GIADA GULLA'
Montepaone Lido, Italy
Summary
International relations graduate with a focus on policy research, stakeholder engagement, and project support in international and European contexts. Expertise includes policy monitoring, report drafting, and stakeholder coordination, honed through experience at the IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation. Proven ability to support donor-funded initiatives and multi-stakeholder projects, with a strong interest in EU policy, sustainability, and international cooperation. Committed to advancing evidence-based policymaking and collaborative solutions to global challenges.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Communications & Policy Intern
IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation
Malaga, Spain
2025.11 - 2026.03
- Conducted policy research and analysis on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and their integration into the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) of Mediterranean countries, including data collection, literature reviews, and report drafting.
- Developed communication and outreach materials, translating technical and policy-related information into accessible content for diverse audiences and supporting project visibility activities.
- Provided project and administrative support to donor-funded initiatives, including MEDCONNECTA, Natur4Change, and RESCOM, contributing to reporting, knowledge management, and project implementation processes.
- Supported stakeholder engagement and coordination activities by preparing summaries, briefing materials, and key findings, facilitating communication among project partners, experts, and institutional stakeholders.
Junior Policy Analyst
Mondo Internazionale
, Italy
2024.06 - 2025.08
- Conducted research on social issues and analysed data from various sources; authored article on social inequalities and poverty post-COVID in Italy, exploring basic income and new support policies to inform stakeholders.
Italian Tutor
Preply
, Remote
2024.12 - 2025.03
- Led structured lesson planning for over 10 students, adjusting content for proficiency levels and learning styles.
- Utilised multimedia resources for comprehensive language immersion experiences.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for personalised attention and support.
Communication and Media intern
OCPG - University of Salerno
Salerno, Italy
2022.09 - 2023.02
- Managed and promoted youth-related communication content on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X), supporting digital content organisation and publication via WordPress to enhance engagement with youth audiences.
- Engaged stakeholders through targeted outreach initiatives, fostering collaborative relationships and increasing awareness of key programmes.
- Attended international conferences and events organised by the research centre, focusing on international work and study opportunities for young people.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
Sapienza University
Rome, Italy 2023.09 - 2025.10
Erasmus+ exchange year - International Affairs
Sciences Po
Lille, France 2024.09 - 2025.05
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations
Salerno University
Italy 2019.09 - 2023.03
Technical Economic Diploma - Tourism Studies
Istituto Tecnico Economico Antonino Calabretta
Soverato 2013.09 - 2018.03
Skills
Policy Research & Analysis
Stakeholder Engagement
Project Coordination
Strategic Communication
Report Writing & Drafting
EU Affairs
International Cooperation
Sustainable Development
Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration
Event & Administrative Support
Literature review proficiency
Excellent computer literacy
Languages
Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish
Upper intermediate
French
Upper intermediate
Volunteering
- Volunteering YOUNGO: Participated in youth engagement initiatives within the UN climate governance framework, supporting youth representation and advocacy in international climate discussions.
- Volunteering PlanetaSana
Courses
- Introduction to Finance for Nature - IUCN Academy | In progress
- Financial Management Essentials Certificate - NonprofitReady | Jun 2026
- Multidisciplinary University Course in Human Rights Education (CUMED) - UNICEF | Jun 2024
- Gender-responsive, disability- and socially-inclusive water resource management - FAO | Aug 2024
- Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods: Basic concepts - FAO | Apr 2024
- An Introduction to Human Rights - Amnesty International | Dec 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Communications & Policy Intern
IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation
2025.11 - 2026.03
Italian Tutor
Preply
2024.12 - 2025.03
Erasmus+ exchange year - International Affairs
Sciences Po
2024.09 - 2025.05
Junior Policy Analyst
Mondo Internazionale
2024.06 - 2025.08
Master of Arts - International Relations
Sapienza University
2023.09 - 2025.10
Communication and Media intern
OCPG - University of Salerno
2022.09 - 2023.02
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations
Salerno University
2019.09 - 2023.03
Technical Economic Diploma - Tourism Studies
Istituto Tecnico Economico Antonino Calabretta
2013.09 - 2018.03