Biography

Ousmane Ba, currently a Project Coordinator at CorpsAfrica/Senegal, is a versatile Senegalese professional specializing in intercultural training, translation, and community development. Holding a master’s degree in American literature and translation from Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, he has gained solid experience as a trainer in professional English (business, logistics, HR) at several higher education institutions (ISEG, EIA, 2IM). His expertise also extends to technical translation (health, agroforestry, development) for organizations such as Peace Corps Senegal and The Hunger Project. Engaged since 2018 with Peace Corps Senegal as a language/culture facilitator (Wolof), Ousmane has trained volunteers in Senegalese values, security, and community integration. Certified in participatory analysis (PACA) and project management (YALI Network), he excels in intercultural coaching and mediation. Passionate about sustainable development, his advanced computer skills and interpersonal abilities make him a key asset for assignments requiring both technical rigor and cultural sensitivity.

Ousmane BA is also an In-Country Consultant at IREX as part of the Fulbright Program experience in Senegal, a program of the U.S. Embassy in 2023, 2025, and 2026. In this capacity, his role is to:

– Coordinate and book transportation, accommodation, meeting rooms, and meals for the entire duration of the program in Senegal.
– Present and update a briefing on Senegalese culture.
– Plan and facilitate at least one cultural meal.
– Contribute to the organization or coordination of meetings or roundtables with local education sector leaders and stakeholders, as well as debriefing and reflection sessions for program participants.
– Provide remote follow-up and support to American teachers and their host families during their visits to local communities from April 16 to 23, 2026.