Key skills and expertise

Bringing nearly 10 years of experience with NGOs, the expert has developed substantial expertise in youth, gender, sustainable development, human rights, migration, security, and defense. Skilled in policy development, advocacy, fundraising, project management, and vocational training, they have led international projects and secured over 200,000 euros in grants. Career highlights include developing strategies for organizations like UNECE and YSAFE. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Program Officer at the Atlantic Treaty Association and Chair at YSAFE, demonstrating proficiency in strategic planning and partnership development across Europe and Eurasia.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including the European Commission, NATO, UNFPA, IPPF, and UNESCO. Their involvement has encompassed securing and managing grants, strategic planning, project management, and toolkit development. The thematic areas of their work cover governance, health, education, and youth engagement. Projects have been both regional and sector-specific, with geographic work spanning Europe, including Belgium and the UK, as well as Eurasia. They have successfully secured over 200,000 euros in funding through these collaborations.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors such as health, humanitarian aid, youth engagement, migration, and grants management. Previously held roles include International Program Specialist, Development Associate, and Project Manager, focusing on policy advocacy, fundraising, and strategic planning. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses security, defense, and sustainable development. The geographic scope of their work includes Europe and Latin America, with specific projects in Belgium, the UK, the Netherlands, and Ecuador, addressing regional and sector-specific development challenges. Extensive experience in the BeNeLux region, France, and the Netherlands has enhanced their understanding of regional development issues like decarbonization and homelessness.

Languages and education

The expert is multilingual, with native proficiency in Dutch, English, and Spanish, and working knowledge of French. These language skills have been utilized in professional contexts such as in-country work in Ecuador and Belgium, and in multilingual teams. Their language competencies have supported roles in international development, policy advocacy, and project management, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across diverse cultural and linguistic environments. The expert holds a Master of Science in Public Health from Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium, and an LLM in International & European Law (Cum Laude) from Université Libre de Bruxelles, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, and Universidad Bernardo O’Higgins, Chile. Additionally, they earned a Master of Arts in International Relations from the University of Antwerp, Belgium, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium. They also hold an International Baccalaureate Diploma from Colegio Alberto Einstein in Quito, Ecuador.