Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 25 years of experience, this professional excels in conflict resolution, project management, and strategic planning. They have led international initiatives with the United Nations, focusing on political affairs, reintegration, and social cohesion. Responsibilities have included managing UN missions in Colombia and Côte d'Ivoire, supervising teams, and implementing Quick Impact Projects. Their mediation skills have enhanced electoral processes and security by effectively engaging with both governmental and non-governmental entities. Their analytical skills have contributed to significant reports and publications, demonstrating an ability to deliver impactful results in complex environments. Proficient in multiple languages, they effectively communicate across diverse cultural contexts.

Project experience and donor exposure

Background includes collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Global Environment Facility, focusing on international development cooperation projects. In Costa Rica, they analyzed the impacts of the UNDP Small Grants Program across sustainable development areas, such as biological corridors and indigenous reserves. Their role involved technical assistance and evaluation, contributing to the publication of five books. Additionally, they participated in fundraising and project implementation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, enhancing governance and social cohesion through early recovery strategies.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including gender and human rights, social development, monitoring and evaluation, security and peacebuilding, and ICT and telecommunications. Previously held roles such as Head of Office, Political Affairs Officer, and Project Manager, overseeing UN missions and international projects. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating digital solutions in project management and conflict resolution. With a geographic scope spanning Europe, Africa, and Latin America, they have contributed to initiatives in countries like Colombia, Côte d'Ivoire, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, addressing complex socio-political challenges. Extensive geographic experience across Europe, Africa, and Latin America includes significant long-term assignments in Colombia, Côte d'Ivoire, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They have worked in diverse cultural and political environments, addressing local governance and regional development issues. Roles have involved collaboration with local authorities and international organizations in countries such as Belgium, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Costa Rica, Guinea, Haiti, Nicaragua, Palestine, Spain, and Switzerland, demonstrating deep familiarity with regional dynamics and development challenges.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, this expert is fluent in Spanish, Catalan, French, and English, with proficiency in Portuguese. These language skills have been utilized extensively in international settings, including UN missions in multilingual environments across Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Their language competencies have facilitated effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders, enhancing their ability to mediate and resolve conflicts in complex international contexts. Their educational background includes a Master's Degree in Conflictology and a Postgraduate Degree in Armed Conflicts and Crisis Management from the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) and UNITAR, Spain. They also earned a Master's Degree in Development from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland, and a Postgraduate Degree in International Cooperation from Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, Spain. Additionally, they possess a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from Universidad de Barcelona, Spain, and an Engineering degree in Information Technologies from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain, with Erasmus studies in Belgium and Switzerland.