Andrea Vásquez R. (She/Her) Email & Phone Number

Panama

Americas Division

• Lead the execution of the Global DEI Strategy by establishing DEI infrastructure at the division level and in field offices in the Americas Field Division. • Lead the DEI Lab initiative, testing DEI interventions using behavioral sciences, in partnership with The Behavioural Insights Team.•Facilitate capacity building of CI staff and DEI Committee members to strengthen knowledge, skills, and abilities to bolster the implementation of DEI efforts across the organization.•Track and… Show more • Lead the execution of the Global DEI Strategy by establishing DEI infrastructure at the division level and in field offices in the Americas Field Division. • Lead the DEI Lab initiative, testing DEI interventions using behavioral sciences, in partnership with The Behavioural Insights Team.•Facilitate capacity building of CI staff and DEI Committee members to strengthen knowledge, skills, and abilities to bolster the implementation of DEI efforts across the organization.•Track and manage the implementation of the DEI strategy and ensure all applicable targets/outputs/impacts are communicated appropriately across the organization.•Communicate the DEI strategy within CI (locally and globally) and externally with stakeholders. Show less

San Jose, Costa Rica

• Design and coordinate the implementation of DEI evidence-based strategy in LATAM. • Engage with senior leaders (Co-CEO, Regional Directors, Country Directors) to gain buy-in on new approaches and initiatives.• Speak in events showcasing best practices and lessons learned.• Add value to projects through the incorporation of an inclusive design approach. • Advice to regional senior leadership on ESG, DEI, social impact, and inclusive design. • Establish and nurture key… Show more • Design and coordinate the implementation of DEI evidence-based strategy in LATAM. • Engage with senior leaders (Co-CEO, Regional Directors, Country Directors) to gain buy-in on new approaches and initiatives.• Speak in events showcasing best practices and lessons learned.• Add value to projects through the incorporation of an inclusive design approach. • Advice to regional senior leadership on ESG, DEI, social impact, and inclusive design. • Establish and nurture key relations with like-minded organizations, companies, and local NGOs. Show less

Panamá, Panama

- Oversee the DEI initiatives in seven countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, México, Panamá, Perú), guaranteeing alignment with global guidance and proper relevance at the local level. - Lead the implementation of an evidence-based program to cultivate inclusive behaviours. - Execution of meaningful regional events showcasing best practices and lessons learned.- Engage with senior leaders (MD, GMs, VPs, and senior directors) to gain buy-in on new approaches and specific… Show more - Oversee the DEI initiatives in seven countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, México, Panamá, Perú), guaranteeing alignment with global guidance and proper relevance at the local level. - Lead the implementation of an evidence-based program to cultivate inclusive behaviours. - Execution of meaningful regional events showcasing best practices and lessons learned.- Engage with senior leaders (MD, GMs, VPs, and senior directors) to gain buy-in on new approaches and specific initiatives.-Support the Global Data Collection Project to ensure local market needs meet. -Give technical advice to relevant functions like Talent Acquisition, Rewards, and Talent Management on evidence-based initiatives. -Advocate for the change in processes to guarantee true inclusion in the company. Show less

Costa Rica / Panamá

UN Women, Panama's Regional Office for the Americas (8 months).-Design and execution of the communication strategy of Spotlight's Regional Programme for Latin America. -Planning and execution of regional communication campaigns, using behavioral sciences insights.FAO (4 months). -Development of a communication strategy based on behavioral sciences for the dissemination of the Costa Rican Food Guides.UNDP (3 months).Development of a strategic communication plan… Show more UN Women, Panama's Regional Office for the Americas (8 months).-Design and execution of the communication strategy of Spotlight's Regional Programme for Latin America. -Planning and execution of regional communication campaigns, using behavioral sciences insights.FAO (4 months). -Development of a communication strategy based on behavioral sciences for the dissemination of the Costa Rican Food Guides.UNDP (3 months).Development of a strategic communication plan for the sustainability project. Show less

Inclusiva

We transform companies advancing gender equality and inclusion, using behavioural sciences insights with a design mindset. Clients: P&G, Prodigious, SYKES, United Way, UN Women, and others.

Embassy Of Canada To Costa Rica, Honduras And Nicaragua

-Planned, executed and reported advocacy activities to advance gender equality and human rights-Supported the selection of cooperation projects in the three countries-Executed the communication strategy in the three countries, including managing media relations-Advised the Political Counsellor in Communication, Public Relations, and local politics.-Wrote speeches and talking points, contribute to political-economic reports on the region

Montes De Oca

•Courses: Management and Funding of Strategic Communication Initiatives and Project Evaluation.

•Project results systematization and elaboration of materials, addressed to donors.

• Elaborated and executed Costa Rica’s office communication strategy• Wrote briefing notes and talking points for high level meetings and visits• Liaised with media (spokesperson) and local organizations to promote understanding of refugee issues• Coordinated public opinion surveys, research and advocacy activities

Posgrado En Comunicación

Course: Communication Strategies

San José

• Designed and executed of communication strategy, established strategic alliances with key stakeholders, executed fundraising initiatives, created materials addressed to different audiences.

Master, Management, Innovation And Entrepreneurship

Activities and Societies: -Social Impact Certification

Advanced Professional Certificate In Behavioural Insights, Business

Capstone Project: Intervention to interrupt unconscious biases.

Master Of Science, Social Communications

Activities and Societies: -Compton Foundation Fellow -Latin America Macro-universities Network Research Fellow at National Autonomous.

Bachelor, Communication, Specialization In Journalism And Advertising