Carlos L. Barrio
About Carlos L. Barrio
Carlos L. Barrio serves as the East Africa Regional Communications Officer at Catholic Relief Services, bringing extensive experience in multimedia storytelling and strategic communication from various international organizations.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Carlos L. Barrio serves as the East Africa Regional Communications Officer at Catholic Relief Services since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing communication strategies to support the organization's mission in the East African region. His responsibilities include managing regional communications, developing targeted campaigns, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote the organization's initiatives.
Previous Experience in Communications
Carlos L. Barrio has held several significant positions in communications prior to his current role. He worked at iMMAP as Global Communications Manager from 2018 to 2022, where he managed communication strategies across multiple locations including Madrid, Marseille, and Washington DC. He also served as Media Manager for Young Pioneer Disaster Response during the Typhoon Haiyan Disaster Response Program in 2014-2015, and as Media and Community Liaison Specialist at the International Organization for Migration in 2015-2016.
Education and Expertise
Carlos L. Barrio studied at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, where he earned a Licenciado in Periodismo from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at Queen Mary, University of London, obtaining a Master of Arts in International Relations from 2009 to 2010. His academic background complements his extensive experience in multimedia storytelling and strategic communication.
Background in International Development
Carlos L. Barrio has a background in international development, having worked with the Netherlands Development Organization in The Hague. His professional experience spans diverse geographical regions, including Afghanistan, Cyprus, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Colombia. This exposure has contributed to his understanding of global communication needs and strategies in various cultural contexts.
Achievements in Communication Management
Throughout his career, Carlos L. Barrio has managed communications teams and developed targeted communication campaigns for various international organizations. His role at iMMAP included capacity building in communications, enhancing the strategic communication efforts of teams across different world regions. His work has contributed to effective messaging and outreach in the international development sector.