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Consultant
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCConsultant
Sep. 2024 - Apr. 2025PanamáConsultant for the ECHO PPP project in Central and South America, focusing on the elaboration of technical documents, mapping and characterisation of key actors, development of case studies and virtual workshops focused on technical and narrative positioning.
Content writer
Universidad Nacional de San MartínContent writer
Nov. 2023 - Dec. 2023ArgentinaToolbox for students and teachers - Capsules on care and well-being in university education. Generate devices that promote self-care and care for others, as well as psychological first aid care in the UNSAM community through the development of audiovisual and graphic capsules focused on prevention and teaching psychological first aid techniques, on self-care methods and mutual help, covering a comprehensive approach to emotional care.
Programme and Operations Coordinator
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCProgramme and Operations Coordinator
Dec. 2022 - May. 2024Argentina, Buenos AiresLead technical partnerships with various entities for resource mobilisation and oversee proposal writing. Ensure effective coordination between teams. Ensure effective coordination between internal and external stakeholders. Lead a results-focused team for programme management and emergency operations. Ensure strong project implementation with external entities and promote humanitarian diplomacy. Manage key technical cooperation components, including areas such as health, water, sanitation, gender, migration and disaster management, with effective team management and reporting.
Operations Manager - Hurricanes Eta and Iota
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCOperations Manager - Hurricanes Eta and Iota
Dec. 2020 - Jan. 2021Honduras, San Pedro SulaDevelop strategies in line with international standards and local needs for hurricane response, coordinating efforts with the authorities. Oversee resource allocation and logistics to ensure timely delivery of aid, managing supplies and human resources. Lead teams, providing guidance to ensure an effective response. Continuously assess needs in affected areas, adjusting strategies and monitoring progress of operations to identify areas for improvement. Maintain transparent communication with key partners, representing the Red Cross at disaster-related events to foster collaboration and transparency.
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCPlanning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer
Jul. 2020 - Dec. 2022Argentina, Buenos AiresDevelop projects by establishing clear objectives, timelines and required resources. Create and maintain detailed project schedules, identifying milestones, tasks and duration of activities. Monitor progress of programmes and projects, comparing actual with planned delivery, identifying deviations and proposing solutions. Assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impacts. Prepare regular progress reports, including performance analysis and recommendations for improvement. Evaluate and manage project change requests, analysing their impact and adjusting plans as necessary. Coordinate appropriate project closure, including final handover, post-implementation evaluation and documentation of lessons learned.
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer - COVID-19 & Dengue Central America
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCPlanning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer - COVID-19 & Dengue Central America
Mar. 2020 - Jul. 2020Panama, PanamáParticipate in the formulation and updating of strategic plans for the response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the dengue outbreak, identifying needs and priorities. Establish monitoring systems, collect data and conduct periodic evaluations to measure the effectiveness of interventions.collect, organize and analyse data on the pandemic, generating evidence-based reports and recommendations. Prepare detailed reports on the progress of interventions, identifying successes and challenges, and providing information for decision-making. Collaborate closely with teams and organisations, sharing information and supporting the coordination of activities between the different actors involved in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teacher "Psychosocial Aspects of Caregiving".
Cruz Roja Argentina Filial SaavedraTeacher "Psychosocial Aspects of Caregiving".
Mar. 2019 - Dec. 2019ArgentinaDesign the curriculum, integrating psychosocial aspects in nursing care and create didactic resources. Deliver theoretical and practical classes using a variety of methods, encouraging discussion and reflection on psychosocial aspects of health. Assess students using different forms of assessment and provide constructive feedback. Provide guidance and academic support, developing skills to address psychosocial aspects in nursing, and be available for further consultation.
General Coordinator
Cruz Roja Argentina Filial SaavedraGeneral Coordinator
Jan. 2019 - Jul. 2020ArgentinaDevelop strategic plans aligned with the institutional mission and objectives. Coordinate programme areas such as: emergencies, health, training and volunteering. Manage financial and human resources, overseeing budgets and staff. Establish and maintain relationships with organisations, government entities, donors and other affiliates. Lead project planning, implementation and evaluation. Ensure compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.
Field Coordinator / Health
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRCField Coordinator / Health
Jun. 2018 - Aug. 2018BoliviaDevelop detailed strategies in line with international standards and local needs for epidemic response, coordinating efforts with authorities and Red Cross teams. Oversee resource allocation and logistics to ensure timely delivery of aid, managing supplies and human resources. Lead emergency teams, providing guidance and logistical support to ensure an effective and quality response. Continuously assess needs in affected areas, adjusting strategies and monitoring the progress of operations to identify areas for improvement. Maintain transparent communication with key partners, representing the Red Cross at disaster-related events to foster collaboration and transparency.
Volunteer Coordinator
Cruz Roja Argentina Filial SaavedraVolunteer Coordinator
Oct. 2017 - Dec. 2018ArgentinaSupervise and coordinate volunteer activities, including recruitment, selection, training and assignment of tasks. Design and implement programmes and projects to optimise participation. Provide ongoing support and training, ensuring the preparation of volunteers, in line with institutional values and objectives. Collaborate with different areas to integrate work into existing programmes and activities. Maintain up-to-date records, databases, manage schedules and availability. Maintain open and effective communication, promoting a culture of motivation, commitment and recognition. Conduct regular performance appraisals, provide constructive feedback and ensure the quality and effectiveness of work.
National Emergency Operations Coordinator
Cruz Roja ArgentinaNational Emergency Operations Coordinator
Feb. 2016 - Sep. 2017ArgentinaDevelop action plans to respond to emergencies and disasters, in line with national and international standards. Coordinate internal and external teams to optimise response. Oversee the management of human, financial and material resources. Coordinate logistical flow to ensure efficient distribution of aid. Lead teams to ensure a coordinated and effective response. Provide technical support to teams in the field. Assess the needs of affected communities and adapt strategies to the evolving situation. Monitor progress of operations and prepare reports. Establish and maintain relations with government bodies, humanitarian agencies and other actors. Represent the institution at events and meetings. Provide training and guidance to response teams on crisis management, emergency protocols and humanitarian standards.
Talent Acquisition & Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist
Fumi-Line - Control de PlagasTalent Acquisition & Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist
Aug. 2015 - May. 2021ArgentinaComprehensive management of the recruitment and selection process for technical, administrative and IT profiles: profile analysis, structured interviews, application of psychometric tests, and preparation of reports for decision-making. Development of employer branding strategies and talent loyalty programmes. Design and implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility policies, with a focus on well-being at work, gender equality and promotion of mental health in the workplace. Coordination of internal awareness campaigns, corporate volunteering and strengthening of links with third sector organisations.
Training Coordinator
Cruz Roja Argentina Filial SaavedraTraining Coordinator
Jun. 2015 - Jan. 2016Coordinate training programmes in line with standards and develop effective teaching methodologies. Provide mentoring and coaching to students and professionals, supporting their development in crisis management. Deliver relevant classes and workshops, using dynamic methods to ensure understanding. Evaluate participants' progress and adjust programmes based on feedback. Collaborate with experts, updating and enriching training programmes.
Psychoprevention Department, Coordinator
Sistemas ReidPsychoprevention Department, Coordinator
Jul. 2014 - May. 2015ArgentinaSupervision and coordination of the team of psychologists to ensure the operational effectiveness of the service offered to clients. Acting as a liaison between the team and clients to manage and improve the quality of the service provided. Designing and facilitating workshops for individuals identified as potential victims of accidents, with the aim of aligning their strengths and weaknesses with the behaviour necessary to deal with such situations.
Psychoprevention Office, Assistant
Sistemas ReidPsychoprevention Office, Assistant
Aug. 2013 - Jun. 2014ArgentinaAnalysis of skills and attitudes related to errors that precede accidents using psychometric techniques. Detection of people prone to accidents at work based on the identification of difficulties in perception, decision-making and psychomotor coordination. Development of workshops for people qualified as potential accident victims, in order to align their strengths and weaknesses with the behaviour required for the task. Application of traditional techniques in the framework of occupational psychotechnics.
Psychologist
FreelancePsychologist
Sep. 2012Clinical therapy and psychometric assessments.

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