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Home Board of Commissioners Commissioner Josephine Kou Gaye

Commissioner Josephine Kou Gaye

Home County
Nimba County
Appointed
2020
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Cuttington University School of Graduate and Professional Studies — Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), African Methodist Episcopal Zion University
Counties Oversight
Grand Bassa & River Cess Counties

Commissioner Josephine Kou Gaye

Personal Profile

Born in Sanniquellie, Nimba County, Liberia, Madam Josephine Kou Gaye is a seasoned professional with a strong background in business management and a deep commitment to human rights, particularly gender equity.

In her role at the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NEC-Liberia), she combines administrative oversight with strategic advocacy, with a focus on advancing gender-related initiatives and strengthening stakeholder engagement.

Commissioner Gaye brings a blend of private sector experience and public service leadership to the NEC.

Her work reflects a strong commitment to inclusive governance, particularly in promoting gender-responsive electoral processes in Liberia.

Education

  • Completed primary and secondary education at St. Mary’s Catholic High School (1996).
  • Earned Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management from the African Methodist Episcopal Zion University (AMEZU), Monrovia.
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Management, Cuttington University School of Graduate and Professional Studies.

Professional Experience

  • Former Business Management Consultant.
  • Entrepreneur prior to entering public service.

Core Focus Areas

  • Gender Equity and Inclusion
  • Human Rights Advocacy
  • Electoral Governance and Oversight
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Other Commissioners

Hon. Jonathan K. Weedor
Chairperson
Cllr. P. Teplah Reeves
Co-Chairperson
Commissioner Boakai A. Dukuly
Commissioner Ernestine Morgan-Awar (ESQ.)
Commissioner Barsee Leo Kpangbai
Commissioner Floyd Oxley Sayor