I am an international relations and public affairs professional with over a decade of experience spanning UN agencies, government institutions, and the private sector. I thrive in multi-stakeholder environments, excel at drafting political background materials and briefing content, and enjoy building strategic partnerships across civil society, private sector, and governmental actors. Based in Geneva, I coordinate high-level dialogues and outreach initiatives while advancing sustainable development and social economy agendas.

Pauline Mollard Giboudeau

I am an international relations and public affairs professional with over a decade of experience spanning UN agencies, government institutions, and the private sector. I thrive in multi-stakeholder environments, excel at drafting political background materials and briefing content, and enjoy building strategic partnerships across civil society, private sector, and governmental actors. Based in Geneva, I coordinate high-level dialogues and outreach initiatives while advancing sustainable development and social economy agendas.

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I am an international relations and public affairs professional with over a decade of experience spanning UN agencies, government institutions, and the private sector. I thrive in multi-stakeholder environments, excel at drafting political background materials and briefing content, and enjoy building strategic partnerships across civil society, private sector, and governmental actors. Based in Geneva, I coordinate high-level dialogues and outreach initiatives while advancing sustainable development and social economy agendas.

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Experience Level

Language

French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

International Expert at United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026
Contributing to intergovernmental work on social economy, sustainable development, and trade; coordinating multilateral initiatives and high-level dialogues with governments, UN agencies and stakeholders; contributing to background materials and communications for outreach and engagement activities.
Donor Relations, External relations & Partnerships at The Global Fund
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Managed and maintained strong relationships with Spain and supported Sweden, Norway and Denmark portfolios; prepared notes, strategic analyses, official meetings, and donor visits; managed and coordinated briefings, meetings, high-level visits and events with donors and governments.
Political Affairs & Partnerships Assistant at United Nations Office at Geneva
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Provided support to the Director-General, including drafting political background material and talking points; contributed to partnership-building activities and maintained high-level relationships with civil society, private sector, local authorities, international organizations and NGOs; supported public events and dialogue initiatives.
Deputy Head of Summits' Preparation Office (G7 & G20/OECD) at French Ministry for the Economy and Finance
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Participated in the preparation for the G7 French Presidency (2019): G7 education and development; organized public-facing events and consultations; provided support for the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting including intergovernmental negotiations and policy formulation.
Advisor to the Minister of Development and Francophonie at French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Managed topics on education and youth, humanitarian aid, Francophonie and social/solidarity economy (including project management for 'La France s’engage au Sud'). Drafted speeches, notes and meeting preparations; participated in high-level international meetings and missions.
Education and Solidarity Project Manager at Deloitte Foundation
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Managed education, gender and inclusion projects; evaluated initiatives; built partnerships with local associations and communities; led CSR communications and sponsorship programs.
Intern at Embassy of the Republic of Argentina in Paris
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Internship experience contributing to diplomatic tasks and administrative support.
Assistant Journalist at L’Express
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Internship providing journalism support to Christophe Barbier.
Intern at Jijoca Town Hall
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Participation in the creation of a social business for waste management; community engagement and strategy development.

Education

Master in Science of Management, Grande Ecole Program at ESSEC Business School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Master in social sciences (economics and sociology) with honors at École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Master in international relations (exchange) at LUISS Guido Carli University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor in economics and bachelor in sociology with honors (exchange in Montreal) at Montreal, Canada
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Classe préparatoire B/L with honors at Lycée du Parc
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Driving Licence
January 1, 2009 - February 23, 2026
Ski Instructor Swiss Diploma
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment