Azzurra Massimino
About Azzurra Massimino
Azzurra Massimino is a Business Development Manager at the World Food Programme, where she has worked since 2022. With over a decade of experience in project development and implementation, she has held various roles in organizations focused on climate, food security, and international relations.
Work at World Food Programme
Azzurra Massimino has held multiple positions at the World Food Programme (WFP). She worked as a Programme Officer focusing on Climate and Disaster Risk Reduction from 2014 to 2018 in the Rome Area, Italy. Following this role, she served as a Senior Advisor for Cash-based Transfers from 2018 to 2023. Currently, she is employed as a Business Development Manager since 2022, where she supports the Programme Division in establishing private sector partnerships that emphasize climate initiatives, digital financial inclusion, resilience, food systems, and nutrition.
Education and Expertise
Azzurra Massimino holds a Master of Public Administration in Energy and Environment from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. She also earned a Master's Degree in Political Science, specializing in International Relations and EU Law, from Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali Guido Carli between 2003 and 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in developing and implementing projects, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, where she has over 10 years of experience.
Background
Azzurra Massimino has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. She began her career as an intern at the Italian Ministry for the Environment and later held positions at Confindustria and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). In 2011, she worked as a Consultant at the UN Global Compact and as a Food and Agriculture Researcher with the Worldwatch Institute. Her roles have spanned consulting, research, and advisory positions, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of climate change and food security.
Achievements
Azzurra Massimino has a proven track record in multi-million grant making and capital raising. Her work at the World Food Programme has involved creating successful partnerships with the private sector, focusing on critical areas such as climate change and food systems. Her experience in various international organizations has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex funding landscapes and implement impactful projects.