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Kandeh Yumkella was born at 1959-07-05

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Kandeh Yumkella was born in Sierra Leone

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Kandeh Yumkella's nationalities is Sierra Leonean

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Kandeh Yumkella studied at University Of Illinois, University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign

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Kandeh Yumkella's notable alumnis is University Of Illinois

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Kandeh Yumkella is famouse as UN Executive, Economist, Politician

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Birthday	July 5, 1959
Nationality	Sierra Leonean
Famous	University Of Illinois, Economists, Miscellaneous, Politician, Un Executive
Universities	University Of Illinois University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Notable Alumnis	University Of Illinois
Birth Place	Sierra Leone
Gender	Male
Sun Sign	Cancer
Born in	Sierra Leone
Famous as	UN Executive, Economist, Politician

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Who is Kandeh Yumkella?

Dr. Kandeh K. Yumkella is best-known for his post as Under-Secretary-General and as Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All. He is also CEO of the Sustainable Energy for All Initiative. Yumkella has worked in the field of international development for over 20 years. After studying agriculture in Sierra Leone and agricultural economics in the United States, Yumkella took various posts related to agriculture and economy, in both the private and public sector. In addition to serving as the Minister of Trade, Industry and State Enterprises in Sierra Leone, he has held academic positions at American universities and various key policy positions within UNIDO. Yumkella is regularly called upon by experts for his opinions on foreign and domestic policy as well as themes of international cooperation, in light of current economic conditions. Yumkella has served as the Special Representative for the Sustainable Energy for All Initiative since September 2012, when he was appointed to the post by Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon. Yumkella is known for his passionate commitment to issues of sustainability and global energy use. His projects regularly focus on ensuring universal access to energy as well as more efficient, sustainable and responsible methods of energy production. Yumkella’s work involves international coordination and collaboration, as well as giving support to developing countries within the UN system.

Childhood & Early Life

Kandeh Yumkella was born on July 5, 1959, in the town of Kychom, in the Kambia District of Sierra Leone’s Northern Province.

In 1982, Yumkella received his bachelor’s degree in General Agriculture from the Njala University College of Sierra Leone.

In 1986, Yumkella completed a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics at Cornell University, United States.

Career

In 1991, Yumkella received his doctorate in Agricultural Economics at the University of Illinois, where he would later hold academic positions.

From 1987 through 1996, Yumkella held various academic posts at the University of Illinois and at Michigan State University.

In 1994, just three years after receiving his doctorate from the University of Illinois, Yumkella was named the Minister for Trade, Industry and State Enterprises in Sierra Leone. He held the post until 1995.

In 1996, Yumkella was named the Special Advisor to the UNIDO Director-General, then Mauricio de Maria y Campos, and began his work for the United Nations International Development Organization.

Between 1996 and 2000, he served within UNIDO as the Director of the Africa and Least Developed Countries Regional Bureau.

Between 2000 and 2003, Yumkella became the UNIDO Representative and Director of the Regional Industrial Development Centre, in Nigeria.

Between 2003 and 2005, Yumkella served as Senior Advisor to the then UNIDO Director-General, Carlos Alfredo Magariños.

In 2005, Yumkella was named the Director General of UNIDO, a post which he held until 2013, largely focusing on issues of climate change, poverty, job and wealth creation.

In 2008, Yumkella was appointed the Chair of UN-Energy by the present UN Secretary-General, making him responsible for the oversight of all UN organizations involved with energy issues.

In 2008, Yumkella also became an active member of the UN Development Group, a group devoted to determining and coordinating the United Nations’ top global development priorities.

In September 2011, Yumkella was appointed by the UN Secretary-General to co-chair the High-level Group on Sustainable Energy for All.

In 2012, Yumkella continued to lead the High-level Group on Sustainable Energy for All during what the UN General Assembly established as the International Year for Sustainable Energy.

In September of 2012, Yumkella was appointed by Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon as the Special Representative for the Sustainable Energy for All Initiative.

Awards & Achievements

In June of 2006, Yumkella was awarded the ‘Prix De la Fondation’ for his work in global leadership and development. He was presented with the prize by Prince Albert of Monaco.

In 2008, Yumkella was awarded the Champion of Youth Award at the 4th World Youth Congress in Quebec City, Canada.

In 2008, the University of Madras awarded Dr. Kandeh K. Yumkella with an honorary degree in recognition of his public services.

The Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade has named Yumkella as an Honorary Distinguished Visiting Professor.

In March 2011, Yumkella was awarded a Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) from Njala University in Njala, Sierra Leone.

In 2012, Yumkella was awarded the United Nations Association Global Leadership Award as well as the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Visionary Award.

In April 2012, Yumkella was awarded an honorary professorship at the Mongolian University of Science and Technology in Ulan Bator, Mongolia.

In 2013, Yumkella received the Energy Efficiency Visionary award for his commitment to finding sustainable energy sources through investment, education and modernization.

On April 17, 2013, the Green, White and Blue Commission announced Yumkella as the recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award, to mark the 52nd anniversary of Sierra Leone’s independence.

Personal Life & Legacy

Dr. Kandeh K. Yumkella is married to Philomena Yumkella and has two daughters. The family lives in Vienna, Austria, where Yumkella works for the UNIDO at the Vienna International Centre.

Trivia

Yumkella has referenced the innovation and determination of Steve Jobs and Nelson Mandela as examples that “one man can indeed change the world”.

Yumkella has described himself as “a child of globalization”, as evidenced by his access to education in foreign countries.

Opinion pieces by Dr. Kandeh K. Yumkella have appeared in various major international media outlets, including The New York Times, the International Herald Tribune and The Guardian.

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Kandeh Yumkella biography timelines

// 5th Jul 1959
Kandeh Yumkella was born on July 5, 1959, in the town of Kychom, in the Kambia District of Sierra Leone’s Northern Province.
// 1982
In 1982, Yumkella received his bachelor’s degree in General Agriculture from the Njala University College of Sierra Leone.
// 1986
In 1986, Yumkella completed a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics at Cornell University, United States.
// 1987 To 1996
From 1987 through 1996, Yumkella held various academic posts at the University of Illinois and at Michigan State University.
// 1991
In 1991, Yumkella received his doctorate in Agricultural Economics at the University of Illinois, where he would later hold academic positions.
// 1994 To 1995
In 1994, just three years after receiving his doctorate from the University of Illinois, Yumkella was named the Minister for Trade, Industry and State Enterprises in Sierra Leone. He held the post until 1995.
// 1996
In 1996, Yumkella was named the Special Advisor to the UNIDO Director-General, then Mauricio de Maria y Campos, and began his work for the United Nations International Development Organization.
// 1996 To 2000
Between 1996 and 2000, he served within UNIDO as the Director of the Africa and Least Developed Countries Regional Bureau.
// 2000 To 2003
Between 2000 and 2003, Yumkella became the UNIDO Representative and Director of the Regional Industrial Development Centre, in Nigeria.
// 2003 To 2005
Between 2003 and 2005, Yumkella served as Senior Advisor to the then UNIDO Director-General, Carlos Alfredo Magariños.
// 2005 To 2013
In 2005, Yumkella was named the Director General of UNIDO, a post which he held until 2013, largely focusing on issues of climate change, poverty, job and wealth creation.
// 2006
In June of 2006, Yumkella was awarded the ‘Prix De la Fondation’ for his work in global leadership and development. He was presented with the prize by Prince Albert of Monaco.
// 2008
In 2008, Yumkella was appointed the Chair of UN-Energy by the present UN Secretary-General, making him responsible for the oversight of all UN organizations involved with energy issues.
// 2008
In 2008, Yumkella also became an active member of the UN Development Group, a group devoted to determining and coordinating the United Nations’ top global development priorities.
// 2008
In 2008, Yumkella was awarded the Champion of Youth Award at the 4th World Youth Congress in Quebec City, Canada.
// 2008
In 2008, the University of Madras awarded Dr. Kandeh K. Yumkella with an honorary degree in recognition of his public services.
// Mar 2011
In March 2011, Yumkella was awarded a Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) from Njala University in Njala, Sierra Leone.
// Sep 2011
In September 2011, Yumkella was appointed by the UN Secretary-General to co-chair the High-level Group on Sustainable Energy for All.
// 2012
In 2012, Yumkella continued to lead the High-level Group on Sustainable Energy for All during what the UN General Assembly established as the International Year for Sustainable Energy.
// 2012
In September of 2012, Yumkella was appointed by Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon as the Special Representative for the Sustainable Energy for All Initiative.
// 2012
In 2012, Yumkella was awarded the United Nations Association Global Leadership Award as well as the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Visionary Award.
// Apr 2012
In April 2012, Yumkella was awarded an honorary professorship at the Mongolian University of Science and Technology in Ulan Bator, Mongolia.
// 2013
In 2013, Yumkella received the Energy Efficiency Visionary award for his commitment to finding sustainable energy sources through investment, education and modernization.
// 17th Apr 2013
On April 17, 2013, the Green, White and Blue Commission announced Yumkella as the recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award, to mark the 52nd anniversary of Sierra Leone’s independence.

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Kandeh Yumkella's FAQ

What is Kandeh Yumkella birthday?
Kandeh Yumkella was born at 1959-07-05
Where is Kandeh Yumkella's birth place?
Kandeh Yumkella was born in Sierra Leone
What is Kandeh Yumkella nationalities?
Kandeh Yumkella's nationalities is Sierra Leonean
What was Kandeh Yumkella universities?
Kandeh Yumkella studied at University Of Illinois, University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
What was Kandeh Yumkella notable alumnis?
Kandeh Yumkella's notable alumnis is University Of Illinois
What is Kandeh Yumkella's sun sign?
Kandeh Yumkella is Cancer
How famous is Kandeh Yumkella?
Kandeh Yumkella is famouse as UN Executive, Economist, Politician

Kandeh Yumkella - Un Executive, Birthday and Life