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In recognition for Mr. Brandes outstanding dedication toexpanding the evidence base to reduce maternal, newbornand child mortality and morbidity, specifically his ongoing, sig-nificant contributions to global neonatal mortality prevention.

JEANNE BRIGGSActing OTI Country RepresentativeOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For highly skilled and innovative program design and leader-ship as the Acting OTI Country Representative in Sudan.Ms. Briggs has been an integral, indispensable part of theUSG’s efforts to bring peace to Darfur during periods ofintense political upheaval and insecurity.

JAMES N. BROWDERHIV/AIDS OfficerUSAID/Ethiopia

For Mr. Browder’s exemplary effort in assisting the develop-ment of Ethiopia’s Round 7 proposal to the Global Fund toFight AIDS,Tuberculosis and Malaria, which was awarded$106 million.

CHRISTINE CAPACCI-CARNEALEducation Development OfficerOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

For outstanding teamwork to reinvigorate leadership trainingfor the Middle East and Asia, initiating theTraining FutureLeaders Program and assisting with the Office of MiddleEast Program’s Peace Scholars Program.

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ROBERTA M. CAVITTProject Development OfficerStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For significantly improving the productivity and efficiency ofLAC amid evolving foreign assistance reforms.

SEETHA CHAYAPATHIHuman Resources SpecialistUSAID/Afghanistan

In recognition for sustained outstanding performance,dedication to purpose and mission-critical contributions tothe management of the USAID/Afghanistan mission.

VALERIE CHIENProgram AnalystOffice of European Country AffairsBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding support to the outstanding closing ceremonyand related activities in Zagreb, for USAID/Croatia.

JEFFREY A. COCHRANESupervisory Program Economics OfficerUSAID/West Africa

For outstanding leadership effort in providing technical andlogistics support for the African Growth Opportunity ActForum in Accra Ghana. Dr. Cochrane coordinated PostUSAID and Embassy technical and logistical arrangementsand served as control officer for 37 USAID and OfficeTransportation delegates, contributing to a very successfulconference outcome.

JEFFERY COHENProject Development OfficerUSAID/Dominican Republic

For outstanding contributions to the USG HumanitarianEmergency Response toTropical Storm Noel.

MATTHEW COOKState Administrative Management OfficerDepartment of State

For your invaluable contributions in ensuring that USAIDMali’s move to the New Embassy Annex was well plannedand implemented.

LOUIS CORONADOSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Guinea

For exceptional leadership of the U.S. Foreign Assistanceprogram in Guinea as the Acting Mission Director.

CHEICK OUMAR COULIBALYDeputy Executive OfficerUSAID/Mali

For your invaluable contribution in orchestrating the move tothe New Embassy Annex in January 2008.

STEVEN T. COWPERSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Kenya

For exceptional leadership, innovation, and analytical skill inkeeping U.S. Embassy Dar Es Salaam on the cutting edge ofjoint State/USAID consolidation.

RONALD CURTISAgriculture SpecialistUSAID/Iraq

Mr. Curtis is a critical member of the USAID/Iraq EconomicGovernance and Agriculture Office and an expanded missionteam. He diplomatically handled the complex and some-times contentious relationships between the military,interagency, field teams, and a USAID implementer. Hefound mutual ground and built consensus between thesevaried groups on the way forward.

KAREN J. D’ABOVILLELegal OfficerOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of outstanding leadership to USAID/Sudan andperformance in the Office of General Counsel, during a peri-od of transition.

CARRIE V. DAILEYSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Nigeria

For Ms. Dailey’s outstanding efforts to advance U.S. ForeignAssistance objectives in Nigeria, train and mentor staff, andprovide a healthy, secure work environment forUSAID/Nigeria.

RONNIE G. DANIELSpecial Projects OfficerForeign Service Personnel DivisionOffice of Human Resources

In recognition of sustained, outstanding vision, dedication andeffort in successfully launching the Development LeadershipInitiative (DLI) in 2008.

MARKUS D. DAUSSESSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Pakistan

For skill, dedication and commitment in bringing about a sig-nificant expansion of the USAID/Pakistan and the opening ofa USAID satellite office in Peshawar.

ALBERT DECIEProgram AnalystStrategic Planning and Analysis DivisionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding critical thinking in the achievement of strate-gic planning and budget formulation in the Europe andEurasia region.

NATASHA M. DEMARCKENGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/Mali

For attracting major new funding to the USAID/Mali educa-tion program and making it one of the strongest in Africa.

VICTOR DE LEON DIAZSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For outstanding leadership of the USAID missions’ manage-ment of the evacuation of USAID staff and dependents fromSerbia following the attack upon the U.S. Embassy inBelgrade on February 21, 2008.

BARBARA DICKERSONSupervisory Project Development OfficerUSAID/Madagascar

For outstanding performance as USAID/Madagascar’s ActingMission Director during an extended period from October2007-April 2008.

ABDRAHAMANE DICKOProject Management SpecialistUSAID/Mali

For outstanding performance in managing USAID’s alliancewith the Morila Mine and Commune of Sanso to encouragegood governance, improve the quality of life and fostersustainable social and economic development.

ALEKSANDRA DJOKICDeputy Executive OfficerUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For outstanding dedication and exemplary professionalism inleading the Executive Office through an unusually highUSDH turnover season, through the process of ICASSconsolidation, and through the evacuation of Missionpersonnel following the attack on the Embassy.

CELESTINA DOOLEY-JONESSupervisory Private Enterprise OfficerUSAID/Southern Africa

In recognition of your superior performance as the head ofUSAID/South Africa’s (USAID/SA) Regional Economic GrowthOffice (EG) in 2007-2008 that forged a strong productivepartnership with the South African Government while fusingnew regional responsibilities into a bilateral program.

OUMAR DOUCOUREManagement Information Systems ManagerUSAID/Mali

In recognition of sustained superior performance, exceptionalleadership and outstanding customer service skills whileserving as USAID/Mali’s Acting Supervisory Executive Officer(EXO),Acting Deputy EXO and Acting General ServicesOfficer (GSO) on various occasions in 2007.

OUMAR DOUCOUREManagement Information Systems ManagerUSAID/Mali

For ensuring that USAID/Mali’s computer systems wereoperational within 48 hours prior to the move to the NewEmbassy Annex.

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DR. BAHIRU DUGUMAAgriculture Development OfficerOffice of AgricultureBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of a lifetime of commitment, courage, andprofessionalism in helping people throughout Africa gainhuman rights and dignity.

MICHAEL J. EDDYSupervisory Democracy OfficerUSAID/Macedonia

In recognition of Mr. Eddy’s exceptional skills, outstandingperformance and personal impact on Macedonia’s progresstoward Euro-Atlantic integration.

KAREN B. FALLControllerUSAID/Mali

In recognition of your leadership in finding solutions toUSAID/Mali’s declining OE budget and increased ICASScosts while strengthening relations with the Embassy.

PAMELA FESSENDENFood for Peace OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For Ms. Fessenden’s outstanding work in ensuring that vitalfood assistance reached the neediest populations in this vastand complex country.

MARTIN FISCHERContracting OfficerUSAID/Southern Africa

Mr. Fischer is recognized for heroically stepping in as anActingTeam Leader for one of EGAT’s division teams in the4th quarter while performing beyond his call of duty han-dling significant, complex actions outside of the division forAfghanistan and Haiti.

RANDOLPH B. FLAYProgram OfficerUSAID/Russia

In recognition of exceptional contributions to USAID Russia’scomplex, politically sensitive and high profile foreign assis-tance portfolio, as well as extraordinary adaptability, flexibility,innovation and drive that demonstrate potential to rise tosenior levels in USAID.

ANNE E. FLEURETProject Development OfficerUSAID/Nigeria

For her outstanding commitment to advancing the U.S.Government’s Foreign Assistance objectives and ensuring thatUSAID programs enhance the lives of Nigerians.

STEVEN M. FONDRIESTSupervisory Agriculture Development OfficerUSAID/Nicaragua

In recognition of Mr. Fondriest’s innovation and superlativeleadership promoting economic growth and humanitarianassistance in Nicaragua.

MICHAEL C. FOSTERProgram OfficerOffice of European Country AffairsBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of exceptional leadership and management infurthering USG interests in Zimbabwe and in the Europeand Eurasia Bureau.

LATANYA MAPP-FRETTSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Nigeria

For her outstanding leadership while serving as ActingMission Director, Economic Growth Office Director, and theNiger DeltaTask Force Leader, and tireless promotion of pri-vate sector partnerships.

GWENEVERE FUNDERBURKSecretaryOffice of Strategic Planning and OperationsBureau for Asia

Ms. Funderburk has provided a myriad of services to theDirector of ASIA/Strategic Planning and Operations as well asthe members of the office. As a former supervisor in USAID,she returned with a wealth of knowledge regarding policies,procedures, regulations and a proactive approach tomanaging the extremely heavy workload of this office.

KURT A. GAINERProgram OfficerUSAID/Pakistan

For sustained outstanding performance as program officerduring a period of intense demands on staff time andextraordinary events.

ALLYSON L. GARDNERProgram OfficerUSAID/Dem. Republic of the Congo

For superior leadership and organization of the visit ofUSAID Administrator and Director of Foreign Assistance,Henrietta Fore, to the Democratic Republic of the Congofrom March 12 to 15, 2007.

STACIA GEORGEDeputy Country Representative, PakistanOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For exceptional leadership in a highly stressful environmentto help achieve priority U.S.foreign policy initiatives, anddeveloping successful implementation strategies to counterinsurgent and terrorist threats in Pakistan’s FederallyAdministeredTribal Areas.

JEFFERY T. GOEBELSupervisory General Development OfficerUSAID/ Iraq

In recognition of your performance as the Director for theOffice of Focused Stabilization and direction of USAID/Iraq’sCommunity Stabilization Program (CSP) which supports theUSG’s counter-insurgency (COIN) effort in Iraq and comple-ments the U.S. Military’s surge operations.

RACHEL R. GRANTGeneral Development OfficerUSAID Afghanistan

For outstanding performance in handling the Korean hostagesituation in Ghazni during August 2007.

LINDA GREGORYSenior Field AdvisorOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For Ms. Gregory’s outstanding work and innovations in thefield and inWashington increasing the effectiveness ofTransition programming.

CARRIE GRUENLOHDemocracy SpecialistUSAID/Sudan

For exceptional technical support to the USAID/SudanDemocracy and Governance program in managing assis-tance for the first ever reliable census in Southern Sudan.

DAVID A. HALLENGRENSupervisory Executive OfficerUSAID/Nicaragua

For Mr. Hallengren’s outstanding achievements as MissionDisaster Relief Officer in response to Hurricane Felix and theOctober 2007 floods.

ELLEN J. HARMANAgriculture Development OfficerUSAID/Mali

For completely redesigning the USAID/Mali economic growthprogram into a dynamic, cost-effective program.

MARY HARVEYPublic Health AdvisorOffice of Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Africa

In recognition of exceptional service to USAID’s Africanmissions,African organizations and countries-for improvingthe health and quality of life of the most vulnerable groupsby controlling and preventing epidemics, improving programsto eradicate polio and increase immunization coverage, andpromoting partnerships between African organizations andinternational partners.

ANDREW M. HERSCOWITZLegal OfficerOffice of Assistant General Counsel for Acquisition andAssistanceOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of the significant and substantial contributionsmade to the Agency, outside the scope of his regularlyassigned duties, through his work with the Office of theGeneral Counsel,Acquisition and Assistance Division.

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MAI M. HIJAZIHealth Development OfficerOffice of Population and Reproduction HealthBureau for Global Health

In recognition of Ms. Hijazi’s extraordinary effort in develop-ing and administering workable approaches to theimplementation of new Field Support requirements forTaskOrders.

JEFFERY M. HILLAgricultural Development OfficerOffice of Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Africa

In recognition of Mr. Hill’s superior policy and program devel-opment for the Africa regional design of the President’sResponse to the Food Crisis.

SUSAN C. HILLProgram AnalystStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For sustained outstanding performance and teamwork bene-fiting the Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean.

JOSEPH HIRSCHProgram Development OfficerUSAID/Ethiopia

For negotiating with various Addis Ababa City Authoritieswhich culminated in relocating a major dump site from themain road going to USAID offices.

MARY M. HOBBSSupervisory Generals Development OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For Ms. Hobbs’ outstanding work in addressing SouthernSudan’s root causes of ongoing conflict.

JAMES M. HOPEProgram OfficerUSAID/Afghanistan

In recognition for extraordinary effort in managing theexpanding Provincial ReconstructionTeam (PRT) resources of48 staff and a $250 million assistance budget to achieveUSG and Afghan development goals in some of the mostinsecure and underserved regions in the world.

JEAN HORTONProcurement AnalystOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For your outstanding contribution to the functional operationsof USAID in your role as Agency Ombudsman.

JAN W. HOWARD-MELENDEZProgram OfficerUSAID/Nicaragua

In recognition of your sustained, outstanding efforts insupport of USAID development programs and in particularfor her superb Public Outreach efforts highlighting U.S.assistance in Nicaragua.

SOHAIL HUMAYUNProcurement AgentUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary management of the USAID/PakistanProcurement and Logistics Operations during a period ofrapid growth and expansion.

KATHLEEN HUNTProgram AnalystOffice of Iraq ReconstructionBureau for Middle East

For Ms. Hunt’s outstanding service to the Asia Bureau asTimor Leste Desk officer during a very critical period.

GARY IMHOFFProgram Operations AdvisorPolicy Planning and Project Development DivisionBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of exceptional and unwavering assistance tothe E&E Bureau in developing strong public private alliancesin the region as well as providing exemplary project develop-ment assistance support.

ASSIA L. IVANTCHEVADemocracy OfficerUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For outstanding, energetic and creative leadership of theUSAID/Serbia democracy and governance portfolio during acritical period in Serbia’s journey toward its European future.

NATASHA JACKSONPress OfficerDepartment of State

In recognition of Ms. Jackson’s outstanding, proactive coordi-nation with the media, USAID’s Bureau for Africa, USAID’smissions in Africa, and the Department of State, Bureau forAfrican Affairs, to communicate USAID’s message on suchcomplex and vital issues as Sudan, Zimbabwe and Ethiopia.

FREDA G. JAMESAdministrative SpecialistOffice of the DirectorOffice of Development Partners

In recognition for outstanding support provided asAdministrative Assistant for the Office of DevelopmentPartners (ODP). Because of your consistently exceptionalhard work and dedication, above and beyond the call of duty,ODP was able to achieve numerous priority Agency initiatives.

TAISHA M. JONESProgram OfficerUSAID/West Africa

In recognition of outstanding performance in successfullymanaging to completion the Burkina Faso Girls EducationProject under a very complex inter-Agency arrangementinvolving the Government of Burkina Faso, the U.S. Embassyin Burkina Faso, the Millennium Challenge Corporation(MCC), USAID/Washington and USAID/West Africa.

VELMA L. JONESManagement AnalystOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For sustained outstanding performance in managing the U.S.Government Purchase Card program for USAID.

GREGORY M. JUNGEContracting OfficerUSAID/Afghanistan

Mr. Junge’s time-sensitive negotiation of a vital series of newAfghanistan Infrastructure Reconstruction Program projectswas instrumental for meeting key USAID/Afghanistaninfrastructure program priorities.

AARON P. KARNELLProgram OfficerUSAID/Tanzania

In recognition of sustained high performance and dedicationin combating corruption by establishingTanzania’s first-everFinancial Intelligence Unit.

RIZWANA KHANHuman Resources SpecialistUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary management of the USAID/PakistanHuman Resources during a period of rapid growth andexpansion.

SUREKA KHANDAGLETeam LeaderOffice of Disaster AssistanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

Outstanding leadership in the USG’s humanitarian programthat is saving lives, reducing human suffering and alleviatingthe economic impact of those affected by the conflict inDarfur.

JOYCE KIMProgram AnalystStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For exemplary service to the Bureau for Latin America andthe Caribbean.

JAMES R. KIRKLANDMission DirectorRegional Services Center for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding service as Director of USAID’s RegionalServices Center (RSC) in Budapest, Hungary, in advancingUSG foreign policy objectives in Central and Eastern Europeand the Balkans.

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IRENE M. KOEKSupervisory Health Program SpecialistOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In reconciliation of Ms. Koek’s sustained achievement inestablishing the globalTB program and for implementingstrategic budgeting for Maternal and Child Health andInfectious Diseases, which have been of exceptional benefitto increasing the impact of USG foreign assistance.

MARK KOENIGSenior Media AdvisorUSAID

In recognition of Mr. Koenig’s outstanding contributions inexpanding the Agency’s leadership role in media develop-ment and mainstreaming media as a major cross-sectoraldevelopment objective.

KARIN A. KOLSTROMSupervisory Contracting OfficerUSAID/Ukraine

In recognition of extraordinary creativity, commitment andcustomer service in ensuring that USAID/Pakistan met itsprocurement, programmatic and budgetary goals for FY 06.

PADMINI S. KORDEHealth Development OfficerOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In recognition of your exceptional achievements and servicesin commodity procurement and enormous contribution tothe success of the President’s Malaria Initiative.

CHRISTOPHER P. KOSNIKNatural Resources OfficerOffice of Natural Resources ManagementBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of excellence in his leadership of the LandResources ManagementTeam.

ERIN A. KRASIKSupervisory General Development OfficerUSAID/Russia

For sustained excellence in addressing tremendous politicaland technical challenges in USAID/Russia’s democracyportfolio.

JAROSLAW J. KRYSCHTALSupervisory Contracting OfficerUSAID/Iraq

In recognition of successfully ensuring that the OAA functionin Iraq was promptly responsive to team requirements,accountable and visionary with innovative ideas for proposedcontracting options.

EDWARD T. LANDAUMission DirectorUSAID/Albania

In recognition of exceptional leadership and management inadvancing USG foreign policy interests in Albania.

REBECCA LATORRACAProgram OfficerUSAID Croatia/Slovenia

Since December 2007 Ms. Latorraca has served outstand-ingly as Acting Mission Director of USAID/Croatia. On top ofher existing roles, she guides the Mission to ensure thatprograms and operations meet close-out milestones, and tosupport the USG’s goals in Croatia. This Meritorious HonorAward is presented to Ms. Latorraca for outstandingperformance and working well beyond her grade level.

JOANN FELDMAN-LAWRENCERegional Development OfficerOffice of South AmericanBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For outstanding support to LAC/SA field missions during thepast 12 months.

EUGENE LEVKINProject Management SpecialistUSAID/Russia

In recognition of his extraordinary performance as aCognizantTechnical Officer (CTO) in the Office of RegionalDevelopment (ORD) managing the local government pro-gram, including key activities in the Russian Far East andNorth Caucasus, hence providing critical support to theachievement of American foreign policy and assistance goals.

DALE LEWISContracting OfficerUSAID/Pakistan

For outstanding leadership of contracting services toUSAID/Pakistan and contributions to achieving U.S. goals inthis critical priority country.

JOHN F. LORDContracting OfficerUSAID/Caucasus

For outstanding contracting services to USAID/Armenia whenthis third country was unexpectedly added to his portfolio,calling on his services for another $232 million in funding,supervision of four more Foreign Service Nationals, and over-sight of an additional 23 CognizantTechnical Officers.

KIMBERLY LUDWIGDemocracy SpecialistOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of Ms. Ludwig’s outstanding leadership inadvancing Agency support of trade unions and labor as amajor development objective.

ROBERTA MAHONEYDirectorOffice of Regional Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For Ms. Mahoney’s extraordinary contribution to agency-widestaff development, training and recruitment.

JULI L. MAJERNIKProgram AnalystOffice of Food for PeaceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For exceptional planning and effective canvassing within theOffice of Food for Peace (FFP) to execute a new filing system,in line with updated USAID regulations and procedures, forP.L. 480Title II assistance awards, which has fundamentallytransformed FFP approaches and practices to the manage-ment of grants valued at over $2.4 billion in FY 2008 alone.

CHRISTOPHER MANESSProgram ManagerOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In going beyond the call of duty to ensure the success of theOTI/Colombia,Venezuela and Cuba programs, Mr. Manesshas demonstrated exemplary teamwork in programmanagement.

SAJID MAQSOODComputer Management SpecialistUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary management of the USAID/Pakistaninformation technology and telecommunications systemsduring a period of rapid growth and expansion.

NICK MARINACCIDeputy Director Focused Stabilization OfficeUSAID/Iraq

Mr. Marinacci is the Deputy Director for the Office ofFocused Stabilization and directs USAID/Iraq’s CommunityStabilization Program (CSP) which supports the USG’scounter-insurgency (COIN) effort in Iraq and complementsthe U.S. Military’s surge operations.

MARK H. PARKISONDemocracy and GovernanceTeam LeaderUSAID/Morocco

In recognition of sustained superior performance during yourfour years of extraordinary service to USAID/Morocco.

WENDY S. MARSHALLDemocracy OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For Ms. Marshall’s outstanding efforts in support of theComprehensive Peace Agreement by assisting theGovernment of Southern Sudan (GOSS) in implementing thefirst ever census in Southern Sudan and by providing techni-cal assistance to the GOSS to improve transparency andreduce corruption.

ELIZABETH L. MARTINProgram AnalystOffice of Conflict Management and MitigationBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of sustained outstanding performance in thedevelopment and implementation of USAID’s new conflicttraining programs--Conflict 101 and 201.

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JANEAN E. MARTINPublic Health AnalystOffice of HIV-AIDSBureau for Global Health

For her performance during the last nine months as theAID/W backstop and/or Acting Director of USAID SouthernAfrica’s Regional HIV/AIDS Program, permitting USAIDSouthern Africa to focus on the multiple other issues,including those emanating from our recent absorptionof the Regional USAID Office.

TERESA L. MCGHIELegal OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For Ms. McGhie’s outstanding work to advance USAID’sbilateral programs in Sudan and facilitate the approval andassignment of critical staff to USAID Sudan/Juba.

LAURA MCKECHNIEProgram AnalystOffice of South American AffairsBureau for Latin America andThe Caribbean

For superb support of USAID/Colombia’s program andcritical U.S. foreign policy objectives for Colombia.

SCOTT S. MCKISSOCKProject Development OfficerBureau for Foreign Assistance

In recognition of extraordinary leadership and dedication inthe development and adaptation of the Foreign Assistancedatabases -- FACTS and FACTS Info -- to meet the informa-tion and operational needs of USAID and the StateDepartment.

SUBHI A. MEHDIManagement and Program AnalystOffice of Management Policy, Budget and PerformanceBureau for Management

For sustained superior performance leading USAID’s reinvigo-rated program performance measurement, analysis andreporting for Senior Managers, OMB, the Congress, and theAmerican people.

HEIDI E. MIHMHealth Development OfficerOffice of HIV-AIDSBureau for Global Health

In recognition of Ms. Mihm’s outstanding customer service,innovation, and team work in advancing the HIV/AIDSSupply Chain Management System (SCMS) project.

ANGELA MITCHELLFinancial Management SpecialistOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding service in the management of programfunds supporting Office ofTransition Initiatives programsoverseas.

ALBERT P. MOESLEContract SpecialistOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For stewardship of the competitive processes leading to obli-gation of expiring Presidential Initiative funds at the end ofthe fiscal year in half the time normally required for theseactions.

SYLVIA R. MOORELead Program AnalystOffice of Food for PeaceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of your significant contributions in improvingtheTitle II Food Aid procurement processes by leading theAgency in developing requirements for the U.S. Departmentof Agriculture’s (USDA) multi-million dollar web-based supplychain management information system.

AMI MORGANProgram AnalystOffice of South Asian and Central AffairsBureau for Asia

Ms. Morgan’s performance in responding to a series ofCongressional inquiries on USAID’s health and educationactivities significantly improved the Agency’s performancemonitoring and metrics through her work with the missionidentifying and cataloguing precisely the number and locationof schools and clinics built with USAID funds.

DEBRA I. MOSELSupervisory Project Development OfficerUSAID/Romania

For outstanding leadership as Acting Director,USAID/Romania during the Mission’s successful close-out ofUSAID’s bilateral assistance program and contributions inadvancing U.S. foreign policy objectives.

NILS MUELLERSupervisory Democracy OfficerOffice of Democracy and GovernanceBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For extraordinary sustained service to the DCHA/DG officein improving the day-to-day the Program Office.

SHARON B. NICHOLSSupervisory Program AnalystStrategy and Program OfficeBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

For consistently outstanding teamwork in support of theOffice of South American Affairs and the region’s U.S. foreignpolicy goals.

ZAHID NOORSenior EngineerUSAID/PAKISTAN

In recognition of Mr. Noor’s passionate commitment to excel-lence and his heroic contribution to the reconstruction of theDadar Boy’s School for the inauguration on theYear October8, 2006.

MEGAN R. PETERSENPublic Health AdvisorOffice of HIV-AIDSBureau for Global Health

In recognition for sustained outstanding performance in thedesign and implementation of the New Partners Initiative(NPI) under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief(PEPFAR).

MARK L. PHILLIPSProgram AnalystOffice of European Country AffairsBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For exemplary service as Senior Desk Officer for Irelandand Graduated Countries and as ActingTeam Leader for theRegional AffairsTeam in the Office of European CountryAffairs.

JACQUELYN K. POOLE-GALDASDeputy Executive OfficerUSAID/Sudan

For her outstanding service as the Mission’s DeputyExecutive Officer, for fulfilling the role of the SupervisoryExecutive Officer in an outstanding manner, and forincreasing staff cohesion and morale under highlychallenging circumstances.

MELVIN C. PORTERAdministrative OfficerOffice of Development Partners

In recognition of outstanding support provided asAdministrative Officer for the Office of Development Partners(ODP). Without Mr. Porter’s diligence and dedication tomoving forward critical administrative actions, often at greatpersonal sacrifice, ODP would not have been able to functionnor achieve numerous priority initiatives of the USAIDAdministrator.

RUSSELL PORTERTeam LeaderOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of his outstanding and highly effective efforts inguiding the development of programs and strategy, and forsecuring funding for OTI’sVenezuela and Latin Americanprograms. His inspired analysis and program strategy hasmade USAID/OTI an important regional player in LatinAmerica and has improved the lives of people in regionalcountries undergoing transition.

JANE M. PRUDOEHL-NANDYMission DirectorUSAID/Bosnia-Herzegovina

For outstanding leadership as USAID/Bosnia andHerzegovina (BiH) Mission Director and contributions to theMission’s progress. Despite BiH’s challenging politicalenvironment, thanks to your guidance of Mission staff,results- oriented approach, and commitment to USG goals,USAID/BiH has made important strides for USAID andthe USG.

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ANDREW RAJECDeputy DirectorCenter for Faith-Based and Community InitiativesBureau for Europe and Eurasia

In recognition of his service as Deputy Director of USAID’sCenter for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives in2005-2006, and for his exemplary service and leadership infurthering the E&E Bureau’s Foreign Policy Interest andUSAID programs in Albania, Bulgaria, and Romania duringthe period September 2007 to September 2008.

RAJIV RASTOGISenior Energy AdvisorOffice of Infrastructure and EngineeringBureau for Economic Growth,Agriculture andTrade

In recognition of 14 years of dedicated service in advancingUSAID energy reform programs in the transition countries ofEastern Europe and the former Soviet Union.

MIGUEL REABOLDColombia Country RepresentativeOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For exceptional innovation in facilitating the development ofthe Colombian Government’s Consolidation Plan for LaMacarena, an integrated civilian and military strategy forrecovery of territory previously held by insurgents, the suc-cessful implementation of quick impact communityengagement and alternative livelihoods projects and hisdedication to and leadership in interagency collaboration.

LESLIE K. REEDAssistant General Counsel for AfricaOffice of the General Counsel

In recognition of outstanding leadership in managing theForeign Service Assignment process for Regional LegalAdvisors, and service to the Africa Bureau.

ALVERA REICHERTContracts OfficerUSAID/Iraq

Ms. Reichert has been one of the longest serving USAIDcontracts officers in Iraq, and her dedication to serving themission will have a longstanding impact on the USG’s effortsin the country.

DANIELLE M. REIFFGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/Uganda

For exceptional contributions to the USG’s efforts to promotea peaceful resolution of the conflict in Northern Uganda.Ms. Reiff has selflessly applied her deep commitment topeace, extensive knowledge of peace processes, leadership,diplomatic, and interpersonal skills to promote the transfor-mational development goal of peace and security.

JONATHAN RICHTERProject Development OfficerUSAID/Mali

For exceptional leadership and professionalism while servingas Acting Program Officer for USAID/Mali in July and Augustof 2007.

JOHN RIGBYSenior Field AdvisorOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of Mr. Rigby’s outstanding service and leadershipin attaining the highly significant Agency goals of guidingUSAID transition programming in the resumption of activitiesin Zimbabwe during a very difficult and politically unstableperiod, while simultaneously leading the DCHA/OTI Kenya pro-gram start-up to address post election violence and instability.

KIMBERLY A. ROSENProgram OfficerOffice of East Asian AffairsBureau for Asia

For outstanding performance and teamwork as Acting OfficeDirector for East Asia Affairs during a critical period.

MELISSA ROSSEROTI Country RepresentativeUSAID/Nepal

For superior motivation and dedication to the furtheranceof U.S. foreign policy initiatives in Nepal, and exceptionalleadership in the supervision and management of theNepalTransition Initiative.

CHRISTOPHER T. RUNYANProgram AnalystOffice of Conflict Management and MitigationBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition for having taken the initiative to promoteethical standards and conduct.

JOEL B. SANDEFURLegal OfficerUSAID/Southern Africa

Mr. Sandefur was the Regional Legal Advisor for theUSAID/Iraq mission and was invaluable in addressing andresolving some of the most complex legal and moral issuesfacing the Agency today.

MIKE E. SARHANUSAID RepresentativeUSAID/Yemen

In recognition of your superb management, judgment, andability to motivate others, build teams and political sensewhile serving USAID/Yemen and for your leadership role inYemen’s reinstatement in the Millennium Challenge AccountThreshold Country Program.

LEONA SASINKOVAContract SpecialistOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For tireless and high-quality efforts to ensure that USAID’sworldwide mechanism for the design and monitoring ofeducation programs was awarded.

LYNNETTE B. SAULSManagement SpecialistOffice ofTechnical SupportBureau for Middle East

For her exemplary leadership of interagency efforts relatedto stabilization and reconstruction in the Middle East andAsia, pairing USAID’s development expertise with theDepartment of Defense’s national security responsibility.

JANET A. SCHULMANGeneral Development OfficerUSAID/East Africa

For outstanding work and dedication to the USAID office atthe Embassy of Djibouti.

THEDFORD L. SHANKLINBudget AnalystOffice of Management Policy, Budget and PerformanceBureau for Management

For creative thinking and initiative through the creation of acost model solution that allows the Agency to quickly andaccurately create budgets based on varying workforceassumptions, specifically the Development LeadershipInitiative.

KEVIN C. SHARPDeputy DirectorUSAID/West Africa

Mr. Sharp is a critical member of the USAID/Iraq EconomicGovernance and Agriculture Office and an expanded missionteam. He diplomatically handled the complex andsometimes contentious relationships between the military,interagency, field teams, and a USAID implementer. Hefound mutual ground and built consensus between thesevaried groups on the way forward.

LORRAINE SHERMANExecutive OfficerUSAID/Afghanistan

In recognition of superior performance in managingoperations for USAID/Afghanistan as the Acting SupervisoryExecutive Officer from July 2007 until September 2007.

IZETTA Y. SIMMONSHealth and Population OfficerUSAID/West Africa

In recognition of Ms. Simmons’ continued excellent programmanagement and leadership for the USAID/West Africaregional health program, well above the expectations of herposition grade, leading to better health care for millions ofpeople in theWest Africa region.

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KEVIN C. SMITHProject Development OfficerUSAID/Ethiopia

In recognition of Dr. Smith’s materially improving systemsand procedures to support USAID’s bilateral sustainabledevelopment and humanitarian assistance programs inEthiopia. Such efforts furthered the economic developmentof Ethiopia and the foreign policy goals of the USG.

CHRISTINE KOLARS-SOWHealth and Population Development OfficerUSAID/Mali

For responding to the scaling up of USAID/Mali’s health pro-gram from $15 million to $30 million annually and headingnumerous important health committees, thus bringinglife-saving interventions to the most vulnerable portions ofMali’s population.

KENNETH SPEARProgram ManagerUSAID/Sudan

For highly skillful and innovative program design and leader-ship in Sudan, during periods of intense political upheavaland insecurity.

DAN SQUILLAROInformationTechnology SpecialistUSAID/Iraq

Mr. Squillaro worked on one of most complex IT tasks in theagency, and provided steady and exceptional support in ahighly dangerous environment.

WILLIAM STAFFORDPersonnel Operations SpecialistOffice ofTransition InitiativesBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

Through exemplary effort and performance above andbeyond requirements, outstanding customer service, andincreasing the effectiveness and professionalism of operationssupport for transition programming.

JOHN M. STAMMDeputy Office ChiefUSAID/Ethiopia

For superior performance, teambuilding and leadership insupport of the USAID/Ethiopia Business, Environment,Agriculture andTrade (BEAT) Office.

DONNA R. STAUFFERCoordinator for SimeOffice of the Chief Operating OfficerBureau for Foreign Assistance

For outstanding performance in the management ofinformation systems critical to the success of foreignassistance reform and the operation of the Office of theDirector of U.S. Foreign Assistance.

TIMOTHY STEPHENSDeputy Executive OfficerUSAID/Serbia

For outstanding administrative and logistical support withUSAID/Serbia’s evacuation to Budapest in February 2008.

KRISTA J. STEWARTSocial Science AnalystOffice of Population and Reproductive HealthBureau for Global Health

In recognition for her leadership in the design and procure-ment of the MEASURE Phase III Demographic and HealthSurvey (DHS) Project.

DANA STINSONField Program ManagerUSAID/Uganda

For outstanding performance in managing the USAIDProvincial ReconstructionTeam Office.

MYRA EMATA-STOKESProgram OfficerOffice of East Asian AffairsBureau for Asia

For her outstanding contribution to restoring funding for theInternational Rice Research Institute (IRRI).

RICHARD S. STRICKLANDProgram OfficerOffice of Development PlanningBureau for Africa

In recognition of outstanding teamwork, technical knowledge,and professionalism in working to advance foreign assistancereform and improve Agency strategic planning and programdevelopment policy.

SHERYL A. STUMBRASSupervisory Democracy OfficerUSAID/Kenya

For outstanding leadership of U.S. Mission efforts in Kenya insupport of democratic progress in the run-up and aftermathof the historic, and historically troubled, national elections ofDecember 2007.

SHERYL A. STUMBRASSupervisory Democracy OfficerUSAID/Kenya

Ms. Stumbras is recognized for her outstanding work inadvancing the role of Kenyan women in politics and gover-nance.

KEVIN J. STURRCrisis, Governance and Stabilization OfficerUSAID/Zimbabwe

For outstanding commitment, resourcefulness and leadership

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HOPE E. SUKIN-KLAUBERPublic Heath AdvisorOffice of Sustainable DevelopmentBureau for Africa

In recognition for exceptional service to USAID’s Africanmissions, organizations and people of Africa by providingexcellent leadership to address the critical health needs ofthe most vulnerable groups.

MARTIN C. SWAKAProgram Management SpecialistUSAID/Sudan

In recognition of Dr. Swaka for his exceptional professionalism,impressive resource management skills and outstandingperformance under adverse working conditions in SouthernSudan.

STEVEN A.TASHJIANSupervisory Contract SpecialistOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

For sustained outstanding leadership in the Office ofAcquisition and Assistance systems development, manage-to-budget, closeout, and staff development. His achievementshave improved support and accountability for services deliv-ered by A&A development professionals around the world.

PENELOPE A.THOMASExecutive OfficerUSAID/Mali

In recognition of the outstanding manner in which youorchestrated an incredibly smooth move of USAID/Mali intothe New Embassy Compound, quickly and without amajor glitch.

TODD TIFFANYState General Services OfficerDepartment of State

For your invaluable contributions in ensuring thatUSAID/Mali’s move to the New Embassy Annex was wellplanned and implemented.

KADIDIA TRAOREHuman Resources Management SpecialistUSAID/Mali

For your invaluable contribution in ensuring thatUSAID/Mali’s move to the New Embassy Annex was wellplanned and well implemented.

ALLEN F.VARGASControllerUSAID/Honduras

For sustained outstanding performance and for wideranging contributions as a core member of the Mission’ssenior-management team.

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CHERI L.VINCENTHealth Development OfficerOffice of Health, Infectious Diseases and NutritionBureau for Global Health

In recognition of Ms.Vincent’s exemplary performance whichhas made a major contribution to helping countries expandeffectiveTB programs and efforts to stem the spread ofMDR/XDRTB, coupled with her exceptional commitmentand willingness to take on a substantial set of additionalduties.

NICHOLAS J.VIVIOProgram SpecialistOffice of the Chief Operating OfficerBureau for Foreign Assistance

In recognition of superb support and training of informationsystem users, timely budget and performance analysis, andrevision of reference materials which enable F to carry out itsresponsibilities for budget planning, reporting and perform-ance management more effectively.

VIRGINIA WADDELLSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Nicaragua

For her outstanding leadership, expertise and hard workwhich have materially improved U.S. development assistanceprograms in Nicaragua.

JOHN S.WAGGONERSpeechWriterOffice of the Assistant AdministratorBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

In recognition for his outstanding work as a truly professionalwriter who consistently prepares written documents of asuperb quality for use by key members of the Senior staffand the Administrator for use in a wide variety ofpublications.

MICHAEL WARMACKSenior Military RepresentativeOffice of Military AffairsBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

ColonelWarmack distinguished himself by exceptionallysuperior service as the Senior Military Representative toUSAID from 1 Aug 2006 to 20 Jul 2008. ColonelWarmackexhibited unparalleled professional skills, adept interagencyawareness, and decisive leadership at a pivotal time in theAgency’s history and the GlobalWar onTerror, operationaliz-ing the vision for the Office of Military Affairs.

JAMES E.WATSONSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Southern Africa

In recognition of Mr.Watson’s part in the successful transi-tioning of USAID/ Southern Africa from a modest bilateralmission into a super-sized bilateral/regional mission.

DENNIS J.WELLERMission DirectorUSAID/Rwanda

For exceptional leadership of the U.S. Foreign assistanceprogram in Ghana as Acting Director.

GARY M.WINTERAttorneyAssistant General Counsel For Humanitarian ResponseOffice of the General Counsel

For superb contributions to the safety and security of USAIDpersonnel through recognizing and working to resolve risksrelating to terrorist activities.

MARGARET KINKOPF-WITHERSPOONControllerUSAID/Southern Africa

For restructuring and transforming the Pretoria FinancialOffice into a Regional Financial Management Center, andoverseeing close to a billion dollars of program and OE fundsfor USAID/Southern Africa and its client missions, whileresolving the audits of the mission with the most open auditrecommendations in the Agency.

MARCIA WONGSupervisory Private Enterprise OfficerUSAID/Macedonia

For extraordinary leadership of USAID’s Economic GrowthTeam and outstanding participation in USAID’s SeniorManagementTeam during a critical period of Macedonia’sdevelopment.

MINNIE S.WRIGHTSupervisory Program OfficerUSAID/Nigeria

For her tireless dedication to advancing the USG’s ForeignAssistance objectives and promoting peace and goodgovernance in Nigeria.

ANDREA J.YATESDeputy Mission DirectorUSAID/Causasus

For demonstrating the highest professional and personalintegrity and consistent adherence to the principles of ethicalconduct during her tenure as Deputy Mission Director atUSAID/Caucasus.

NADEEM YUSUFAcquisition SpecialistUSAID/Pakistan

For extraordinary performance of duty and exemplarydedication and efforts that significantly contributed toUSAID/Pakistan’s ability to successfully execute U.S. ForeignAssistance Programs in Pakistan during an intense period ofgrowth and prominent challenges from June 2007 throughJune 2008.

GEORGE ZEGARACControllerRegional Services Center for Europe and Eurasia

Mr. Zegarac masterfully steered the USAID/Iraq Mission’sintegration into the mission-wide process of responding toGAO and SIGIR audits to provide accurate and consistentresponses and set a standard for other agencies to follow.

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MERITORIOUSHONORGROUPAWARDSThis award may be granted in recogni-tion of accomplishments orcontribution of high importance to theAgency

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTOFFICE STAFFUSAID/Colombia

For outstanding teamwork in the design andimplementation of the procedures for PostAllowance benefit payments toUSAID/Colombia employees.

Martha BadilloMargarita FernandezCatalina HidalgoFernando MontealegreLuzAngela Suarez

FOREIGN SERVICENATIONAL STAFF, PHNUSAID/Bangladesh

For providing exceptional service on behalfof the USG to the people of Bangladeshfollowing Cyclone Sidr. Your efforts facilitatedswift and effective humanitarian assistanceto the victims of the disaster.

Krishnapada ChakrabortyFlorence Sheema DasSheikh Belayet HossainShahinul IslamMd.NasiruzzamanSukumar Sarker

USAID MISSION TO SERBIAUSAID/Serbia and Montenegro

For unusual devotion to duty in maintainingand expanding USAID and USG activitiesand programs throughout Serbia during aperiod of tense relations and ordered depar-ture following the attack on the U.S.embassy in February 2007.

Neda BanjaninDjordje BoljanovicBranislav BulatovicJelena BulatovicJelena BurgicSinisa CadjoDanijel DasicVictor De Leon DiazAleksandra DjokicSasa DjordjevicWalter L.DoetschVesna DrobnjakovicArthur J. Flanagan

MichaelT HarveyAleksandar ljenkoAssia L. IvantchevaDragoljub JevticStevan JovanovicKristijan JurjevicSabina JusufovicDavid KahrmannEllen M.KellyIvica KokericMilan KumbaraRichardA. LawrenceVesna MaticJelena MihajlovicVesna MiskovSanja NikolinMark J. PickettMaja PiscevicMarilynnA. SchmidtZoran SimovicMarina SinobadLarisa SpasicMilica Spasic-StojkovicLidija StajicJulijana StankovicJelena StefanovicJames I. SteinZivota StevanovicDragana Stevanovic-KolakovicDejan StojcicSvetlana Stosic-SimicAnita StuparIvanVukojevicMirjanaVuksaRoslynWaters-JensenAna ZapleticAleksandra Zoric-Krzic

EXECUTIVE OFFICEUSAID/Serbia-Montenegro

For dedicated teamwork in assisting theirimmediate colleagues and post communityin logistical support and planning for theordered departure.

Aleksandra DjokicDragoljub JevticZoran SimovicMarina Sinobad

MULTI-OFFICE TEAMUSAID/Afghanistan

For dedication and effort above and beyondthe normal call of duty in organizing,facilitating, and implementing the 2007Afghanistan Agriculture Fairs andTradeShows under the harshest of conditions.

Timothy H.AndersonDavid HatchWanda M.HenrySepideh KeyvanshadLorraine ShermanCarol J.WilsonJohn M.Winfield

VERTICAL STRUCTURESGROUPUSAID/Afghanistan

In recognition of outstanding performance,creative ingenuity and perseverance to rec-ognize and resolve a hazardous condition,life threatening to the general public, and toenable the Mazar-e-Sharif AgFair to takeplace on schedule.

Abdullah HabibJeffery HeplerCraigWattsCarol JWilsonKim KimYee

ACTION TEAM FOR THEGAO VISITUSAID/Afghanistan

In recognition of outstanding leadership,astute planning and heroic performance toenable a GAO team visit to perform anaudit of USG constructed roads in warzones of Afghanistan.

NaziaArifiNaida HarringtonLt. Col.Allen BarnesRob HelmerickJocelyn DawayTerrence KramerRobertW.HanchettMohammadAfzal MuhsiniRixby HardySayed IsrarTorak

USAID TECHNICAL ANDFRONT OFFICE TEAMSUSAID/Macedonia

For outstanding technical analysis andpersuasive argumentation that culminatedin a more accurate model for determiningUSAID graduation dates and earnedprecedent-setting inter-agency support forthe extension of USAID/Macedonia’sdevelopment assistance.

Olya CattoMelita CokrevskaMeri CuculoskaMichael J. EddyGarret J. HarriesLela Jakovlevska-JosevskaAleksandar JovanovicAgnesa LamaxhemaPeter LampesisDwaine E. LeeMargareta Lipkovska-AtanasovTatjana MarkovskaNatasha MurdzevaVioleta PatceAftrodita SaljaAntoaneta SkartovaSladjana SrbinoskaVesna StevkovskaIvicaVasevMarciaWong

HUMANITARIAN RESPONSETEAMUSAID/Kenya

In recognition of the two USG HumanitarianResponse teams and their extraordinarydedication to addressing the plight of dis-placed and violence-affected Kenyans andcoordinating overall USG assistance. Theyare nominated for their professionalism andteamwork under physically and mentallyarduous conditions, and for their service onbehalf of the American people.

Lynn KruegerAdrianBrian L.CarneyAllen P. FlemingAndrew J. KarasErnaW.KerstDwightA. SmithSarah E.Wright

FINANCIAL SERVICESDIVISIONManagement OfficeBureau for Europe and Eurasia

For outstanding dedication and concertedeffort in managing the E&E program budgetimplementation portfolio.

BrunelleAlexandreElizabeth L. FranklinLena R. JohnsonGwendolyn D. SavoyAnita F. Snyder

HEALTH ANDDEMOGRAPHIC SURVEYTEAMUSAID

For spearheading the effort to create anextensive health research study which will beused to establish health priorities forPakistan and that for the first time everincluded mortality rates among pregnantwomen.

QadeerAhsanWilliam ConnAnne Marie FrereMohammadAhmed IsaMehdi Ali KhanKhalid MahmoodMaureen H.NortonAbdul RahmanPadmaja Shetty

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ADMINISTRATIVEMANAGEMENT STAFFOffice of the Assistant AdministratorBureau for Asia and the Middle East

In recognition for their meritorious teamworkand performance in maintaining the continuityand quality of service of the AdministrativeManagement Support team in the Asia andthe Near East Bureau throughout a period ofhigh turnover.

Gequeta R.OvertonGail D.UlrichLeslie G.Vaughn

STRATEGIC PLANNINGOFFICEBureau for Asia and Middle East

In recognition of the Asia Bureaus’ StrategicPlanning Office’s teamwork and dedication infacilitating the financial management reor-ganization of the ANE Bureau into the Asiaand Middle East Bureaus, including thetransition of the Central Asia Republics fromthe Europe and Eurasia (E&E) Bureau tothe Asia Bureau.

Patricia BrownRonnieY.GilmerArdrea HamiltonStephen P.HornemanShelia E. ScottCarrie M.Williams

2008 BLUE ADVANCE TEAMBureau for Democracy, Conflict andHumanitarian Assistance

In recognition of the team’s extraordinaryleadership and efforts in preparation for andduring Blue Advance 2008.

MatthewAndersonJuan BeltJon C. BrauseDana ChiversCara ChristieHarold L.CohenAlexandra M.CourtneyBart DeemerKatherine Donohue-PapillonS. Elaine Grigsby-ArnadeRebeccaA.GustafsonJeffrey HaeniApril D.HahnTamra L Halmrast-SanchezJudith DunbarMichael E. KiteBobbi KrahamDonald KrummKate LegatesNeil A. LevineChristopher ManessHeather PapowitzRussell PorterMarion PrattSharon D. SadlerCaroline Sahley

Robert SchmidtHorneToddLuisVelazquezGeorgianaWacksmanMaryanneYerkesW.DavidYoung

PEPFAR/OE TEAMUSAID

In recognition for developing the principlesand methodology to increase the amount ofresources provided to USAID, and fully reim-bursing the Agency for the implementation ofthe President’s Emergency Plan for AIDSRelief (PEPFAR).

Robbin B. BoyerAngelique CrumblyBenjaminA.GustafsonJ.Armand LanierPaul J. MahannaAngela F.McNerney

FAMILY PLANNINGGRADUATION TEAMUSAID

In recognition for their outstanding perform-ance in implementing USAID’s approach tophasing out family planning assistance andimplementing these guidelines in LatinAmerica, the Caribbean and the CentralAsia region.

GracielaAvilaHeather BennettDamira BibosunovaRebecca CallahanMaricarmen EstradaClaudia EvansLaurel K. FainEmma IriarteConnie J. JohnsonJennifer Knight-JohnsonLucy LopezDavid J. LoskClifford G. LubitzSholpan MakhmudovaKevin PilzSharmila P. RajNilafar RakmanovaMichele RussellKelly SaldanaLois SchaeferLeigh ShamblinHeather SmithKellie StewartIvanTerceroSusan C.ThollaugMary F.VandenbrouckeJorge E.VelascoKaren L.WelchKellieWolfe

JOINT HIGHLIGHTSREPORT WORKING GROUPPerformance DivisionUSAID

For outstanding teamwork and innovation inproducing the first (2007) joint USAID-StateHighlights Report.

Nina BlassengaleGerald M. BritanAdam BusheyStephanie CabellKevin CovertJulia GomezLinda S.HoweyHorace JohnsonJanet KerleyCheryl L. KimYaropolk KulchyckyjKrishna KumarBeverly J.McDonaldReaz MehdiSubhi A.MehdiEd PlatteAnne RalteAndrea C. SternbergMary StewartFrank SullivanJill ThompsonGloria J.White

FOOD FOR PEACEDEVELOPMENT GRANTSREVIEW PANEL TEAMLEADERSBureau for Democracy, Conflict andHumanitarian Assistance

For your outstanding leadership in managingthe first ever full-scale implementation of anew Food for Peace grant review processthat will result in improving the health andlivelihoods of over 200 million people ineleven countries.

Paula BertolinPatrick K.DiskinSukhminder DosanjhSteve GilbertCarolyn N.HughesTim McRaeMatthew C.NimsLeslie C. PetersenKatey ScheinAnneV. ShawAmy SinkJason P.Taylor

EAST ASIA AFFAIRS OFFICEDesk OfficersBureau for Asia

For outstanding teamwork that supportedchallenging USAID programs in the East AsiaRegion.

Deanna GordonKathleen HuntCheryl Jennings

KimberlyA. RosenStephan SolatMyra Emata-SokesDeidra S.Winston

ENVIRONMENTAL TEAMOffice of Regional SustainableDevelopmentBureau for Latin America and theCaribbean

In recognition of excellence and creativity inimplementing regional environmentalmanagement activities and their exemplarysupport for bi-lateral activity implementation.

Jerry P. BissonVictor H. BullenConstance CampbellChristy JohnsonMichael DonaldJohn GarrisonJulie KunenLaura Cornwell

ADS 200 WORKING GROUPUSAID

For outstanding innovation and teamwork inupdating and aligning the ADS 200 Series tothe foreign assistance reform.

CharisseA. AdamsonFrank Z. AlejandroColleen R. AllenSharon Pines-BenolielRuth BuckleyCaryle E.CammisaColette CoweyJeff EvansShannon N.GreenParrie Henderson-O’KeefeCheryl L. KimVirginia LamprechtCarl Mabbs-ZenoSubhi A.MehdiBhavani PathakSharon PhillippsLeslie K. ReedTom RishoiSteve SposatoRichard Strickland

USAID/ZIMBABWE UNITAWARD

USAID/Zimbabwe is nominated for itsunfailing dedication and personal sacrificein promoting democracy and deliveringhumanitarian assistance from the peopleof the U.S. to the people of Zimbabwe.

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OFFICE OF MANAGEMENTPOLICY, BUDGET ANDPERFORMANCEBureau for Management

For extraordinary performance, innovation andteamwork in successfully assuming keyAgency-wide budget,operational policy, andperformance measurement and reportingfunctions during a critical period of Agencytransition.

MichelleA.AldridgeJanet F.AllemColleen R.AllenChivon D.AndersonRose M.AndersonRobert C. BakerPenny M. BennettGerald M. BritanAdam BusheySuzanA.CorlAngelique CrumblyDianaV. FernandezMarcA.GriegoYvette C.HartAmy J. KolerJ.Armand LanierAnnmarie McGillicuddyJacqueline McNeal-ThomasAngela F.McNerneySubhi A.MehdiMary E.MertensCarstella M.Moore-JonesDeborahA. PriceColiece R. RiceErica C. ScottThedford L. ShanklinSylvia D.Wimbley

CONTRACT AUDITMANAGEMENT BRANCHOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

The CAM team provided outstandingcustomer service beyond their normalworkload assignments by producing twoexceptional guides that help program officersand contracting officers to understandcomplex accounting and financial matters,to maximize USAID’s funds, and make soundbusiness decisions in support of USAID’smission.

Dorothy MAwosikaBeverly J JacksonEleanor JeffersonDavidAlexander McneilYomaA Moody BriscoeFrances L OutlandHarry PimpongDominic Ramos

OVERSEAS MANAGEMENTSTAFFBureau for Management

For outstanding performance and substantivesupport to key Agency priorities.

Veronica BusbySam CarterVivian JonesYashwant KainthJeffery KramerNora LewisGary NagleMichael SampleSusanThomas

COUNTERTERRORISM/EXTREMISMWORKING GROUPUSAID

In recognition of superlative teamwork,outstanding intellectual leadership, technicalknowledge, innovation and creativity to improvethe Africa Bureau’s knowledge about the driv-ers of terrorism and to developprogramming options to further US foreignpolicy goals related to the global war on terror.

Ruth BuckleyLisa M.Chandonnet-BedoyaMichael J. EndersSharon E. IsralowAngela C.MartinChristopherT. RunyanZeric K. SmithS.TjipWalkerFrancis O.Wilcox

PSC WORKING GROUPPARTICIPANTSDemocracy, Conflict Resolution andHumanitarian Assistance DivisionBureau for Management

Dedication to the improvement and enhance-ment of processes for Personal ServicesContractors (PSCs) for the DCHA PillarBureau.

Kimberly J. BallMichael A.ClarkAmanda G.DowningJoseph LentiniYvonne M.Wilson

OFFICE OF TRANSITIONINITIATIVE TEAMDemocracy, Conflict Resolution andHumanitarian Assistance DivisionBureau for Management

Dedication and teamwork in support of criti-cal programs for DCHA’s Office ofTransitionInitiatives (OTI).

Dean M.CabreraMichael A.Clark

Amanda G.DowningMoncel E. PetittoCristina H. Sylvia

DRAFTING TEAM FORGUIDE TO ECONOMICGROWTH IN POSTCONFLICT COUNTRIESBureau for Economic Growth,AgricultureandTrade

For excellent teamwork and collaboration toproduce a ground-breaking new USAID Guideto Economic Growth in Post-Conflict Countries.

RitaAggarwalRobert H.AtenKenneth H. BaumJuan BeltBrinton E. BohlingWade ChannellDavid DodAllen EisendrathStephen J. HadleyNicholas S. KlissasJeffrey R. LeeJeffrey R. LevineTracy M.QuilterStephen C. SilcoxJay SmithPhillip Steffen

COMPETITIVE SOURCINGTEAMBureau for Management

For exemplary achievements in improving theefficiency of Agency operations through targetedimplementation of competitive sourcingstrategies.

Janet F.AllemColleen R.AllenRobert C. BakerGerald M. BritanGaylord CostonCharlene D.DavisGeorgia G. FullerCynthia HairstonKrista R.HawkinsBeverly Harris-JohnsonSylvia B. JoynerAmy J. KolerLinda S. LevineGwendolyn LittleSandra Malone-GilmerJoanne M. PaskarGloria J. SaylesCynthia E. Staples

OFFICE OF ACQUISITIONAND ASSISTANCEOPERATIONS TEAMBureau for Management

For outstanding work at the end of the 2007fiscal year to complete more than 3,000awards and obligate more than $4.3 billion.Michael Ashkouri

Alexandre B.OstroffKimberly J. BallMandy M. ParhamMilton B. BaltasPortia R. PersleyJamieA. BeckMoncel E. PetittoCharity C. BensonCharles S. PopeMarilynn E. BiancoAnneT.QuinlanLisa M. BilderDeanna G. RadwanCharlie BrownJamesW.ReidLance Butler IIIVann D. RolfsonSandra M. ByrnesGwendolyn RuffinDean M.CabreraLeona SasinkovaRay L.CarmichaelAnne L. SattgastMichael A.ClarkKenneth SteinBeatrice Marie CondeCristina H. SylviaAdam B.CoxMarkWaltherPatrice L.CunninghamMarcelle J.WijesingheSonia L.Davis-ClemonsYvonne M.WilsonAman S.DjahanbaniAlfredaWilson-ThomasAmanda G.DowningMarjanA. ZanganehAlisa J. DunnEduardo G. EliaClaudi EnriquezMir ErdushlaahOusmane FayeMartin FischerChitahka FlooreAngela E. FortuneKathleen M. FrascellaGeorgia G. FullerJames GoodwinKhem R.GurungAlicia R.HarrisWilliam E.M.HewittNataliyaA.HollCarlitha S. JacksonRaymond JenningsCallie M. JohnsonRyan E. JohnsonDahlia E. KleinDavid G. LavineTameka J. LawsJoseph LentiniSarahA. LewisSarah K.McKimDanielle C.MeyerTodd MillerAlbert P.MoesleCharis M.NastoffChristopher O’Donnell

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ECONOMIC GROWTHSTRATEGY DRAFTINGTEAMUSAID

In recognition of exceptional teamwork increating an innovative vision for USAIDEconomic Growth programs, embodied inthe Agency’s new Economic Growth Strategy.

Gerald RichardAndersenMichael J CrosswellJohn G EllisStephen J HadleyDonaldA Sillers

CIVIL SOCIETY DIVISIONBureau for Democracy, Conflict andHumanitarian Assistance

In recognition of outstanding team perform-ance by the Civil Society Division in workingtogether to champion innovative initiativesand mobilizing support and funds, bothfrom within and outside the Agency, for theirapplication in development programming.

ChristineAdamczykMaria BarronTroy EtulainRebecca KinseyMark KoenigKimberly LudwigEric PicardMaryanneYerkes

ASSETS AND LIVELIHOODSTRANSITION OFFICE -ADDIS ABABAUSAID/Ethiopia

For its outstanding professional leadership incontributing to the food security and stabilityof Ethiopia - a key strategic partner of theU.S. - and because of its superior creativecontribution in the evolution of an innovativeand effective multi donor Productive SafetyNet Program, highly commended by theAgency, other donors and the hostgovernment.

FanayeAmsaluYacobWondimkunMuna BayouTewodrosYeshiworkKonjit EshetuYifruTigistZemen HaddisZelekeWubetScott HocklanderCarol A. JenkinsMichelleA. JenningsMarye FekadeselassieMerawi FissehaSemenesh NigatuSuzanne M. PolandSeyoum HiwotGetachewWondimagegnehu

HIGHER EDUCATIONSUMMIT FOR GLOBALDEVELOPMENTUSAID

For exceptional achievement in planning andexecuting the Higher Education Summit forGlobal Development and follow-on RegionalSummits to expand the role of foreign andU.S. higher education institutions in world-wide social and economic developmentthrough private/public partnerships.

GaryW.BittnerBettie BurgessChristine Capacci-CarnealJoseph P.CarneyThomas E.CortsRamsey C.DayNan F.DearbornHarry EdwardsVijitha M. EyangoLubov FajferNina FedoroffSusan G. FosterWilliam P.HamminkMartin J. HewittMatthew S. JohnsonNancy K. LeahyKenneth LeeJosephine O. LewisMichael MetzlerSarah E.MotenJamie OberlanderAvery B.OuelletteMelissa PriceSonjai Reynolds-CooperKimberly SaisJacqueline E. SchaferFatimaToureAletaWilliams

GLOBAL ACQUISITIONAND ASSISTANCE TEAMUSAID

In recognition of the Global Acquisition andAssistance (GLAAS)Team for their contribu-tions to the successful pilot deployment ofUSAID’s first worldwide Acquisition andAssistance system. The GLAASTeam hassuccessfully implemented the system in9Washington offices and 7 Missions.We appreciate the team’s dedication toempowering Agency employees to moreeffectively and efficiently manage A&A.

Martha C. BradyDonna L. BrazierJudy M. BrittMercedes EugeniaKathleen M. FrascellaA.Camille GarciaCatherine GreenNeil M.KesterPatricia L KristobekGretchen M. LarrimerJohn F. LordErin E.McKeeSandra K.MinkelJeffreyA.Nedoroscik

Terry PayneMoncel E. PetittoAnneT.QuinlanDonella RussellJames B. SanfordSovanna D.You

CRISIS MANAGEMENTTEAMUSAID

For extraordinary compassion and dedica-tion to the Agency following the tragic deathsof John Granville and Abdel-RahmanRahama.

David B. BlackshawVirginia BoncyDennis DiamondVirginia FoleyAndrea FreemanStephanieA. FunkJeffrey J. GriecoAngela F.McNerneyDavid OstermeyerShelley PateShawn PhillipsSusan QuinnMarthaW.ReesJill RoarkRanta L. RussellJulia B. SimpsonJason K. StewartSteveTupperConnieA.TurnerLisa L.WitteColonelWomack

POLICY, OUTREACH,STRATEGY ANDEVALUATION DIVISIONOffice of Development PolicyBureau for Africa

In recognition of the outstanding teamwork,professionalism, and technical expertisedemonstrated during preparation andimplementation of the 2008 Africa BureauProgram Officers Conference (POC) inPretoria, South Africa.

Ruth BuckleyCarrie JohnsonWilliam R. LeavittSharon PhillippsSteven D. PierceLeslie K. ReedRobert RhodesRichard S. StricklandGordonW.WarrenJames E.WatsonCarrieWhitlockHeidi Zangel

NEW EMBASSY ANNEXMOVE TEAMUSAID/Mali

For your invaluable contributions inorchestrating the move to the NewEmbassy Annex in January 2008.

Cheick CoulibalyIdrissa CoulibalyOumar DoucoureKadi GakouAmadouTraoreKadiTraore

M/OAA/EGATEconomic Growth,AgricultureTradeDivisionBureau for Management

In recognition of the Economic Growth andAgriculture andTrade Division for itsoutstanding efforts in developing innovativetools to expedite the acquisition andassistance process with high quality andproviding significant leadership in the GlobalAcquisition and Assistance Systemdevelopment.

Charity Conrad-BensonVann D. RolfsonDennis E. FosterGwendolyn RuffinAlicia R.HarrisLeona SasinkovaDavid G. LavineSusanWelchSarah K.McKimAlbert P.MoesleCharis M.NastoffCharles S. PopeLinda ReedCraig D. Riegler

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CERTIFICATE OFAPPRECIATIONThis award recognizes an employee`s special contribu-tions on an important project or task;may also begiven upon departure from the agency

VANESSA ADAMSDirector of Export Business DevelopmentUSAID/West Africa

For her outstanding effort to design, organize, and implementtheWest AfricaTrade Hub Exhibitor Showcase on theoccasion of the visit to Ghana of President GeorgeW. Bush,Mrs. Laura Bush, and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

MARY L. CARLSONAgriculture Development OfficerUSAID/Mali

For exceptional performance in developing improvedAccelerated Economic Growth (AEG) Management Systemsand oversight of a difficult and lengthy procurement processfor the USAID/Mali’s economic growth portfolio.

CARMEN GRIZZARDNegotiatorAfricaTeamBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For outstanding support for the OTI AfricaTeam during a dif-ficult and busy time of new start-ups and close-outs.

RACHEL HANSONOffice of East Asia Affairs InternOffice East Asia AffairsBureau for Asia

For outstanding support in the achievement of USG develop-ment assistance objectives in East Asia.

BRIGITTE HOYERProgram AssistantAfricaTeamBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

For excellent support in the Uganda, Kenya and Zimbabweprogram startups.

ERNEST JECTYChief of PartyUSAID/West Africa

In recognition of outstanding dedication, leadership, manage-ment and performance as USAID/West Africa’s Chief ofParty for the Improved Access to Credit forWest AfricanSMEs Program.

URMILA KASHYAPDevelopment Program.AssistantUSAID/Nepal

In Recognition of Ms. Kashyap’s unwavering dedication toUSAID and her consistently reliable service to the Programand Project Development Office.

ARON P. LIPTAKDesk OfficerOffice ofWest African AffairsBureau for Africa

For exceptional service to theWest Africa Office.

NITIN MADHAVProgram AnalystOffice of South Asian and Central AffairsBureau for Asia

For outstanding, sustained performance as Officer-in-Chargefor Pakistan, single-handedly managing all desk responsibilitiesand representing USAID/Pakistan’s interests inWashingtonduring a period when Mission program and staff expandedsignificantly, the country experienced prolonged political andeconomic crisis, and Pakistan emerged as the front line in theGlobalWar onTerror.

DOUGLAS MASONBiodiversity and Conservation Management SpecialistOffice of Economic Growth, Development andEnvironmentBureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

In honor of Mr. Mason’s leadership and vision in establishingUSAID’s program to conserve the biodiversity and indigenouscultures of the Amazon Basin.

LORRAINE E. MEEHANLead Security SpecialistBackground Investigations and Domestic SecurityDivisionOffice of Security

In recognition of Ms. Meehan’s quick response to the Officeof Human Resource’s request to adjust the operating hoursof the doors to the HR suite.We appreciate the outstandingcustomer service and follow-up Ms. Meehan providedensuring that everything was operational in a timely manner.

DEVAPRIYA PREMUDEProcurement AgentUSAID/Sri Lanka

For sustained excellent performance in support of Missionprocurement requirements and customer service.

OLUTOKUNBO L. SMOAKProgram AnalystOffice of East African AffairsBureau for Africa

In recognition of outstanding support in the Office of EastAfrica Affairs and the Missions in Rwanda, Madagascar andthe Central Africa Regional Program for the Environment,for her extra effort helping with preparations for theAdministrator and Assistant Administrator’s trip to East Africaand for serving as a member of the Bureau’s DiversityWorking Group and StructuresWorking Group.

GEORGIANA WACKSMANProgram AssistantOffice of Program, Policy and ManagementBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In recognition of exemplary efforts in the implementation ofthe Agency’s new travel management system, E2 Solutions.

ERIK WESTLANDUSAID East Asia Affairs InternOffice of East Asia AffairsBureau for Asia

For outstanding support in the accomplishment of USGdevelopment assistance objectives in East Asia.

GROUPCERTIFICATE OFAPPRECIATIONThe purpose of this award is to recognize the contri-butions of more than one employee for performing aspecial assignment in an outstanding manner. The term`group` is intended to connote a discrete work unit,task force, team,working group, or other collectiveactivity

THE TRADE AND INVESTMENTOFFICEUSAID/West Africa

For their outstanding team contribution to the planning,preparation, and implementation of the trade presentation toPresident GeorgeW. Bush, Mrs. Laura Bush, and Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice on the occasion of their visit toGhana in February 2008.

MarthaAwumeeKevin McCownPaul J. RichardsonJeremy Strauss

MOVE COMMITTEEUSAID/Mali

For your invaluable contributions in ensuring thatUSAID/Mali’s move to the New Embassy Annex was wellplanned and well implemented.

Sara B. Rasmussen-TallJonathan Richter

OFFICE OF IRAQ RECONSTRUCTIONUSAID/Iraq

In recognition of the dedication and high level of excellencedisplayed everyday by the IraqTeam.

Julie BrowningAkemiTinderMichelle CormierDavidWallMohit DayalJessica L.DevreezeJohanne DurandStefan GoldfadenTom GramagliaPavan GuptaBenny HammondJeffrey KaufmanKeri LowryJenny Lynn MarionRobert Means

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Stefan MedinaJennifer MeyerJessica MorseJoanne SwanJohn M.Tincoff, Jr.

KNOWLEDGE FOR HEALTH DESIGNTEAMBureau for Global Health

For their exemplary work in designing the Knowledge forHealth (K4H) project, an innovative new worldwide programthat will bring critical information and best practices to familyplanning service providers and others around the world,enabling them to base their work on the best evidenceavailable, even when working in the most remote parts ofthe world.

Marissa E. BohrerGloriaA.CoeSarah F.Harbison-RobinsonPatricia MacDonaldRushna RavjiStephen SettimiJames SheltonJeffrey Spieler

PROCUREMENT TEAMOffice of Acquisition and AssistanceBureau for Management

In recognition of the outstanding cooperation and tirelesswork exhibited by the M/OAA ProcurementTeam, to assistUSAID/OTI to meet rapidly shifting program requirementsand staffing needs as it works to develop programs andrapidly deploy in areas of critical concern worldwide.

Dean M.CabreraMichael A.ClarkAmanda G.DowningCarmen GrizzardMoncel E. PetittoCristina H. Sylvia

MACFADDEN RECRUITMENT TEAMBureau for Democracy, Conflict and HumanitarianAssistance

In appreciation for the exemplary cooperation and effortsdemonstrated by the members of the Macfadden staff inworking with USAID/OTI to streamline the process of solicita-tion PSC contracts to recruit staff members. The teamexemplified the OTI credo of rapid response and profession-alism and worked tirelessly to put it into practice.

Jaimee BraunMichael Jones

2008 ECONOMIC GROWTH OFFICERS’WORKSHOP KEY CONTRIBUTORSUSAID

For your outstanding contributions to the success of the2007 Economic Growth Officers Workshop.

RobertArcherRobert H.AtenRavinderAulakh

KennethW.BeasleyJuan BeltWade ChannellBruno Cornelio, Jr.Michael J. CrosswellPaul F.DavisDavid DodAllen EisendrathStephen J. HadleyRobert F. IchordAli KamelMark KarnsJeffrey R. LevineMary Frances LikarCory K.O’HaraTracy M.QuilterDonaldA. SillersJay SmithPhillip SteffenTheresa M. StollNhu-AnTranGordonW.WeynandStacyYoung

LPA WEB TEAMBureau for Legislative and Public Affairs

For continued and exceptional dedication to providingcomplete, accurate and accessible public informationavailable from USAID through the creation, technicalmanagement and day-to-day guidance of the Agency’saward-winning external websites.

Jason BeekmanBell CarlScott Gruber

E2 SUPER USER OFTHE MONTHSPECIALRECOGNITIONAWARDS

The Management Bureau’s Office ofAdministrativeServices (M/AS) has established this special recognitionprogram to acknowledge contributions of E2 SuperUsers (USAID/W and Overseas) to the success of theE2 project.

CONSTANTINA BATCHELORDCHA

TIKEYA BROWNGH

LINDA HILLEOP

CAROLE SHALEVWEST BANK &GAZA

CYNTHIA SOLANOEGAT

Photo Credit: Leslie Peterson, FFP

Photo Credit: Suzanne Ross, USAID

Anne H.AarnesJohn J.AboodBruce N.AbramsStephanie M.Acosta-MikulasekBarbaraA.AdamsGregory J.AdamsKaya D.AdamsKeith B.AdamsTiffany D.AdamsJonathan S.AddletonJacobA.AdetunjiLynn KruegerAdrianReed J.AeschlimanAldona G.AffleckRafaelA.AlequinPatriciaAlexanderTimothy G.AlexanderColleen RobersonAllenJohn B.Alumbaugh, Jr.NancyWinstonAlveySandraAminCatherineAndangGlenn E.AndersCherylA.AndersonRolf R.AndersonRose M.AndersonCynthia N.AndrewsRobertW.AppiahR.DouglassArbuckleHilda M.ArellanoPeterArgoKevin L.ArmstrongRandallY.AseMichaelAshkouriJoan S.AthertonLinda C.AtkinsonDavid C.AtteberryFelix N.AwantangDorothy M.AwosikaLilianaAyaldeElise L.AyersIleana M.BacaSusan M.BachellerAngela M. BaileyMichael L. BakRobert C. BakerWilliam G.BaldridgeDouglas BalkoMilton Bruce BaltasP.Adriana BarelChristopher J. BarltropJim N.BarnhartShawnWilliam BarrettMaria E. BarronJeannie BassettKenneth H.BaumThomas G.BayerPeter J. BedardJohnA. BeedDana E. BeegunElissa M. BeerbohmAlan BellefeuilleBarbaraA. BennettCharity Conrad-BensonLouisAlexandre Berg

Robert B. BertramLily BeshawredBradley BessireLisa M. BilderDavid E. BillingsRobert M. BirkenesDonald H. BisomJerry P. BissonGaryW.BittnerRebecca R. BlackBonita M. BlackburnTracy L. BlackburnMichael D. BlackmanSheila R. BlackmanDavid B. BlackshawKatherine M.BlakesleeChermell BlountRobynApril BlountLawrence N.BlueAna I. Bodipo-MembaKathy BodyKevin BohrerMarissa E. BohrerAlexanderV. BondAnthony F. BoniTimothyW.BornAlan H. BornbuschSara E. BorodinEbony L. BosticHarry BottenbergJohn P. BourdonAvonT. BoweSusan BradleyJohn P. BradyMartha C. BradyWilliam R. BrandsJohn L. BrannamanJon C.BrauseCaroline B. BrearleyWilliam S. BreedSusan K. BremsAlfreda BrewerKathleen C.BridgesJeanne M.BriggsElena BrinemanJudy M.BrittAmber B. BrooksChristopher N.BroughtonJames N.BrowderBruce BrownDavid G. BrownDerrick BrownEugenia L. BrownPatricia BrownKevin D. BrownawellPaulV. BruningCarolyn B. BryanJeff R. BryanAlfred BuckSarah D.BuckleyBishop Buckley, Jr.Victor H. BullenKimberly R. BurgessAngela BurkardBelinda Burroughs

BeverlyA. BusaAbbas Bobby BusariVeronica BusbyCorrie R. ButlerGhytana E. ButlerPatrick J. ButlerCandace H.BuzzardSandra M.ByrnesDean M.CabreraSharonA.CahillStanley Dean CainSean CallahanStephen CallahanAlisa M.CameronTamika O.CameronCaryle E.CammisaChristine Capacci CarnealVictoria E.CarethersJeremiahA.CarewBrian L.CarneySharonA.CarneyDelisiaA.CarpenterGloria Carrington-BraswellDennisT.CarrollDiane R.CarrollKaren I.CavanaughRoberta M.CavittElizabethA.ChambersAnthony S.ChanCarol ChanLisa M.Chandonnet-BedoyaNarendran ChanmugamChristina ChappellJonathan ChappellJames C.CharlifueValerie ChienLisa ChilesKyung ChoeBlakeA.ChrystalBettyY.ChungEunyong ChungPage Kemp ClarkRobertW.ClarkThomas L.ClarksonRobert M.ClausenRobert M.ClayLee E.ClaypoolPeter B.CloutierBarry CohenJeffery CohenRebeccaW.CohnPAndrew ColburnCarolyn I.ColemanBarry CollinsCathyA.CollinsMarilyn CollinsPatrick G.CollinsBrian S.ConklinAnne P.ConveryChristina R.CorbettLouis CoronadoRobert G.CostonTerri L.CottinghamLaura E.CoughlinAlexandra M.CourtneyScot J.CovertSusan J.CowleyCharles J.CraneCarl R.CrawfordThomas P.CrehanBradleyA.CronkJennifer L.CrowYang

Christopher D.CrowleyThomas CrubaughSheilaT.CunninghamChristopher M.CushingGwendolyn B.ColstonKaren J.D’AbovilleCarol J.DabbsTanya R.DaltonRonnie G.DanielFreeman L.DanielsAimee M.DavidCharlene D.DavisCharlotte M.DavisClaraA.DavisJanean E.DavisRegina L.DavisVickie R.DavisThomas B.Davis, Jr.James N.Davis IIOsvaldo M.De La RosaNan F.DearbornDaniel J.DeelyGeorge DeikunChristinaA.Del CastilloNatasha M.DemarckenRegina DennisAlexandre DeprezRuth M.DerrMichael J.DesistiDennis DiamondJeri Leeann DibleBarbara DickersonAlicia DinersteinWilliam Ray DingemanMarcusWinford DinkinsAnne M.DixEarnestine D.DixonAman S.DjahanbaniScott G.DobbersteinLorie B.DobbinsMichael E.DoctorWalter L.DoetschAudrey M.DomanTimothy J.DonnayCelestina Dooley JonesSukhminder DosanjhDonald DouglassAmanda G.DowningMark L.DriverW. James DuboisMary F.DudickPeter DuffyBeth P.DunfordPolly C.Dunford-ZaharJames J.DunlapGregoryA.DussaultJonathan DworkenStephen C. EasthamPaulW. EavyRaymond Lee EdlerSteven D. EdminsterChristopherW.EdwardsMarliseA. EdwardsRonald EdwardsClaire E. EhmannAzza I. El AbdMustapha El HamzaouiRamona M. El HamzaouiWilliam K. ElderbaumEduardo G. EliaBarbara Ellington-BanksJohn G. Ellis

Margot Biegelson EllisRobert C. EmreyEdward P. EncarnacionMichael J. EndersBarbara Jane EnglishClayW.EppersonNancy EslickNancy L. EstesRebekah R. EubanksMercedes EugeniaKaren Stone ExelLaurel K. FainLubov FajferKaren B. FallJoseph FarinellaMarguerite M. FarrellAmy R. FawcettSherri E. FennellDianaV. FernandezPamela FessendenFeliciaA. FewVera M. FieldsNancyA. Fisher-GormleyRandolph B. FlayJames H.H. FlemingAnne Elizabeth FleuretPatrick C. FleuretChitahka FlooreKelly Kenneth FlowersEarl FloydPatriciaA. Fn’PiereKarla FossandMary Pamela FosterMichael C. FosterElizabeth R. FoxLisa Rose FranchettKarenAnn FranchoisToraanna FrancisMaria L. FranciscoElizabeth L. FranklinBrian FrantzKathleen M. FrascellaKimberly D. FrazierCheryl D. FrederickKaren L. FreemanNatalie J. FreemanLatanya Mapp-FrettMichaelT. FritzChristopher B. FrostBrad FujimotoCarol S. FukumotoCeleste FulghamWilliam F. FullerGwenevere FunderburkStephanieA. FunkKurtA.GainerPlumie H.GaineyValrieA.GallionPeter C.GarciaCrystal C.GarrettJose M.GarzonAnne C.GavenBruce GelbandGeneV.GeorgeMeganA.GersonFarhad N.GhaussyVictoria D.GhentJoseph E.GibsonCynthia M.GillRonnieY.GilmerJasonA.GirardMicahA.Globerson

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CASH AWARDSA cash award is a contribution based on a special act or perform-ance that is beyond or outside the scope of the employee’s jobresponsibilities and performance standards.

JefferyT.GoebelRickiAnn GoldSidney GoldStephen J.GonyeaLena M.GoodmanCarey N.GordonDeanna GordonDale J.GredlerCatherine GreenPatricia G.GreenShannon N.GreenMichael J.GreeneGloria Greene-BlackwellLinda GreinerDonald GressettDeborah L.GrieserJohn GriffinDann E.GriffithsCarolA.GrigsbyLorraine M.GritzMary C.GrizzardMargaret M.GroarkeAler GrubbsCarrieA.GruenlohJoseph GueronMargarita GuerraKhem R.GurungMichael B.GushueSergio R.GuzmanJean M.HackenApril D.HahnAwnyA.HakimHarlanV.HaleConnieV.HallTamra L.Halmrast-SanchezPeter J.HalpertPamela M.HamiltonKathleen HandleyGary E.HansenChristy L.HansonSarah F.Harbison-RobinsonR.David HardenNancy C.HardyLawrence Hardy IIHarriet P.HarleyLaura Marie HarleyEllen J.HarmanGarret J.HarriesBeverly Harris-JohnsonDonnie E.HarringtonReneeYvette HowellLinda S.HoweySharon S.HsuRegina F.HugginsBarbara HughesEdith J.HumphreysKathleen HuntMargaret P.HuntKaren R.HunterSonila HysiJanet L. IceRobert F. IchordEarlW. IngallsSonya M. Irey-HellerS.Courtney IvesCarlitha S. JacksonMelissa JacksonAndrew JamesJaninaA. JaruzelskiJoyceA. JatkoCarolA. JenkinsDana L. Jenkins

RobertW. JenkinsMichelleA. JenningsElise JensenAlicia R.HarrisMichaelW.HarrisRandolph HarrisCraig K.HartYvette C.HartVeronica HartantoMichaelT.HarveyStephanie P.HarveyDavid HatchJohn D.HatchCarl E.HawkinsPaula F.HayesJanet M.HaymanKathleen HearneRoger G.HellerShirley E.HendleySteven E.HendrixPhilip M.HeneghanCarlW.HennFrederick Bounty HenningThomas M.HensonMaryT.HerbertDeniseAdele HerbolLuis J.HernandezRafaela F.HerreraJames S.HesterSharon J.HesterMartin J.HewittRoss M.HicksNicholas B.HigginsMai M.HijaziSusan C.HillKaren R.HilliardTonyaA.HimelfarbDeshanta N.HintonAnn G.HirscheyMary M.HobbsMichael F.HoebelNancy L.HoffmanAndrew HollandPaul M.HolmesMcDonald C.HomerJames M.HopeStephen P.HornemanCarol J.HorningPhilip D.HorschlerJean HortonChristian HougenRichard J.HoughChadwick F.HowardDiane M.HowardJanW.Howard-MelendezCarnittaA. JohnsonCarrie JohnsonF.Catherine JohnsonGwendolyn J. JohnsonLena R. JohnsonRyan E. JohnsonSuzanne H. JohnsonSunil R.KadamYashwant KainthMichael Joseph KaiserLily P.KakJonathanT.KaminAndrew J.KarasMihiraV.KarraKaren L.KasanBruce KayIsmail Kenessy

ThomasA.KennedyDeborah Kennedy-IrahetaMelissa KennisonErnaW.KerstKennethW.KerttulaCarol L.KetrickSepideh KeyvanshadRichard KimballCristal M.KingEarell E. KissingerMichael Eric KiteJoseph KittsMaryAlice KleinjanKaren D.KlimowskiCarol J. KlingPaul C.KneppCharles G.KnightMelissa KnightMary Hughes KnoxIrene M.KoekJulieA.Koenen GrantAlan R.KohanPatrick J. KollarsKarinAnne KolstromJeffreyA.KramerErinA.KrasikThomas J. KressPatricia L.KristobekJaroslaw J. KryschtalRebecca J. KrzywdaAkua N.Kwateng-AddoScott E. LampmanEdwardT. LandauGeorgia LandronGrace K. LangJulianArmand LanierSylvia Putman LankfordRoger Lee Lapp, Jr.Gretchen M. LarrimerEdward Gene LawrenceJoann Feldman LawrenceRichardA. LawrenceCharlotte Kirk LazellWilliam R. LeavittBrian LeeNadereh Chahmirzadi LeeSuezan C. LeeYoon Joo LeeAlyssaW. LeggoeWarren D. LeishmanMarissa G. LemargieJoseph LentiniLindaA. LeonardDonald L. LerchNeilAdlai LevineTara J. Lewing-FinemanCarol J. LewisJosephine O. LewisNora LewisRaymond L. LewmanAlanA. LewterDavidA. LiebermanJefferyA. LifurEdward J. LijewskiA.Carmencita LimThomasLi Ping LinGary B. LindenJennifer M. LinkAnn Lion ColemanGwendolyn LittleCharles E. Llewellyn IIIEric R. Loken

Nathan S. LokosGinger E. LongworthGregory P. LoosRobert LopezDavid J. LoskCatherine C. LottKimberley LucasAndrew P. LuckGeorge R. LufseyYi Chung LungDrewW.LutenSheila M. LutjensSarahAnn LynchCarl C.Mabbs-ZenoWilliam C.MaClarenIan S.MacNairnRebecca MaestriPaul J.MahannaBellaV.Maipid SmithJuli L.MajernikStephan MalinowskiCelidaA.MaloneBetty M.MangumNithya M.ManiDana R.MansuriMaria G.MariglianoRichard MarshallMichael J.MartinHattie MasonDaisyA.MatthewsAndrew MaybrookMargaret McCarthyMichael R.McCordWilliam O.McCormickBeverly J.McDonaldLinda K. Burlingame-McElroyJosephT.McGeeTeresa Lynn McGhieClaire J.McIntyreLaura McKechnieErin Elizabeth McKeeMary Lynn McKeonSarah K.McKimSusan L.McKinneyScott S.McKissockEunice S.McLeodMarie F.McLeodAngela F.McNerneyAlma L.McQueenMarkA.MeassickLorraine E.MeehanJed D.MelineMaryAnna MelnykDeborah E.MendelsonAnita L.MenghettiMikaela S.MeredithMary E.MertensMichael MetzlerAmy MeyerDaniel J.MillerLloyd Jens MillerTracy J.MillerThomas C.MilliganJeanne L.MillsSandra K.MinkelBernadette M.G.MitchellCarl Eric MitchellReginald MitchellKhadijat L.MojidiKitts Michele MoloneySusan C.MonaghanCatherine M.Moore

Daniel C.MooreLagrettaT.MooreMonica J.MooreSheron E.MooreSylvia R.MooreShirley S.Moore HallGeorgeA.MoretzAmi MorganCharles S.MorganJohn MorganKathy L.MorrisPeter F.MorrisSharon Leigh MorrisCharles E.MosbyDebra I.MoselBethanne MoskovElizabeth MousheyAngela M.MuenzerMark P.MurrayMarcia K.Musisi NkambweJohnW.MyerAlfred NakatsumaMaria F.Naldo FonteloMaria Carmen NaranjoPeter R.NatielloJohn M.NehrbassKaren R.NelsonGaryW.NewtonSharon B.NicholsJohn R.NiemeyerMatthew C.NimsJames F.NindelMary E.NorrisWalter E.NorthMaureen H.NortonBoniface C.NwachuJerry O’BrienCory K.O’HaraKarenA.O’DonnellEllynW.OgdenAlexandria E.Oleksy OjikutuDavid D.OstermeyerAlexandre B.OstroffDana OttFrances L.OutlandKofi Owusu-BoakyeCarissa L. PageKaren K. PakElizabeth E. PalmerPhillip PalmerAlexandria L. PanehalHerminia B. PanganKathryn PantherGeoffrey B. ParishEstherY. ParkMark H. ParkisonAmy ParoSusan Keller PascocelloJoanne M. PaskarHelen M. PatakiSangita PatelMelissaA. PatsalidesSharon PaulingMilan PavlovicTerry PayneJohn P. PeeveyKerryA. PelzmanMei Mei PengAnne M. PenistonLeslieA. PerryPortia R. PersleyMoncel E. Petitto

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Mark L. PhillipsEric L. PicardSteven D. PierceHarry PimpongPeter M. PirnieAndrewW.PlittRoy PlucknettTerri L. PollardCharles S. PopeBarney P. PopkinMelvin C. PorterAnn B. PosnerJohn R. PowerRobert S. PowersWilla PressmanM.Babette PrevotElenaA. PrinceRickyA. PritchettJane M. Prudoehl NandyCynthia Diane PruettJeanne Marie PryorDouglas R. PulseEstelle E.QuainTracy M.QuilterAnneTheresa QuinlanPatricia L. RaderScott R. RadloffDeanna G.RadwanJenniferA.RaglandGeeta RajElizabeth G.RamirezKim Q.RandallMatthew P.RathgeberAndrewA.ReboldLeslie K.ReedMarthaW.ReesMatthew D.ReesBassam M.RefaiSusan G.ReichleCurtisA. ReintsmaCalvin L. RevelleWilliam ReynoldsRobert RhodesThomas E. RhodesLawaune RiceJulia Becker RichardsCraig D.RieglerStephen RiggsDaniel F. RileySusan K.RileyWilliam L.RileyMarkA.RillingJuliaAnn RobertsJudith L. RobinsonPatrick L. RobinsonMario RochaEdward P. RocheMyraA.RodgersJocelynA.RodriguezKristy K.RodriguezEvelyn Rodriguez PerezElizabethT.RoenVann D.RolfsonDeniseA.RollinsJay Reed RollinsMitro Darren RomanFatmaA.RoseSuzetteA.RosierLawrence R.RoweLawrence RubeyAngela J. RuckerGwendolyn Ruffin

ChristopherT.RunyanKevinAllyn RushingDonella RussellRanta L. RussellM.Glen Rutanen-WhaleyChristopher F.D.RyderPaul SabatineMichelle B. SadlerGerald John SajewskiBethA. SalamancaDean Pietro SalpiniDaniel SanchezMargaret K. Sancho-MorrisJoel B. SandefurAlfred Munda SandyJames B. SanfordRamon E. SantosLeona SasinkovaNdeye Marietou SatinMatthew U. SattahAnne L. SattgastDesiree N. SavoyTrisa L. SavoyJames E. SchaefferDenise ScherlMichele J. SchimppRobert P. Schmidt, Jr.Robert M.H. SchneiderElizabeth K. SchoeneckerJanetA. SchulmanJudith S. SchumacherDebra M. ScottElaine M. ScottFrederic G. ScottJennifer Lee ScottJoycelyn S. ScriberTracyA. ScrivnerCarlA. SeagraveSabrina M. SegalKenA. SeifertSashi E. SelvendranZema SemunegusThedford L. ShanklinPat R. ShapiroDennis SharmaMaureenA. ShauketLorraine ShermanPadmaja ShettyRhonda ShireTimothy R. ShortleyStanley SienkiewiczCybill SiglerRosalind R. SikaStephen C. SilcoxDonaldA. SillersJason K. SingerRituW. SinghMary E. SkarieKevin D. SkoricMargott L. SkrobiszWilliam K. SlaterJaynell R. SmithKevin C. SmithPamelaA. SmithStevenA. SmithAnita Fay SnyderPatricia R. SommersVeeraya K. SomvongsiriTodd M. SorensonDonald R. SoulesChristine Kolars SowGail M. Spence

Jeffrey SpielerTeresa SpikesRonaldV. SproutThomas H. StaalJody R. StallingsDavid L. StantonMary Ellen StantonCynthia E. StaplesEllen H. StarbirdGloria D. SteelePatriciaA. StephensonKathy L. StermerKathryn D. StevensJason K.StewartMichael B. StewartAnthony StittLoren O. StoddardScottA. StofelTheresa M. StollEric Royer StonerJoseph StrassbergerKathryn D. StratosKelley D. StricklandSherylA. StumbrasKevin J. SturrHope E. Sukin-KlauberPeterW. SullivanHoward J. SumkaJoan G. SwannMatthewTalbertStevenA.TashjianLewis J.TatemJacqueline L.TaylorRichard J.TaylorScott M.TaylorLittletonTazewellRobert P.ThayerDavidThomanekJene ClarkThomasBarbaraA.ThompkinsCarrieThompsonRochelle L.ThompsonTrentThompsonAyeA.ThwinJohn M.Tincoff, Jr.Shelia JonesTolliverKaren L.TowersHueThiTranDiane L.TravisPeter C.TrenchardRichard M.TrostleCatherine M.TrujilloCynthia B.TuckerJoyce M.TurkConnieA.TurnerKarenTurnerMarella LouTurnerIke UdejioforGail D.UlrichErnesto UribeAugusto I.UrregoDoanh Q.VanChristianW.VandenassemMary F.VandenbrouckeAllen FernandoVargasCaroll L.VasquezLeslie G.VaughnBernai IvanVelardeMarian OdessaVenableJenniferAnnVernooyPaul C.VicinanzoMark R.Visocky

Nicholas J.VivioRichard D.VolkHung Q.VuVirginiaWaddellJames L.WalkerMichelle R.WalkerBobbie J.WallinDean J.WalterSara R.WalterMarkWaltherMark S.WardElizabeth B.WarfieldGordonW.WarrenRyan G.WashburnElzadiaWashingtonGloria J.WashingtonJohn E.WasielewskiRoslynWaters-JensenEric M.WatsonJames E.WatsonTorinaYvetteWaySharonWayneCrystal N.WeathersbyMarkA.WebbTara S.WebbPaul E.WeisenfeldGordonW.WeynandMarkA.WhiteGreggWiitalaMarcelle J.WijesingheFrancis O.WilcoxAnne N.WilliamsJoseph C.WilliamsLawrenceWilliamsTheresa D.WilliamsEdith M.WilsonJohn O.WilsonKaronWilsonYvonne M.WilsonAlfredaWilsonThomasSylvia DeniseWimbleyJohn M.WinfieldDeidra S.WinstonMarquitaAWise-WilliamsMargaret Kinkopf-WitherspoonLisa L.WitteJuliette DorselWoodWilliam R.Wood, Jr.James S.WrightJasonT.WrightSarah E.WrightRobert E.WuertzSunil S.XavierSusumo K.YamashitaMichael J.YatesGenet B.YohannesSusan J.YoullSheilaA.YoungVeronicaT.YoungRaouf N.YoussefJessica H.ZamanMarjanA.ZanganehMary Elizabeth ZankowskiGeorge ZaryckyGeorge ZegaracEllen Marie Zehr

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2008 USAID ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

USAID SPECIAL AWARDS COMMITTEE

TIMOTHY LAVELLE, CHAIRSHEILA BLACKMANDAVID BLACKSHAWGLORIA BLACKWELLCHRISTINE BYRNEPETER GARCIALINDA LEONARDTYLER POSEYJOHN O. WILSONKEN YAMASHITA

COMMITTEESECRETARIAT

LYNN MASONCORRIE BUTLER

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

THE ARMED FORCES COLOR GUARDDISTRICT OF WASHINGTON CEREMONIES AND EVENTSBUREAU FOR LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC AFFAIRSOFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESOFFICE OF EXECUTIVE SECRETARIAT

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