Senior Humanitarian Professional with over 12 years of experience leading emergency response and development programs in complex environments (Haiti, DRC, CAR, Nepal, Sudan, etc.). Strong experience in front-line deployment during acute emergencies enriched by successful experiences in LRRD and Development.
Expert in Program Management and Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL), with a proven track record of strengthening the capacity of local partners and national authorities (Localization). Specialized in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), rapid emergency deployment and Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) Life-Cycle Management: from initial alert/trigger to rapid assessment and intervention. Bringing specific experience in the Caribbean context (Haiti) and earthquake/hurricane response. Skilled in harmonizing operations with HQ strategies while providing hands-on operational support to local partners to ensure high-quality, donor-compliant programming (USAID, ECHO, UN agencies, Private Donors). Extensive experience liaising with UN clusters, OCHA, and DG ECHO.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability of Operational Agilityto handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Expert in NFI distribution, WASH-in-Emergency, and emergency protection. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
A pioneer of the RRM model since its inception, having led several field missions across high-intensity contexts (e.g., CAR, DRC, Sudan). Expert in executing multi-sectoral assessments and life-saving interventions within the critical 72-hour window."
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA)
Deployment Management Expert
08.2024 - 02.2025
Job overview
Manage the rapid deployment of personnel and experts to field operations, ensuring operational continuity and logistical efficiency.
Support performance management and financial workflows for deployed teams, mirroring the operational support required for seconded staff.
Independent
Consultant: DRR, M&E, and Food Security
01.2022 - 01.2024
Job overview
Remote Management & QA: Provided technical support and remote management for country programs (e.g., Ai.Bi. in Ghana), focusing on proposal writing and project cycle management.
Proposal Development: Conducted technical analysis and drafted proposals for major institutional donors, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and localization commitments.
INTERSOS
Chef de Mission
02.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
Strategic Leadership: Led a country mission managing complex protection and emergency programs. Increased program efficiency by 30% through strategic restructuring.
Partner Coordination: Acted as the primary liaison with government ministries, UN agencies, and the humanitarian country team.
Project Management: Supervised three long-term UNHCR-funded protection projects, managing HR, finance, and logistics across three provinces.
WeWorld Onlus
Country Representative
07.2015 - 03.2016
Job overview
Post-Disaster Response: Led the transition from emergency relief (post-2015 earthquake) to rehabilitation (LRRD).
Partnership Management: Coordinated a portfolio of 3 projects implemented with 5 local partners, focusing on strengthening partner capacities in reporting, compliance, and project implementation.
Donor Engagement: Collaborated with the EU Delegation to finalize and win a major project proposal.
Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
CCCM & WASH Emergency Officer
01.2014 - 05.2014
Job overview
Camp Management: Managed Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) activities in three IDP camps during the height of the crisis.
Successfully navigated complex "red-zone" security environments to deliver aid to hard-to-reach populations.
Infrastructure: Oversaw the construction of WASH facilities (latrines, showers) and coordinated service delivery with partners.
Arbeiter Samariter Bund (ASB)
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Officer
04.2013 - 10.2013
Job overview
Caribbean Context: Coordinated DRR activities in Haiti, working directly with local authorities and school directors to improve disaster preparedness.
Contingency Planning: Developed contingency plans for staff and beneficiaries, highly relevant to hurricane response contexts.
Localization: Reviewed and strengthened previous DRR projects to ensure sustainability and local ownership.
CESVI
Program Coordinator & M&E Officer
01.2009 - 01.2010
Job overview
MEAL Leadership: Designed and implemented the M&E system for the entire program portfolio. Ensured harmonization of tools and timely reporting to donors (UNDP, UNICEF, WFP, ECHO).
Assessment & Design: Led needs assessments and drafted concept notes and full proposals for new emergency interventions.
World Health Organization (WHO)
Technical Officer – M&E
09.2007 - 04.2008
Job overview
System Design: Designed a global M&E system implemented across 27 countries for the GGM programme.
Capacity Building: Trained national assessors and regional officers on M&E protocols and data collection.
Education
CIHC
Geneva, Switzerland
International Diploma from Humanitarian Assistance
01.2007
University of Bologna
Italy
Advanced University Degree from International & Diplomatic Sciences
01.2004
Skills
Emergency Response Management
Localization & Capacity Building
MEAL & Quality Assurance
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Donor Relations
Team Management
Ability to adapt to different RRM governance structures
Multi-sectoral Initial Rapid Assessment (MIRA)
Hard-to-reach (HTR) areas
Life-saving NFIs & WASH kits
Trigger-based interventions
Acute displacement monitoring
Accomplishments
Supervised directly a team of 7 Expats and other 9 int. staff members based on sub-offices.
Interacted daily, from remote, with 27 WHO GGM national program's representatives.
Wrote, submitted and get approved projects from ECHO, WFP, UNHCR, UNICEF, FAO, UNDP, USAID, Private Companies, National Authorities / Cooperation Agencies, and others.
Certification
Evaluation & M&E, Quality Evaluation of Humanitarian Projects (URD), Monitoring and Evaluation of Projects (IADB), The Logical Framework for Project Design (IADB)
Disaster Risk Reduction, DRR in Emergencies (RedR/Austrian Red Cross), Climate Change and DRR (WBI Global), Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management Framework (EMI/World Bank), Damage and Reconstruction Needs Assessment (EMI)
Humanitarian Standards, Sphere Standards and the Humanitarian Charter
Case Expert/ Refugee Status Determination Officer at European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA)Case Expert/ Refugee Status Determination Officer at European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA)
Country Guidance Support Officer (FG IV) at EUAA (European Agency For Asylum)Country Guidance Support Officer (FG IV) at EUAA (European Agency For Asylum)
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Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. 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Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.