Tishka Francis is Head of the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Sub-Programme in the United Nations Office of the High Representative for Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS), where she spearheads the work in support of the sustainable development of SIDS. 

Previously, Ms Francis served in the Permanent Mission of The Bahamas to the United Nations in New York, as Deputy Permanent Representative, covering a range of issues related to SIDS, from climate change to international tax cooperation, in many different fora. She has held a number of high profile positions, playing a leading role in advancing the cause of SIDS at the United Nations and beyond. 

Ms Francis holds degrees in Economics and Economic Policy Management, and is also trained in Global Diplomacy.