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Alejandro Barros Ogando
International Project Manager , International development consultancy
Madrid, Spain
An Internationally experienced Project Manager used to working at senior level within the development aid sector.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) with the ability to relate well at any level of an organization. A skilled negotiator with the acumen required to coordinate information, develop competitive technical assistance tenders, and manage its implementation.

Can relocate immediately.
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Area of Expertise:
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy, Political
  • Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Private Sector, Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
Professional Experience:
My progressive career has been based upon a solid background in international affairs and project management gained through roles within the Spanish Embassy Trade Office in New York, the Spanish Foreign Trade Institute, and AECOM International Development Europe gaining the following key qualifications:

- International project manager, having direct overseen two and directly supported the administration of six international trade and economic growth projects with budgets of up to €2.7 million. Ensures smooth implementation of project activities and the achievement of results through continuous supervision of fieldwork.
- Skilled leader and supervisor, delivering technical assistance while leading short-term and full-time employees. Managed four full-time staff, and successfully guided field-based teams of up to three to assist international development projects. Maintains quality control and sound communication across team members.
- Culturally sensitive and diplomatic, building sustainable relationships with EuropeAid and EU, the World Bank, and Spanish government ministries such as the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, gaining their buy-in on international development programs across Eastern Europe and the Balkans.
- Strategic planning advisor and international development specialist with expertise advising on projects across numerous sectors. Provides strategic advice within the development aid sector on project implementation improvements within the context of a country.
Education:
Fully bilingual (Spanish/English), I hold a Bachelor Degree in Political Science and Public Administration, a Masters of Science in International Cooperation and Development, a Masters Degree in International Business Management, and a highly specialized Postgraduate Degree in International Conflicts and Security.

Additionally, I have pursued on-going personal and professional development including a Global Security and Intelligence course at the Complutense University of Madrid, a Security Operations and Intelligence course (120hrs), and a Diploma on the European Union at the Spanish Diplomatic School (Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
Affiliations and Achievements:
- achieved progressive career with recognition of potential following Company takeover and reorganization
- developed relationships with stakeholders throughout the Balkans and Eastern European regions
- acquired in-depth knowledge of consulting services and technical assistance for overseas aid projects
- gained experience in sectors including International Aid and Foreign Trade for the Spanish Government
- steadily managed strategic relationships, engaging various stakeholders from private and public sectors
- consistently created accurate bids and tenders to win new projects in a competitive marketplace
- established first career opportunity following success in postgraduate study based upon scholarship award

Available for:
  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Internships / Fellowships

    Years of Experience:
    5-10 years
    Highest Qualification:
    Masters
    Languages:
    English, Spanish
    Nationality:
    Mexico , Spain
    LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/alejandrobarrosogando
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