Kristen Pantano
About Kristen Pantano
Kristen Pantano serves as a Senior Associate in Global Human Resources and Operations at Evidence Action, where she manages recruitment and communication strategies. She has a background in International Relations and has held various roles in operations and public affairs across several organizations.
Current Role in Global Human Resources
Kristen Pantano serves as a Senior Associate in Global Human Resources and Operations at Evidence Action. In this role, she manages a high volume of national and international recruitment for leadership, support, and program-level staff. She communicates complex information effectively to various knowledge levels and maintains communication with candidate pools. Her responsibilities include developing and reworking new tools to support fast-paced talent acquisition schedules.
Previous Experience at Evidence Action
Before her current position, Kristen Pantano worked at Evidence Action as a Senior Associate in Operations from 2021 to 2022 and as an Operations Associate from 2020 to 2021. During her time in these roles, she contributed to operational efficiencies and supported various initiatives within the organization, focusing on enhancing operational processes.
Internship and Early Career
Kristen Pantano began her career as a Research & Public Affairs Intern at Partnership for a Secure America in 2017. This role provided her with foundational experience in public affairs and research within the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she worked as a Temp at RPStaffing in 2019, further broadening her professional experience.
Educational Background
Kristen Pantano studied International Relations and Affairs at Boston University, where she earned her Bachelor's degree from 2014 to 2018. She also attended the University of Maryland College Park, completing a Summer Course in International Relations and Affairs in 2013. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong understanding of global issues and human resources.
Leadership Roles in Model United Nations
From 2015 to 2018, Kristen Pantano held the position of Crisis Director at the Boston Area Model United Nations Conference (BarMUN). In this role, she was responsible for overseeing crisis simulations and facilitating discussions among participants, contributing to the development of leadership and negotiation skills among students.