Office of the Liaison Officer to the Diaspora
The bridge between Bo and the world.
A dedicated office within the Bo City Council, connecting global talent, capital, and care with local priorities — transparently and accountably.
Executive Director
Edie Paul Joseph Vandy
Executive Director · Liaison Officer to the Diaspora
As Executive Director, the Liaison Officer serves as Chief Executive of the Office and the primary external face of Bo City Global Connect (BCGC) — leading strategy, global diaspora engagement, international partnerships, and investment promotion.
Responsibilities
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Global Diaspora Engagement
- International Relations
- Strategic Partnerships
- Investment Promotion
- Fundraising & Grant Development
- Corporate & Development Partner Relations
- Public Speaking & Media Relations
- Policy Advice to the Mayor
- International Representation
- Monitoring Strategic Performance
Global Diaspora Engagement & Strategic Partnerships
Global Diaspora Engagement and Strategic Partnerships are led directly by the Executive Director. There are no separate Director positions for these functions — the Liaison Officer is the single point of accountability to the Mayor and the diaspora.