Bishow Parajuli: Knowledge Retention Interviews

Rome: World Food Programme (WFP), April 2024.

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In this knowledge retention interview, Bishow Parajuli reflects on his four decades long career with WFP. He has served in several countries, including Yemen, Egypt, and India, and held significant positions in Myanmar and Zimbabwe under challenging conditions. Bishow emphasizes his positive approach and dedication to each role, which provided deep insights into global hunger issues and beneficiary expectations. He highlights key roles that shaped his career, such as pioneering innovative programs in Egypt, and advancing food fortification and production initiatives in India. In Yemen, he successfully transitioned from emergency responses to resilience building and launched a large-scale school feeding program. Bishow credits his successes to learning from esteemed colleagues and leaders, persistence, and willingness to push boundaries. Bishow advises new and transitioning employees to remain humble, adaptable, and persistent, while recognizing the importance of political sensitivity and inclusive engagement with governments and development partners. He stresses the need for WFP to continue evolving, embracing technology and strategic thinking, and preparing for future challenges, particularly related to conflict and climate change. Looking forward, Bishow sees WFP's future deeply intertwined with addressing conflict and climate change, pushing governments to fulfil their responsibilities, and preparing the organization for funding and structural adjustments. His vision for WFP emphasizes sustained responsiveness, innovation, and strategic positioning to meet global food security challenges effectively.

Knowledge Retention Interviews

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