Stéphanie Appell
About Stéphanie Appell
Stéphanie Appell is an HR Talent Acquisition professional currently working at the World Food Programme in Rome, Italy. She has extensive experience in human resources and finance, having held various positions at Médecins Sans Frontières and the United Nations across multiple countries.
Work at World Food Programme
Stéphanie Appell has been employed at the World Food Programme since 2017, where she serves as HR Talent Acquisition. Her role involves overseeing recruitment processes and strategies to attract top talent for the organization. Based in Rome, Italy, she has contributed to the organization's mission by leveraging her expertise in international recruitment and human resources management.
Previous Experience at Médecins Sans Frontières
Stéphanie Appell has held multiple roles at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) from 2007 to 2013. She worked as a Human Resources Manager in Chad for six months in 2007, followed by positions as Financial & Human Resources Coordinator in various locations, including Jordan/Iraq, Burkina Faso, and Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Her experience at MSF involved managing financial operations and human resources in challenging environments.
Experience at United Nations
From 2013 to 2017, Stéphanie Appell worked as a Human Resources Officer at the United Nations in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. In this role, she was responsible for various HR functions, contributing to the organization's operational effectiveness in the region. Her tenure at the UN further enhanced her skills in human resources management within an international context.
Education and Expertise
Stéphanie Appell holds a Master's degree in Nutrition and Agricultural Economy from Université Paris-Sud, which she completed from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree from EICD 3A, specializing in International Business with a focus on developing countries, from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and talent acquisition.
Skills and Competencies
Stéphanie Appell possesses excellent bilingual communication skills in French and English, which enhances her effectiveness in diverse international environments. Her extensive experience in international recruitment, crisis management, and adaptability in conflict zones has equipped her with the necessary skills to manage multicultural teams and projects successfully.