Profile

Commissioner Barsee Leo Kpangbai is a highly experienced election administrator who has served with the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NECㅡLiberia) since 2004.

With decades of hands-on involvement in electoral processes, he has built a reputation for professionalism, institutional loyalty, and commitment to democratic governance.

A native of Bong County, Liberia, Commissioner Kpangbai previously served as Senior Election Magistrate for Lower Bong County for ten (10) years prior to his appointment as Commissioner.

He is widely respected for his deep institutional knowledge and dedication to upholding the independence and integrity of the Commission.

Education

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Economics, University of Liberia — 2003
• Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), Liberia Institute of Public Administration
• Extensive local and international trainings in election administration, including programs in India and South Africa

Professional Experience

• Senior Election Magistrate, Lower Bong Countyㅡserved for 10 years prior to becoming Commissioner
• Educator (Mathematics Teacher)

Taught at several high schools in Monrovia (1995–2002)

Oversight Responsibility

Political Parties

• All Liberian Party (ALP)
• Grassroots Democratic Party of Liberia (GDPL)
• True Whig Party (TWP)
• Movement for Economic Change Empowerment (MOVEE)
• Movement for Democracy and Restoration (MDR)

Counties

• Maryland County
• Grand Kru County
• River Gee County

Program Area

Civic and Voter Education (CVE)