Van Nguyen performs the duties of the Inspector General. Previously, Ms. Nguyen served as the Assistant Inspector General (AIG) for the Asia Region, based in Bangkok, Thailand. In this role, she oversaw audits, evaluations, and inspections of U.S. foreign assistance programs across the region to promote accountability and effectiveness.
During her 20-year career at USAID OIG, Ms. Nguyen has held several senior leadership positions, including AIG for Management and Principal Deputy AIG for Audit, both headquartered in Washington, D.C. Her extensive experience also includes service as Director of the Global Strategic Audits Division, Audit Director in Pakistan, and Regional Inspector General in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Her overseas assignments span several countries, including El Salvador, Senegal, Pakistan, and Thailand, reflecting a distinguished career dedicated to public service and international oversight.
Prior to her Federal service, Ms. Nguyen worked in the private sector as an audit manager at Arthur Andersen LLP. She holds a bachelor of science degree in accounting from George Mason University and is a certified public accountant licensed in the state of Virginia.