Agustín Depetris
About Agustín Depetris
Agustín Depetris is a Programme Policy Officer specializing in Country Capacity Strengthening at the World Food Programme, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a BA in Business Economics and an MSc in Sustainable Development, and has extensive experience in program management and financial analysis across various organizations.
Work at World Food Programme
Agustín Depetris currently serves as a Programme Policy Officer in the Country Capacity Strengthening unit at the World Food Programme (WFP), a position he has held since 2022. He previously worked in the same capacity at WFP from 2014 to 2020, focusing on initiatives in Tunisia. During his tenure, he led knowledge management and learning initiatives for the WFP Headquarters Country Capacity Strengthening Unit. In June 2023, he organized a landmark global meeting at WFP HQ that included participants from FAO, IFAD, and UNDP. He has also designed and executed workshops aimed at enhancing the understanding and application of Country Capacity Strengthening principles among WFP Regional Bureau and Country Office teams.
Education and Expertise
Agustín Depetris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Sustainable Development from SOAS University of London, completing his studies from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, he earned a Master of Arts in International Studies from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella in 2009. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in policy and program management within international organizations.
Background
Agustín Depetris has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in finance, administration, and program management. He began his career as a Financial Advisor at GRUPO LOYALTY in Argentina from 2007 to 2009. He then transitioned to roles such as Global Finance & Control Business Analyst at Nokia Siemens Networks and Finance and Administration Manager at SECURIPORT in Sierra Leone. His experience also includes working as a Program Manager at Plan International Sweden and as a Program Officer at The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Agustín Depetris has held several key positions that highlight his expertise in program management and policy development. He worked as a Program Officer at The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility from 2021 to 2022, and as a Project Controller from 2020 to 2021. His role at Accenture as a CDTS (Pricing and Profitability) Specialist from 2012 to 2014 further contributed to his understanding of financial management in complex environments. His varied experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive skill set applicable to his current role at WFP.