DIPL. ENG. Festus Imarhiagbe: Visionary president with four decades of expertise leads HIFA into a new era
A Lifework for Sustainable Development and Christian Values
The Humanitarian Community Austria (HIFA) is opening a new chapter under the presidency of Dipl. Ing. Festus Imarhiagbe. The experienced agricultural economist and Christian values educator brings over 40 years of professional experience in adult education and international cooperation.
From the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences to Development Cooperation
Academic Excellence Meets Practical Project Experience
Dipl. Ing. Festus Imarhiagbe completed his studies in Agricultural Economics with a focus on agricultural production and management at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences in Vienna. This solid education laid the foundation for his successful career in sustainable agriculture and humanitarian development work.

21 Years at Agrarmarkt Austria
Expertise for Environmentally Sound Production
From 1996 to 2017, Imarhiagbe managed projects in the Program for Environmentally Sound Production at Agrarmarkt Austria. His longstanding experience in sustainable agriculture makes him an ideal leader for HIFA’s development projects today.
“My previous appreciative and understanding cooperation with HIFA was the basis for me to collaborate in the presidency,” emphasizes Imarhiagbe. “The Christian economic ethic as the basis of HIFA’s project policy completely aligns with my personal conviction.”
Comprehensive Commitment to Social Projects and Humanitarian Aid
International Development Aid with Measurable Impact
Dipl. Ing. Imarhiagbe gained concrete project experience in various countries, including:
- Agribusiness training for rural development in Nigeria (HIFA)
- Vocational training for migrants in Palermo (CISS Italy)
- Lecturer for Agricultural Economics at Cuttington University in Liberia
- Pro bono consulting for MeCAHT in the fight against human trafficking in Nigeria

Qualifications for Value-Oriented Project Work
Certified Training in Christian Life Counseling and Adult Education
- Life Counseling and Pastoral Care (Christliche Lebensberatung St. Marien)
- Trainer for German as a Foreign Language with Integration Module
- Further training in Team Leadership and Project Management
Why HIFA under Imarhiagbe’s Leadership is the Right Choice for Your Donation
Transparency and Professional Competence for Sustainable Impact
Under his presidency, HIFA guarantees:
- Professional project management with agricultural economic expertise
- Christian-ethical foundation for all aid measures
- Transparent use of funds
- Sustainable development cooperation in agriculture and education
- Experience from over 40 years in consulting and development aid
Specialization in Agricultural Development
Agricultural Projects with Long-Term Perspective
Thanks to Imarhiagbe’s experience in agribusiness, HIFA focuses on projects that provide help for self-help and ensure long-term food security.

Together for a Better Future
Your Contribution for Appreciative Project Work
Those who wish to support social projects based on Christian economic ethics and led by experienced professionals will find in HIFA, under the leadership of Dipl. Ing. Festus Imarhiagbe, the ideal partner:
- Proven concepts for sustainable development
- Christian values as a foundation
- Years of experience and expertise
- Transparent and traceable use of donation funds
Together for Appreciative and Ethical Project Work
Support HIFA under the experienced leadership of Dipl. Ing. Festus Imarhiagbe!
