Bishop Carla Blakley and the Officers of the Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) are pleased to announce the appointment of Saeed Ahmed as the new Manager of Operations.
Saeed is a highly accomplished senior finance and administration leader who brings extensive experience navigating mission-driven and not-for-profit environments. Notably, his professional background includes impactful leadership roles within United Nations organizations. His diverse areas of expertise span finance, administration, compliance, operational support, governance, and organizational improvement. Saeed has a proven track record of driving operational excellence within complex, multicultural settings.
Beyond his technical capabilities, Saeed is deeply motivated by a desire to strengthen systems and support people. He is well known for fostering communities that are respectful, inclusive, and service-focused.
“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Saeed to our leadership team,” said Bishop Carla Blakley. “Saeed’s wealth of experience in complex, mission-oriented environments paired with his dedication to building inclusive, respectful communities makes him an exceptional fit for our Synod. His leadership will be a tremendous asset as we continue to steward our resources faithfully and support our ministries across the region. We look forward to the collaborative spirit and expertise he will bring to our office and our congregations.”
Saeed expressed great enthusiasm about stepping into this critical role for the Synod.
“I look forward to serving the Eastern Synod with collaboration and a spirit of service, helping build strong and supportive communities grounded in compassion, inclusion, and faithful stewardship,” said Ahmed.
Please join Bishop Carla Blakley, the Synod Officers, and the Synod staff in extending a warm welcome to Saeed Ahmed as he begins this new chapter of ministry with the Eastern Synod on July 2.
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