I am Cristina Bernal Aparicio, a strategic project leader and innovative researcher with extensive experience in international development, climate action, data analysis, and effective communications across UN agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. I’ve led cross-functional teams, designed outreach strategies, and driven capacity-building initiatives in least-developed countries. I thrive on turning complex data into actionable insights and engaging diverse stakeholders to accelerate sustainable outcomes. I’m passionate about climate resilience, sustainable development, and inclusive growth, with a track record of managing programs, shaping policy discussions, and delivering measurable impact.

Cristina Bernal Aparicio

I am Cristina Bernal Aparicio, a strategic project leader and innovative researcher with extensive experience in international development, climate action, data analysis, and effective communications across UN agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. I’ve led cross-functional teams, designed outreach strategies, and driven capacity-building initiatives in least-developed countries. I thrive on turning complex data into actionable insights and engaging diverse stakeholders to accelerate sustainable outcomes. I’m passionate about climate resilience, sustainable development, and inclusive growth, with a track record of managing programs, shaping policy discussions, and delivering measurable impact.

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I am Cristina Bernal Aparicio, a strategic project leader and innovative researcher with extensive experience in international development, climate action, data analysis, and effective communications across UN agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. I’ve led cross-functional teams, designed outreach strategies, and driven capacity-building initiatives in least-developed countries.

I thrive on turning complex data into actionable insights and engaging diverse stakeholders to accelerate sustainable outcomes. I’m passionate about climate resilience, sustainable development, and inclusive growth, with a track record of managing programs, shaping policy discussions, and delivering measurable impact.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Climate Advisor at EY (Spain)
March 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025
Led climate-related outreach and engagement across key platforms; managed COP28/COP29 planning and events, ensuring smooth execution for over 10,000 participants; led data collection and management for the UNFCCC State of Adaptation project; established partnerships with youth organizations and third-party platforms; developed project proposals and secured funding.
Junior Consultant at Urban Development Projects (Self-Employed)
December 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025
Conducted socio-economic assessments in Latin America to support strategic urban planning; contributed to the development of new industrial districts; supported regional growth.
Volunteer Researcher (Climate & Conflict) at IN NO PR O / OIP MA (Spain)
October 1, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Co-authored a research paper on climate change and conflict in least developed countries; contributed to policy-relevant research for international organizations; collaborated with cross-functional teams.
Project Lead, Food Waste Reduction at IF W C (France)
October 1, 2019 - October 20, 2025
Led a food waste reduction project across schools in France; designed educational materials and visuals, engaging students and teachers; monitored global food waste trends and policies to inform project strategies; created content for external communications, raising the profile of the organization.

Education

Master's degree in Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change Adaptation at Lund University, Sweden
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Bachelor's degree in Economics at Pompeu Fabra University, Spain
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Exchange program at Hanken School of Economics, Finland
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change Adaptation
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Economics
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Exchange Program
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Government, Education, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities