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Managua, Mn, Ni

Managua, Nicaragua

As part of FAO's OCOP initiative, I lead the diagnosis and strategic design for transforming the dairy value chain in the Extended Milky Way Zone (ZVLA). My work focuses on addressing operational and environmental challenges, delivering comprehensive solutions that drive sustainability and enhance the competitiveness of the livestock sector, with a strong emphasis on innovation and climate resilience.

Lima, Peru

Guided quality and compliance initiatives across multiple Latin American countries, securing ISO/IEC 17065 accreditations from international and national bodies. These efforts ensured the acquisition and maintenance of key authorizations in strategic markets such as the United States, the European Union, and at the national level in countries of operation.Oversaw the internal audit program and performance evaluations while coordinating the Impartiality Committee to uphold transparency and trust in certifications. Identified new business opportunities and assessed their strategic impact on company operations.Took responsibility for preparing and managing the department’s annual budget and directed the training and development of the auditor team in Latin America, enhancing their technical and operational capabilities.

Dresden, Saxony, Germany

Provided advisory in the International Short Course on Sustainability for Food Systems and Forest Products at Technische Universität Dresden, organized in collaboration with CIPSEM - UNEP/UNESCO. Worked with students from countries such as Iran, Brazil, Kenya, and Colombia, supporting them in analyzing case studies and applying concepts to address sustainability challenges in food systems and forest products, with a focus on the Global South context.

Lima, Peru

Managed the operational, technical, and financial aspects of the Rainforest Alliance Program, ensuring compliance with coffee and cocoa standards. Collaborated with key stakeholders to facilitate certifications and made strategic decisions as a certifier.Strengthened the quality system by implementing risk management frameworks and led specialized teams, optimizing program execution and outcomes.Countries of operation: Peru, Nicaragua, Honduras, Panama, Colombia.

Managua, Nicaragua

Conducted audits across Latin America, evaluating supply chains and agricultural systems under international organic regulations and standards, including EU Organic, NOP, Rainforest Alliance, Smithsonian Bird Friendly, Starbucks C.A.F.E. Practices, and private standards.Countries of operation: Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Colombia.

Managua, Nicaragua

Coordinated certification processes across the region, working closely with auditors to ensure quality and compliance in field audits. Conducted performance evaluations of regional inspectors and developed targeted training programs to address identified needs.Implemented a KPI methodology to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of inspection processes in regional offices. Achieved significant growth in UTZ-Rainforest Alliance services within the region.Reviewed and consolidated over 50 annual technical reports in collaboration with specialists from Peru, Bolivia, and Nicaragua. Actively participated in sustainability dialogues, promoting the integration of sustainable criteria into cooperative projects and official agreements.Countries of operation: Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Mexico.

Managua, Nicaragua

Assessed direct and indirect GHG emission sources among smallholder farmers' associations and exporting companies, calculating equivalent CO2 levels in collaboration with AGRA TEG from Goettingen University. Reviewed and validated mitigation measures, ensuring the offsetting of residual emissions through the acquisition of emission rights.Designed a documentation system to identify emission sources and applied it to evaluate the carbon footprint in coffee, honey, and banana supply chains.Participated in the ECLAC project "Carbon Footprint and Food Exports" as part of a national public-private technical panel, overseeing proposals from organizations aiming to measure their carbon footprint.Countries of operation: Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic

Managua, Nicaragua

Coordinated certification processes in Nicaragua, overseeing inspection teams to ensure compliance with organic and sustainability standards. Prepared annual technical reports detailing compliance levels. Organized training workshops for producers, processors, and exporters, primarily in the cocoa, coffee, sesame, and honey sectors, with a focus on sustainability standards.

Nicaragua

Master Of Business Management, Business Administration And Management, General

Postgraduate, Exports Promotion

Bachelor Of Science In Agronomic Engineering, Agronomic Engineering And Vegetable Production, Academic Recognition