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Fortaleza, Ceará, Brasile

Security Improvement: Advised on security risk mitigation and assisted in updating security protocols for field operations. Innovation for Violence Reduction: Conducted extensive research studying successful case studies from diverse geographical regions to gather insights for developing innovative solutions aimed at reducing youth violence specifically in the Northeast region of Brazil.

Brasilia, Distretto Federale, Brasile

Process Optimization: Evaluate their Travel Department, identify areas for improvement, implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction, and provide solutions to travel-related challenges.

Bogotá, Capital District, Colombia

In my role at the ICRC, I led a team in meticulously coordinating travel, events, and logistics, including flights, accommodations, transportation and visas, all while emphasizing excellent customer service.Further key responsibilities:• Crisis Management: Effectively managed a segment of ICRC's global staff rotation and evacuation during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring operational continuity while prioritizing personnel safety. •Strategic Security Planning: Supported the planning, implementation, and follow-up of ICRC security plans.•Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Supported various areas including victim response, staff deployment, procurement processes, and more. •Diplomatic Relations Development: strong relations and effective communication with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and diplomatic missions.

Tegucigalpa, Dipartimento Di Francisco Morazán, Honduras

I was appointed for an exposure mission with the ICRC, engaging in fieldwork activities alongside the protection team across diverse and remote areas to assist individuals affected by armed violence. I contributed to various ICRC programs, including Migration, Detention, Missing People, and Forensics.Further key responsibilities:• IDP Assistance: Conducted identification, interviews, assistance, and follow-up on cases involving Internally Displaced People (IDPs), significantly improving crisis response.• Family Support and Empowerment: Assisted in supporting and guiding families of missing individuals, helping to enhance their ability to respond to challenges and strengthen their capacity to recover from difficult situations.• Migrant Support: Monitored migrant caravans, visiting migration centers, and providing assistance to Honduran individuals deported from Mexico.• Humanitarian Coordination: Collaborated with government institutions and partners such as the Honduras Red Cross to coordinate efforts in response to affected populations.

Bogotá, Capital District, Colombia

Efficient Logistic: organized logistics operations for two projects located in Colombian conflict zones, overseeing procurement processes, supply chains, transportation, and route optimization to ensure timely delivery of supplies to affected communities. Further key responsibilities:• Distribution: Responsible for distributing agricultural products and machinery to implement development projects in the field.•Inventory Management: managed inventory reports for FAO donors, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of crucial information to support funding and resource allocation.•Budget Monitoring: Supported monitoring of the budget implementation to ensure proper utilization of funds.

Caracas, Distretto Capital, Venezuela

International Relations: During my tenure at the Qatar Embassy, I successfully established and maintained diplomatic relations with seven Latin American countries, fostering strategic partnerships and facilitating negotiations to achieve agreements and promote cooperation.Further key responsibilities:• High Level Events: Planned and executed diverse high-level events, forums, meetings, state and officials'visits by high-ranking officials in Latin America and Qatar. This involved coordinating agendas, travel arrangements, and accommodations while ensuring flawless execution and adherence to diplomatic protocols.•Cultural & Protocol Adviser: Provided guidance on diplomatic language, etiquette, and cultural sensitivity to facilitate smooth and respectful interactions during state visits.•International Logistic: Oversaw international logistics for embassy goods, ensuring swift customs clearance and timely delivery while upholding diplomatic privileges and immunity.•Security Risk Mitigation: Implemented comprehensive security measures to mitigate risks and safeguard embassy premises and assets during official visits.

Caracas, Distretto Capital, Venezuela

• Content Production: Facilitated the production of visual materials, ensuring consistent messaging and improving the network's visibility in the region.• Financial Reporting: Prepared accurate and timely financial reports, supporting strategic decision-making at the Doha Headquarters.