Paulina Padilla Ugarte
About Paulina Padilla Ugarte
Paulina Padilla Ugarte serves as the Senior Communications and Engagement Lead at the Overseas Development Institute in London, a position she has held since 2019. She has a diverse background in communications, advocacy, and international relations, with previous roles at organizations such as the World Economic Forum and Fairfood International.
Work at ODI
Paulina Padilla Ugarte has been serving as the Senior Communications and Engagement Lead at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) since 2019. In this role, she has contributed to the development of communication strategies that focus on poverty, economics, and sustainability. Her work involves enhancing stakeholder engagement and coordinating various communication initiatives to promote ODI's objectives.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position at ODI, Paulina held several roles in various organizations. She worked as an Advocacy and Campaigns Coordinator at Fairfood International for three months in 2013, where she promoted sustainable food practices. Additionally, she served as a Network Relations Coordinator at the Global Reporting Initiative in 2014, enhancing stakeholder engagement. Paulina also spent four years at the World Economic Forum as a Specialist in Education, Gender, and Work from 2014 to 2018, and worked as a Programme Manager at the World Energy Council from 2018 to 2019, managing global agendas.
Education and Expertise
Paulina Padilla Ugarte earned her Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Studies from the University of Warwick - WMG, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. She furthered her education at the London School of Economics (LSE), obtaining a Master of Science in International Relations from 2012 to 2013. Her academic background supports her expertise in communications and engagement within international development contexts.
Background
Paulina has a diverse professional background with experience in various sectors related to international development, advocacy, and communications. Her roles have spanned multiple countries, including the Netherlands, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. This international exposure has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of global issues and stakeholder dynamics.