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I am an experienced researcher and consultant with over 15 years of work across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, focusing on political economy, territorial defense, human rights, and community-led development. My expertise lies at the intersection of societal resilience, governance, and structural threats I possess a strong background in project design, implementation, and impact assessment in diverse regions. Furthermore, I bring strong evaluation and analytical skills. Earlier in my career, I worked in audit and accountability roles (Deloitte & Touche; Supreme Audit Institution of Honduras), strengthening my ability to analyze institutional weaknesses, governance risks, and systemic vulnerabilities. I have collaborated with grassroots organizations, international agencies, and academic institutions to develop MEL frameworks, conduct strategic valuation, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data. My passion lies in strengthening communities, shaping policies, and transformative changes.…I am an experienced researcher and consultant with over 15 years of work across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, focusing on political economy, territorial defense, human rights, and community-led development. My expertise lies at the intersection of societal resilience, governance, and structural threats I possess a strong background in project design, implementation, and impact assessment in diverse regions. Furthermore, I bring strong evaluation and analytical skills. Earlier in my career, I worked in audit and accountability roles (Deloitte & Touche; Supreme Audit Institution of Honduras), strengthening my ability to analyze institutional weaknesses, governance risks, and systemic vulnerabilities. I have collaborated with grassroots organizations, international agencies, and academic institutions to develop MEL frameworks, conduct strategic valuation, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data. My passion lies in strengthening communities, shaping policies, and transformative changes.

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I am an experienced researcher and consultant with over 15 years of work across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, focusing on political economy, territorial defense, human rights, and community-led development. My expertise lies at the intersection of societal resilience, governance, and structural threats I possess a strong background in project design, implementation, and impact assessment in diverse regions. Furthermore, I bring strong evaluation and analytical skills. Earlier in my career, I worked in audit and accountability roles (Deloitte & Touche; Supreme Audit Institution of Honduras), strengthening my ability to analyze institutional weaknesses, governance risks, and systemic vulnerabilities. I have collaborated with grassroots organizations, international agencies, and academic institutions to develop MEL frameworks, conduct strategic valuation, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data. My passion lies in strengthening communities, shaping policies, and transformative changes.…I am an experienced researcher and consultant with over 15 years of work across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, focusing on political economy, territorial defense, human rights, and community-led development. My expertise lies at the intersection of societal resilience, governance, and structural threats I possess a strong background in project design, implementation, and impact assessment in diverse regions. Furthermore, I bring strong evaluation and analytical skills. Earlier in my career, I worked in audit and accountability roles (Deloitte & Touche; Supreme Audit Institution of Honduras), strengthening my ability to analyze institutional weaknesses, governance risks, and systemic vulnerabilities. I have collaborated with grassroots organizations, international agencies, and academic institutions to develop MEL frameworks, conduct strategic valuation, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data. My passion lies in strengthening communities, shaping policies, and transformative changes.

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I am an experienced researcher and consultant with over 15 years of work across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, focusing on political economy, territorial defense, human rights, and community-led development. My expertise lies at the intersection of societal resilience, governance, and structural threats

I possess a strong background in project design, implementation, and impact assessment in diverse regions. Furthermore, I bring strong evaluation and analytical skills.

Earlier in my career, I worked in audit and accountability roles (Deloitte & Touche; Supreme Audit Institution of Honduras), strengthening my ability to analyze institutional weaknesses, governance risks, and systemic vulnerabilities.

I have collaborated with grassroots organizations, international agencies, and academic institutions to develop MEL frameworks, conduct strategic valuation, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data. My passion lies in strengthening communities, shaping policies, and transformative changes.

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Spanish; Castilian

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Work Experience

Researcher (Agro-ecology and Indigenous Territories) at Garífuna University

January 1, 2023 - Present

Conducted fieldwork and policy research on agroecology, territorial rights, and sustainable food systems; designed and implemented community development projects; collaborated with local partners to inform MEL-based reporting and advocacy.

Development and Education Consultant at Mundo Pan para Mundo (NGO)

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Provided consultancy on community development strategies and education programs tailored to Garífuna communities in Honduras.

Coordinator at Fraternal Black Organization of Honduras - Europe

January 1, 2020 - Present

Developed participatory training programs on human rights, social justice, Indigenous rights, political ecology, climate change; organized forums and roundtables on territorial struggles.

Auditor / Consultant at Deloitte & Touche

January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014

Auditing and evaluation of internationally funded projects in rural development, agribusiness, and environmental sustainability; produced high-level reports on program performance, risk and governance for donor agencies.

Municipal Budgets Analyst at Honduras Audit Tribunal (Tribunal Superior de Cuentas)

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008

Analysis of municipal budgets and governance to ensure accountability; supervision of financial compliance and reporting for public institutions.

Researcher (Afro-descendants in Portugal) – Afroport Project at Afroport / Afrodescendants in Portugal

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Designed and conducted research on Afro-descendants in Portugal; led documentation, fieldwork, and participatory training on political ecology, climate justice, and sustainable food systems.

Researcher at CESA – University of Lisbon

January 1, 2016 - Present

Conducted research on agroecology, political ecology, and climate justice; developed research proposals, organized conferences, and contributed to international forums on Indigenous rights and environmental justice.

Environmental Development Expert at Permanent Mission of Honduras to the UN and Other International Organizations

January 1, 2022 - Present

Represented Honduras in UN bodies (Trade and Development, Human Rights Council) and international forums on economic, social, and cultural rights; engaged with mechanisms on peasants' and rural workers' rights, biodiversity, climate change, and the right to development; prepared reports and policy recommendations on climate justice, food sovereignty, and sustainable development; implemented MEL data collection and analysis; collaborated with government, NGOs, and private sector to design and implement economic development projects.

Auditor and Evaluation Consultant at Deloitte & Touche (Deloitte) - Audit and Consulting Services

January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014

Audit and evaluation of internationally funded projects in rural development, agribusiness, and environmental sustainability; produced high-level reports on project performance, risk, and governance for donor agencies.

Auditor at Tribunal Superior de Cuentas, Honduras

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008

Analysis of municipal budgets and governance structures to ensure accountability; supervision of financial compliance and reporting for public institutions.

Researcher at AFROPORT (Afrodescendants in Portugal)

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Research on Afro-descendants in Portugal focusing on socialities, representations, and socio-political dynamics; designed development research and produced reports; organized forums and disseminations.

Development & Education Consultant at Panparel Mundo (Garifuna Communities, Honduras)

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Provided consultancy on community development strategies and educational program design tailored to Garifuna communities.

Evaluator at UNAC Mozambique

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Conducted evaluations for UNAC Mozambique, analyzing outcomes and impact of projects in agroecology, peasants' rights, and territorial development; assessed gender impacts and policies for alignment with project objectives.

Field Researcher / Consultant at Garifuna University

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Conducted fieldwork on agroecology, territorial rights, and sustainable food systems; analyzed data from interviews and surveys; collaborated with local leaders to develop sustainable farming practices.