Sokhna Sall Seck is a Senior Communications Specialist in the within the Development Strategies and Governance Unit, based in the IFPRI Dakar office. She plays a leading role in supporting communications for the office, contributing to the design and implementation of strategic communication and outreach initiatives to enhance the visibility and impact of IFPRI’s research across Africa. Her work spans multi-platform communications, including digital engagement, media relations, high-level events, and the production of institutional content for diverse audiences.
Sokhna has extensive experience translating complex research into accessible and impactful messages, supporting policy dialogue and stakeholder engagement across sectors including agriculture, climate change, nutrition, and food systems. She collaborates closely with regional and international partners, governments, and development organizations. She is also a member of IFPRI’s Sustainability Task Force, contributing to institutional efforts on environmental sustainability.
Prior to joining IFPRI, Sokhna served as a Communication Officer at the West and Central African Council for Agricultural Research and Development (CORAF/WECARD), where she worked on climate change initiatives and supported the African Group of Negotiators Experts during major international climate conferences.
Sokhna holds a master’s degree in Project Management from the International School of Management (ISM) in Dakar, a master’s degree in British Literature from Cheikh Anta Diop University, a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communication, and a Certificate in Digital Marketing from Cornell University.
