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Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

● Supported VIP helicopter operations.● Provide expert advice and information to senior management on all aviation safety-related matters.●Supervising and coordinating safety practices and standards, integrating effective protocols for operational teams comprising diverse nationalities.●Developing strategies and procedures to optimize daily operations, fostering a culture of accountability and efficiency in a challenging international setting.●Prioritizing pilot wellbeing to enhance safety operations and overall organizational resilience.Achievements:● Conducted five safety investigations, leading to actionable safety recommendations.● Conducted a comprehensive GAP analysis and successfully developed an Aviation Safety Program from scratch, enhancing safety protocols within the organization.● Championed a 'Just Culture' approach, emphasizing fairness and accountability in safety reporting and management.

Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic Of The Congo

● Managed aviation safety operations in Goma and Kinshasa on a permanent basis, overseeing compliance with safetyprotocols, while also conducting intermittent safety checks in Bukavu, Beni, and Bunia to assess and improve safety standards.● Provide expert advice and information to senior management on all aviation safety-related matters.● Be proactive and predictive in order to identify potential hazards and initiate mitigating actions.● In charge of quarterly inspections, crew briefings, and follow-up crew qualifications following the ICAO/UN requirements.Achievements:● Delivered over 60 Crew briefings per year significantly enhancing safety culture.● Participated in multiple safety investigations, leading some to completion and implementing safety recommendations.● Enhanced staff engagement in safety training programs led to a notable increase in compliance with the safety protocols.● Collaborated with external safety agencies to share best practices, enhancing overall safety standards in the region.● Enhanced safety awareness and commitment among managers in Goma and Kinshasa through regular visits, follow-ups,tailored training sessions, and safety briefings.● Collaborated with local teams in each city to implement and enforce effective safety procedures.● 100% compliance with related policies and regulations by ICAO/UN requirements with a quarterly measurement.

Malakal, Upper Nile, South Sudan

● Established strategies to create "A Great Place to Work" within the compound, focusing on staff well-being in challenging environments.● Developed and streamlined administrative processes to enhance operational efficiency.● Maintained, updated, and improved people management procedures, ensuring alignment with best practices.● Reported on performance metrics daily, monthly, quarterly, and bi-annually.Achievements:● Created a 400m² outdoor training area to foster team identity and strengthen company culture.● Selected to serve on the **Welfare Committee**, providing support to the Logistics Department.● Developed processes that reduced paperwork and maximized time efficiency while overseeing a peacekeeping mission involving 50+ nationalities.● Awarded the “Force Commanders Commendation” and UNCR - Outstanding for exceptional performance.

Perú

● Retired Rank:Captain Peruvian Air Force - 15 years leading by example, fomenting growth and discipline of teams.● Medals, Commendations, and Decorations:-Award: Sword of Honor Class 2012- For graduating 1st place of his Air Force Academy Class (Highest distinction)-Medal: “Democracy Defender” - Awarded by the President of the Republic of Peru for combat service defending the pacification and democracy of the country in the Vraem area.-Decoration: “Major General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias” on the class “Knight” (for being promoted three times in a row on the first place).-Decoration: FCC - Force Commander Commendation - Outstanding for military exceptional performance during his time in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.-Award: UNCR - “Outstanding” for exceptional performance during his time in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.● Helicopter Pilot:-Pilot “in Command” - Helicopters MI-24/35P. Elite group, with only 2 attack helicopter pilots per cohort.-NVG Pilot in Command - Helicopters MI-24/35P.-Mission Commander certified-Combating drug trafficking in the Peruvian Jungle - VRAEM for five (05) years (2016-2021)-Operations conducted: close air support (CAS), combat search and rescue (CSAR), escort tactics, VIP missions, and Search and Rescue (SAR).-Helicopter Training in Syzran, Russia (2019).-Training Helicopter Pilot Course in Melgar, Colombia (2016).-Airplane acrobatic training (ZLIN-Z242L) in Peru (2012-2013).

Arequipa, Peru

● Led the deployment of vaccines and management of curfews in Arequipa Region.

Provincia De Arequipa, Peru

● Responsible for planning, conducting, and post-briefing of all air operations.● Organize operational seminars covering emergencies, checklists, combat lessons, and well-being for crew commitment.● Enhance tactics, instilling a safety-focused culture.● Plan and develop daily task orders.● Supervise the upload of flying hours in the system.Achievements:● Led over 80 high-risk missions, including counterterrorism and drug trafficking operations like close air support (CAS), combat● search and rescue (CSAR), escort tactics, VIP missions, and Search and Rescue (SAR).Introduced debriefing protocols for mission insights. Continuously refined strategies for peak performance.● Worked under pressure 24/7 in combat operations. ● Implemented monthly well-being activities to reduce operational stress, improving morale and retaining personnel.

Arequipa, Peru

● Maintained high crew academic performance, following aviation standards procedures. ● Updated training syllabus, organize seminars, and established partnerships with language schools.Achievements:● Developed and implemented a digital intranet system, transitioning from manual to automated processes.● Created a comprehensive ground flight training syllabus from scratch.● Established two partnerships with language schools to improve crew language proficiency.● Established the study and implementation of an operational doctrine, improving best practices and standardizing airoperations across the squadron.

Peru

● High-Pressure Situations: Supporting the Chief of Air Ops by making quick decisions in dynamic, mission-critical environments.● Team Coordination: Ensuring effective communication among pilots and ground crew.● Flexibility: Adapting to last-minute changes in flight schedules and mission parameters.● System and Data Management: Uploaded flying hours for precise operational tracking.Achievements: ● Maintained accurate, manual flight records for historical data tracking.● Designed pilot profiles, pairing them with instructors to optimize training outcomes and performance.

Arequipa, Peru

● Managed a diverse workforce of 400 civilian and military personnel, directly overseeing a team of 10 HR professionals.● Designed and implemented talent management and professional development strategies to enhance employee skills and career growth.● Improved performance evaluation processes, fostering a culture of feedback and increasing employee satisfaction within the base.Achievements:● Successfully developed initiatives that enhanced employee capabilities and promoted career advancement.● Revamped performance evaluations, leading to more transparent assessments and improved employee engagement.● Implemented targeted retention strategies that contributed to a positive workplace environment and reduced turnover.

Arequipa, Perú

Master in Human Resources and Social Management. ● Course: Human Resources Management Course.

Arequipa, Peru

Master in Human Resources and Social Management. ● Course: Human Resources Management Course.

Master'S Degree In Wellbeing In Corporate Environments, Wellbeing, Master'S Degree

"Master's in Corporate Wellbeing at the World Happiness Foundation and World Happiness Academy. Empowering future leaders with expert.

Master Of Science (M.Sc.) | Government And Culture Of Organizations, Humanities

Awarded: Beca Presidente de la República 2014 - Academic excellence Thesis: Education of values through sports. Instill core values.

Licentiate Degree, Aerospace, Aeronautical Administration

Activities and Societies: Thesis: La formación profesional integral y la identidad con los valores institucionales de la Fuerza Aérea en.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs | Aerospace Administration, Valedictorian (Sword Of Honor)

Training Helicopter Pilot Course

Mi-24 Simulator Course

Search And Rescue Planning (Sarp)

Activities and Societies: Distinguish student

Safety And Management System (Part 1 And 2)

Safety Performance Indicators, Aviation/Airway Management And Operations