Maldivian Red Crescent appoints Ahmed Shabin as Secretary General

With over a decade of experience in the humanitarian, climate, and disaster risk management sectors, Shabin brings a wealth of expertise to the role. His work has spanned community-based programming, disaster preparedness, and climate advocacy, contributing significantly to building community resilience across the Maldives

Shabin has been part of MRC’s journey for many years. His journey with MRC reflects a steady progression through key roles  from Programme Field Officer, Senior Project Officer to Head of Operations between 2012 - 2016, and most recently, Vice President of the Governing Board between 2021 – 2025. He has played a key part in shaping humanitarian action in the country, fostering partnerships with national and international actors, and supporting institutional governance and accountability.

With a professional background in climate science and meteorology, he most recently occupied the role of a meteorologist and senior climatologist at the Maldives Meteorological Service. He has also represented the Maldives on various global platforms including COP28, COP29, and the UN SIDS4 Conference. Furthermore, he has contributed to regional networks such as the IFRC Asia Pacific Disaster Law Network and the IFRC Climate Champion group.

Shabin’s appointment as MRC comes at a time when the intersection of climate and humanitarian crises is becoming increasingly critical. Over the next four years, his leadership will be central to MRC’s efforts in advancing people-centered humanitarian action and steering the organization into its next chapter.

MRC welcomes Ahmed Shabin into this new role and looks forward to the leadership, experience, and vision he brings to guide the National Society.