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Federal District, Brazil

Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique

Pemba and Ancuabe, Cabo Delgado, Mozambique - December, 2022 – currentlyProject Manager on “Improving Resilience through assets Creation and Home-grown feeding of displaced communities in Cabo Delgado. WFP, German Cooperation and Norwegian Embassy Funds- Plan, coordinate and supervise all activities of the project- Develop executive project of two kitchens and warehouse using rammed earth technical - Coordination with all stakeholders: municipality, university, consultants, donor- Ensure technical monitoring of the team and proper supervision of the construction works - On-job-trainings with technical team, masters, and beneficiaries - Elaborate ToR for tender dossier for construction and proper management of relationship with selected contractors

Pemba And Montepuez, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique

Urban Planning and Shelter Technical Advisor – Partial Urbanization Plans for Josina Machel, Eduardo Mondlane and Alto Gingone Neighborhoods - Pemba- Support to the Urban Coordinator on the development of Integrated diagnosis and Local Development Plans in collaboration with project partners and stakeholders PlanTechnical Advisor on UNHCR project “ Multisectoral assistance for displaced people in Cabo Delgado“ – Montepuez (Ntele, Chimoio Centres)- Develop of shelters improvement design in coordination with UNHCR technicians- Develop of community porch design - Technical Training of AVSI team on resilient shelter construction- Support on training of beneficiaries for the construction- Supervision of construction works

Dondo, Sofala Province, Mozambique

Project manager on Reabilita - Reconstruction and Access for children and teachers to the learning system of Dondo District, UNICEF and UN-Habitat support and European Union funds - Plan, coordinate and supervise all activities of the project.- Elaborate ToR for tender dossier for construction and proper management of relationship with selected contractor.- Ensure proper technical supervision of the construction works of five schools (classrooms blocks, teachers’ houses, and sanitation blocks).- Ensure timely distribution of kits and learning materials to beneficiaries.- Supervise all training activities.- Carry out regular field visits (field monitoring, evaluations, reporting, etc.).- Ensure regular update of the project planning and tasks based on monitoring and reporting.- Keep good relationships with the donor and all relevant stakeholders in the area and include them at the various stage of implementation.- Train staff in accurate recording, compilation, analysis and reporting procedures.- Ensure accurate data collection and analysis.- Provide direction and mentoring to the field team in the development of plans and implementation of activities.- Work in close collaboration with both local operations and support units.Technical support on the “Mais Pemba” Project- Support the urban planning coordinator in carrying out integrated local development plans in collaboration with project partners and independent parties.- Support in carrying out social/economic analysis and environmental/urban analysis of two pilot districts in Pemba.- Collaborate in the definition of the integrated diagnosis for both pilot districts of Pemba.

Buzi, Sofala Province, Mozambique

Shelter Specialist on Idai Respond Program, manager of BBS shelter component: the answer involves providing materials for the construction of 540 pau-a-pique houses, technical support, supervision, and training of local teams in the house construction. DFID funds Responsibilities:- coordination and training of construction supervisors, masters, and community teams in resilient construction with traditional techniques and materials.- elaboration and development of projects, bill of quantities, work plans, logistics plans and work schedules.- coordination of construction works.

Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique

I) Facilitator on a training for Pemba (Cabo Delgado, Mozambique) Municipal technicians, Directors and Councilors on how to elaborate a “Plano de Pormenor”.Responsibilities:- preparation of contents, materials for training and practical exercises.- technical training on urban regulations.- practical training through an exercise in urban regeneration.(II) Consultancy for the review of the executive project of the Community Center of Eduardo Mondlane neighborhood in Pemba, Mozambique.Activities:- review of the technical drawings prepared by the AVSI Foundation and bill of quantities.- review of the technical specifications of the project of the executive project.- preparation of works budget.

Maputo, Cidade De Maputo, Mozambique

Expert consultant on informal settlements in the “Habitat project” - Defending the right to the city through participatory urban reorganization and access to the DUAT (land´s use right) in the informal neighborhoods of Maputo, funded by “Ajuntament de Barcelona”, SELAVIP and Ayuntamiento de Pamplona (Pamplona’s Municipal Council).- Identify construction works, prepare bill of quantities and budget.- Conduct the architectural survey of the intervention areas.- Support the training of the local architect in design themes, drawing tools and construction works monitoring.- Develop construction design, urban parceling plans and occupation plans with the project's technical team and the community, through participatory processes focusing on reducing floods, increasing green areas, improving ventilation and natural lighting at Chamanculo C neighborhood.- Supervise the construction works of urban spaces improvement and the reconstruction of houses affected by the opening of streets, preparation of work construction reports, monitoring schedules and invoicing.- Participate in meetings with municipal technicians to strengthen project implementation.- Collaborate in meetings regarding the project dissemination and participatory processes with the beneficiary community.- Assist the submission of the DUAT application documents to the Municipal Council.- Coordination between the local team and the head office volunteer team from Barcelona.- Support the elaboration of reports to funders.- Collaborate with the project manager on project formulation and budgeting.- Elaboration of the chapter “Study Cases - Habitat Project, Chamanculo C” of the DUATs Mass Regularization Methodology Procedures Manual (edited by the CMM).- Construction works supervision of the of Public Space Upgrading Project developed using Minecraft in Maxaquene neighborhood, Maputo by UN-Habitat within the UN-Habitat’s Global Public Space Programme and implemented by ASF.

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Volunteer at head office (from October to December) and remote work (January to May) to support the implementation of the Habitat project in Maputo.Accomplishments: - Translation of technical documents (Spanish - Portuguese).- Elaboration of panels and graphic materials for project dissemination.

Brasília, Federal District, Brazil

Architect collaborator in landscaping design focusing on water conservation.Responsibilities:- develop executive open space design- conduct research on native drought-resistant vegetation- supervise landscaping construction works.Accomplished projects:- Adriana’s House, 272,50m² - Brasília / DF, Brazil- Condominium Angico, 7276.60m² - Brasília / DF, Brazil- Thiago e Andrea’s House, 985m² - Brasília / DF, Brazil

Brasília, Federal District, Brazil

I) Collaborating architect in the development of sustainable architecture and bioconstruction design:- Lake Piratuba Biological Reserve, 1200m² Legal Amazon, Cutias / AP, Brazil;- SOS Cerrado Farm: support design for agroforestry, honey production and fish farming, 682.07m². Alto Paraíso / Goiás, Brazil.(II) Collaboration in engineering consulting in Cataforte Project, Network structuring and solid waste recycling projects in DF.Responsibilities:- Survey and identification of solid waste recycling centers in DF;- Meetings with waste collectors and recycling cooperative members to identify the rehabilitation needs of existing infra structures and new constructions;(III) Instructor in theoretical and practical bioconstruction workshops. “Sítio Nós na Teia”, Brasília / DF – Brazil.

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

Executive Project Coordinator of commercial and residential architecture.Responsibilities:- elaborate and approve Urban Viability Assay and architectural design with the responsible public agencies.- coordinate a team of 4 architects and 2 interns on the development of executive design, construction detailing, budget, presentations and electronic models.- conduct weekly meetings to manage the different complementary design teams.- coordinate and support the compatibility of complementary design (architectural, structural, installations and landscape).- prepare and submit project reports, schedules and design progress to enterprises investors.Projects:- Iguatemi Shopping Center Expansion, 113,786.53m² - Porto Alegre / RS – Brazil.- Galtieri Shopping Center and Gas Station, 6,995.42m² - Porto Alegre / RS – Brazil.- Terraville Condominium, 4,570m² - Porto Alegre / RS – Brazil.

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

Construction regularization and environmental licensing manager.- manage and prepare permitting processes for new enterprises.- elaborate and approve Urban Viability Assay and architectural design.- Manage regularization processes of 5 Walmart supermarkets, conduct the surveys of the stores, elaborate as built plans, develop and approve legal projects, prepare documentation and environmental permits processes.- conduct meetings with municipal and state technicians from different public agencies.- collaborate in environmental studies (Environmental Impact Analysis and Environmental Impact Report and Neighborhood Impact Analysis).

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

Assistant coordinator of the tropicalization works of Candiota Phase C thermoelectric plant expansion design.- Provide technical support to the local tropicalization team and Chinese design team (Citic and Nwept).- To collaborate in adapting the plans to Brazilian norms and regulations.

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

Architect.- develop houses rehabilitation and interior designs.- prepare construction work budgets.- Support the responsible engineer on the construction work supervision and procurement.Construction works achieved:- Casa Jaqueline Merlin, 1,200m² - Porto Alegre / RS, Brazil;- Egídio Penthouse, 250m² - Porto Alegre / RS, Brazil.Created and developed designs:- Urban, architectural and landscape design: IBIRA Ecovillage Condominium, 17,665.85m² - Ibiraquera Beach, Imbituba / SC, Brazil;- DC Navegantes Theater, OCA Theater Group, 500m² - Porto Alegre / RS, Brazil;- Landscaping Design Children's School “Fazendo de Tudo”, 240m² - Porto Alegre / RS, Brazil.

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

- Teacher of the professional training for vulnerable young people from the “Grande Cruzeiro” neighborhood in Construction and Repairs.

Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

Collaborator as student and Junior Architect- Collaboration in the creation and development of urban and social housing projects.- Support in the elaboration of Urban Master Plans.

Post-Graduation, Urban Environment And Sustainability

Bachelor'S Degree, Architecture And Urbanism