Maria Luz Larosa
About Maria Luz Larosa
Maria Luz Larosa serves as the EU Team Lead at Save the Children UK, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience in humanitarian roles across various organizations, she has a strong background in partnership development and program management.
Current Role at Save the Children UK
Maria Luz Larosa currently serves as the EU Team Lead at Save the Children UK, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for leading initiatives that enhance the organization's engagement with European Union institutions and stakeholders. Her work focuses on developing strategies that align with Save the Children's mission to improve the lives of children in need across the globe.
Previous Experience at Save the Children UK
Before her current role, Maria Luz Larosa worked at Save the Children UK as the Head of Partnership Development a.i. for a brief period in 2020. During her three-month tenure, she contributed to the organization's efforts in building and strengthening partnerships that support its humanitarian objectives.
Experience at War Child UK
From 2015 to 2018, Maria Luz Larosa held the position of Regional Programme Manager for Africa at War Child UK. In this capacity, she managed various programs aimed at supporting children affected by conflict in the African region. Her work involved coordinating with local partners and stakeholders to implement effective interventions.
Educational Background
Maria Luz Larosa studied at the University of London, where she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2020 to 2022. This advanced degree provided her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her roles within the humanitarian sector.
Career History in Humanitarian Aid
Maria Luz Larosa has a diverse background in humanitarian aid, having worked with various organizations. She served as a Programme Officer for the Middle East and Horn of Africa at International Medical Corps in 2012. Additionally, she held roles at the DG European Commission Humanitarian Aid Office - ECHO, including Desk Officer for Occupied Palestinian Territory and Lebanon, and Assistant Desk Officer for Sudan, Chad, and Central African Republic.