Daniela Sarzosa Castillo
About Daniela Sarzosa Castillo
Daniela Sarzosa Castillo is a Senior Specialist for MERL Tech at Global Communities in Bogotá, Colombia, with expertise in gender-focused monitoring and evaluation in the technology sector. She has a strong background in economics and public policy, along with extensive experience in program evaluation and data analysis.
Work at Global Communities
Daniela Sarzosa Castillo has been serving as a Senior Specialist for MERL Tech at Global Communities since 2021. Based in Bogotá, D.C., Colombia, she focuses on monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning within the technology sector. Her role emphasizes gender-focused approaches, ensuring that programs effectively address the needs and contributions of women in various initiatives.
Previous Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation
Before joining Global Communities, Daniela worked at Laboratoria as the Data and Monitoring & Evaluation Director from 2019 to 2021 in Lima Province, Peru. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing data management and evaluation processes, contributing to the organization's mission of empowering women through technology. Additionally, she held the position of Product Manager of Admissions and Monitoring & Evaluation Director at Laboratoria from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Daniela Sarzosa Castillo holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, where she studied Public Policy Analysis from 2015 to 2017. She also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Economics from Universidad de Los Andes between 2013 and 2015, following her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from the same institution, completed from 2009 to 2013.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Daniela demonstrates expertise in gender-focused monitoring and evaluation, particularly within the technology sector. She possesses strong skills in database management, which enhances data-driven decision-making processes. Her experience includes adapting to diverse working groups and environments, showcasing her leadership and creativity in program evaluation and socio-economic analysis.
Early Career and Research Experience
Daniela began her career as a Data Analyst at the Ministerio de Cultura in Bogotá, Colombia, from 2013 to 2015. She also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at NYU Furman Center from 2015 to 2017 in New York City, where she contributed to research projects that informed public policy and urban studies.