Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 10 years of experience in the social impact sector, the expert excels in project management, coordination, and in-depth research with a focus on gender and education. Skilled in participatory feminist research methods, the expert has led global initiatives, such as the coordination of a toolkit for child protection across multiple countries. Recognized for outstanding performance, leadership roles have been held in international conferences, and published works include topics on decolonialism and feminist organizing. Adaptability and strategic thinking have been pivotal in building equitable partnerships and advancing rights-based research and evaluation.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with Arigatou International as a Programme Officer. This role involved global coordination of a toolkit for child protection and holistic well-being, alongside international training on values-based education. Implemented in countries such as Brazil, India, Mexico, and Pakistan, the work focused on education and intercultural programs conducted remotely at a global level.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving community development, education, gender and human rights, and social development. Responsibilities have included project management, research, and program coordination, with key roles in global toolkit coordination for child protection and international training on values-based education. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise merges feminist research methods with education and social justice, applied in both local and global contexts, including Brazil, India, Mexico, and Pakistan. Extensive geographic experience spans the Netherlands, Portugal, the UK, and Vietnam, providing a deep understanding of regional development issues, cultural dynamics, and governance.

Languages and education

With a background in linguistic competence, the expert is a native English speaker with intermediate proficiency in Portuguese and Spanish. These language skills have been utilized in international work environments, including remote collaborations and multilingual teams, particularly in the context of global project coordination and training initiatives. The expert holds an MA in Gender Studies from Utrecht University in the Netherlands, specializing in feminist research methods, decolonialism, and transnational justice. Additionally, a BA in History was obtained from Cardiff University in the UK, focusing on gender, sexuality, race, and British colonial history.