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Federal District, Brazil

Brasília, Federal District, Brazil

- Collaborated closely with senior leadership to design, organize, and facilitate high-impact meetings with key donors in the law and technology sectors, leveraging strategic insights and relationship-building skills to drive engagement and cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships in Latin America.- Employed adept communication and negotiation skills to ensure the alignment of organizational goals and donor priorities, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to innovative solutions and sustainable impact.

- Analyzed and synthesized qualitative and quantitative information to produce a grant report and a bilingual strategic document to be presented at an international event, addressing the organization's work and empowering stakeholders with valuable insights and recommendations.- Maintained regular contact with the client, leveraging project management software to facilitate weekly communication and collaboration on planning and developing the project, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.

- Analyzed and synthesized qualitative and quantitative information to produce a report and an external presentation addressing critical issues in the funding environment in Brazil, empowering stakeholders with valuable insights and recommendations.- Maintained regular contact with the client, leveraging project management software to facilitate weekly communication and collaboration on planning and developing the project, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

- Analyzed and synthesized qualitative and quantitative information to produce a research report and a paper addressing critical issues on technology, empowering stakeholders with valuable insights and recommendations.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil

- Played a pivotal role as the "Business and Human Rights in the Technology Sector" Project Officer, for which we developed an international coalition of organizations based in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia.- Analyzed and synthesized qualitative and quantitative information to produce seven reports, policy briefs, guides, and other documents addressing critical issues on technology, empowering stakeholders with valuable insights and recommendations.- Maintained regular contact with partners and colleagues, leveraging project management software to facilitate weekly communication and collaboration on planning and developing five projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.- Cultivated and nurtured relationships with dozens of national, regional, and international stakeholders, informing them of project progress and milestones and fostering a collaborative ecosystem committed to advancing shared goals.🏅 Honored with the prestigious Cláudio Weber Abramo Award for Data Journalism and shortlisted for the esteemed Sigma Awards.

Salvador, Bahia, Brasil

- Orchestrated the development and execution of strategic action plans, serving as a focal point for policy implementation, campaign mobilization, and critical case management.- Monitored and supported 15 groups, guiding their annual planning processes and ensuring the successful completion of projects through adept utilization of project management software.- Fostered collaboration and commitment across teams through the facilitation of monitoring and evaluation meetings, engaging with up to 70 individuals to inspire motivation and reinforce collective goals.- Played a pivotal role in driving organizational growth by spearheading the creation of two new groups, strategically aligning with the organization's expansion objectives and broader mission.- Implemented an internal training channel focused on leadership and management, empowering team members with the skills and knowledge to drive sustained impact and organizational success.

Salvador, Bahia, Brasil

- Spearheaded the development and execution of over 20 strategic activities, collaborating with key stakeholders to identify priority projects and forge impactful partnerships.- Provided guidance and facilitated ongoing training initiatives for over 20 members.- Managed five national and international campaigns, leveraging innovative strategies to raise awareness, drive advocacy efforts, and effect tangible change in diverse communities.- Pioneered the establishment of strategic partnerships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and synergy to advance shared objectives and maximize impact.- Represented the organization at over ten events and media platforms, including the City Council, to amplify the organization's message and influence.- Played a pivotal role in expanding the organization's branch, driving membership growth from 2 to 20 local members through strategic recruitment efforts and community engagement initiatives, strengthening our capacity to effect change on a larger scale.

Salvador, Bahia, Brasil

- Fostered solid relationships and collaboration with partners and across departments to ensure seamless alignment with organizational objectives and enhance overall effectiveness.- Crafted and executed the annual communication strategy, overseeing the management of three communication channels to effectively disseminate critical messages, engage stakeholders, and elevate the organization's brand presence and visibility.- Provided steadfast support to facilitate participation in events and media appearances, enhancing the organization's outreach and impact while reinforcing organizational messaging and positioning.

Salvador E Região, Brasil

Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

- Executed two recruitment processes, employing benchmark standards to identify top talent and ensure alignment with organizational objectives, enhancing team dynamics and driving performance.- Provided personalized guidance and mentorship to 40 members, empowering them to develop comprehensive career plans, set ambitious goals, and navigate their professional journeys within the organization with clarity and purpose.- Articulated mentoring sessions and monitored the performance of four departments, leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance both member and customer satisfaction.- Implemented standardized certification processes, bolstering and reinforcing the value of ongoing development and growth.

Master'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: Research Group Interpretations of Brazil and Discrimination Markers in a Global Perspective (2020-Present)..

Certificate, Leadership

Selected and certified by the Preparing Global Leaders Forum (PGLF) Bulgaria, which took place in Blagoevgrad at the American University.

Bachelor'S Degree, Law

Activities and Societies: Research Group Human Rights, Right to Health and Family CNPq/UCSal (2016-2018). Study Group Critical Criminology.