paola beltrami

Improved operational processes and managed the creation of IT tools and platforms to streamline workflows. Supported comprehensive documentation processes to enhance organizational efficiency and knowledge management. Contributed to optimizing overall business operations for a development-focused organization.

Developed the association’s administrative manual and cloud management tools, including automations, which enabled the organization to manage a significantly increased workload and budget growth of over 360%. Established robust financial and accounting systems, facilitating access to ethical financial credit and stabilizing cash flow. Coordinated the 'Trails of Participation' project, leading its

Led the participatory development and management of sub-granting schemes totaling over 8 million Euros across conflict-affected and low-income contexts, supporting over 250 social enterprises and civil society organizations. Created accessible grant-making tools, facilitated selection processes, and provided direct support and training to grantees and grant management teams. Contributed to the des

Designed and facilitated a participatory design process with the local community to identify ideas for the regeneration of an abandoned factory into new cultural spaces for youth. Conducted a community survey with 200 respondents and qualitative data collection through interviews with key informants. Organized a community workshop with local residents to identify priorities and potential uses for

Managed a multi-country project in partnership with UNHCR, focusing on volunteerism in response to the refugee and migrant situation in Europe. Developed and coordinated the implementation of a Mapping Study methodology across four countries, involving qualitative and quantitative research. Established remote communication structures and oversaw budget monitoring, financial forecasting, and report

Set up and managed a social cohesion and peacebuilding project in Iraqi Kurdistan, including coordinating the renovation of six schools in conflict-affected areas. Oversaw the establishment of a multi-service Community Center providing educational and social services to diverse communities, including gender-based violence survivors. Designed and coordinated a livelihoods assessment and a volunteer

Provided technical and management support to UN Women Tunisia Country Office for national programs on gender-based violence, transitional justice, and Women Peace and Security. Managed and monitored UN Women’s grants to local entities, conducting micro-assessments of organizational capacities. Designed and coordinated a call for proposals for Tunisian CSOs and organized multi-stakeholder workshops

Managed partnerships with local organizations and authorities, overseeing staff recruitment and professional development. Monitored expenses and budgets, ensuring 100% expenditure rates across various project partners. Led donor reporting, providing accurate data on project impact and performance for initiatives focused on mental health and psychosocial support for displaced children and gender-ba

Provided comprehensive program support for the Syria Crisis Response initiative, contributing to humanitarian efforts. Assisted in policy paper writing and offered essential project management support. Gained practical experience in international NGO operations and crisis response programming.

Conducted a strategic assessment of Moroccan poverty reduction institutions, analyzing their effectiveness and impact. Analyzed the Italian Cooperation's financial support to the National Initiative on Human Development for poverty reduction. Contributed to understanding international development aid mechanisms and policy analysis.

Wrote proposals for EU-funded youth programs initiatives, contributing to securing grants for community projects. Gained experience in grant proposal development and European Union funding mechanisms. Supported the European Coordination Center in fostering international youth collaboration.

Focused on participatory facilitation, methodologies for youth and children's participation, and active listening. Explored participatory urbanism, architecture, and social impact evaluation. Final thesis on sustainable forest management and participation.

Studied human-centered design thinking, strategy and management of non-profit organizations, and fundraising. Gained expertise in financial sustainability, leadership, human resources management, and social impact measurement. Developed a business plan for a social enterprise combining eco-tourism and elderly support services.

Focused on intercultural mediation, migrations in the Mediterranean, and politics, society, and culture in the Arab World. Gained skills in project cycle management, research planning, and negotiation and conflict resolution. Conducted field research on social perceptions of women singlehood in Morocco.