Maryann Horne

Maryann has worked as a front-line practitioner in crisis response, civil-military affairs, protracted conflict and complex disasters over two decades.

As Director of Partnerships and Preparedness at the Australian Civil-Military Centre (ACMC), she builds and fosters relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, delivers specialist events and training, contributes to improving policy and reinforcing civil-military cooperation and impact.

Prior to joining ACMC, Maryann worked for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC), the United Nations and for Government in a range of positions, including as a Senior Advisor for crises and emergencies, policy advisor and crisis response delegate. Her field experience spans the Asia-Pacific region, Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria, Sudan, Lebanon, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Kosovo and the former Yugoslavia.

Maryann has specialised in improving civil-military coordination in complex emergencies, the Protection of Civilians and negotiations with warring parties. At the Director level, she has supported humanitarian policy and the design and delivery of specialist initiatives and training for military units, the United Nations, diplomats and academia.

She holds an MPhil in International Relations and professional qualifications in International Humanitarian Law, crisis response and disaster management.