Mariana R.
About Mariana R.
Mariana R. serves as the Information and Data Management Officer and Head of the Angola Country Office Communications at the World Food Programme, bringing over a decade of experience in international organizations. Her expertise includes team management, project implementation, and stakeholder engagement, with a background that spans multiple roles in NATO, the African Union, and UNHCR across various countries.
Work at World Food Programme
Mariana R. currently serves as the Information and Data Management Officer and Head of Angola Country Office Communications at the World Food Programme. She has held this position since 2023, working in Benguela, Benguela Province, Angola. In her role, she focuses on communication strategies and data management to support the organization's mission.
Previous Experience in International Organizations
Mariana R. has extensive experience in international organizations, including roles at NATO Communications and Information Agency, African Union, and UNHCR. She worked as an International Consultant for Communications and Stakeholder Engagement at NATO from 2018 to 2019 and served as a Peace and Security Analyst for the African Union in 2017. Additionally, she held various positions at NATO, including Stakeholder Manager and Analyst in Capability Development.
Education and Expertise
Mariana R. has a strong educational background with multiple degrees. She studied Communication Studies and earned a Bachelor's degree from Universidade Católica Portuguesa. She also completed a Master of Arts in Leadership, Governance, and Democracy Studies at the same institution. Furthermore, she pursued postgraduate studies in E-Teaching and E-Instructor at Uniwersytet Warmińsko-Mazurski w Olsztynie and an Advanced Program in Economic and Political Diplomacy at Universidade Católica Portuguesa.
Career in Journalism
Mariana R. has experience in journalism, having worked as a journalist for RTP from 2014 to 2015 in São Tomé e Príncipe. She also completed a Schumann Traineeship in Journalism at the European Parliament in 2017, where she contributed to the Information Office for five months in Lisbon, Portugal.
Global Experience and Specialization
Mariana R. has worked in over 10 countries throughout her career, gaining a diverse perspective on international issues. She specializes in communication and data visualization, which aids senior decision-making processes in her roles. Her extensive experience includes project implementation, team management, and stakeholder engagement.