Communications and Journalism
As the Project Manager, I am responsible for managing and executing more than 100 activities per year and coordinating with around 30 institutions and partners. The project is implemented by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries in collaboration with the WWF US GEF Agency.
In my role, responsibilities include: Institutional Communication: Writing and disseminating content on UN Women's activities and programs in Burundi (articles, press releases, photos) to inform partners, the media, and the public about the organisation's work. Advocacy: Supporting the organisation's efforts to promote gender equality, strengthen women's participation in peace, security, and development, and encourage gender-sensitive public policies. Partnerships: Coordinating, strengthening, and communicating with various institutional, governmental, civil society, and donor partners to support UN Women's initiatives in Burundi.
I'm in charge of the communication of the GEF Integrated Management of the Putumayo-Içá River Basin Project, known as the Putumayo-Içá Basin Project, is a five-year initiative aimed at promoting the integrated management of natural resources in the Putumayo-Içá River basin, shared by Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
My current role is to advise UNAIDS on external and donor relations matters. I have previously headed communications at the Nile Basin Initiative Secretariat in Entebbe, Uganda. I have also previously headed communications and knowledge management at the EAC Lake Victoria Basin Commission Secretariat in Kisumu, Kenya. In my early professional life, I received strategic communication training from IW:LEARN in Washington DC.
I am an environmental communication specialist and researcher with experience in GEF International Waters initiatives. I previously worked as Communications Specialist for the GEF Putumayo-Içá River Basin Project (WCS), supporting communication strategies and knowledge sharing across Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Communication and working as an independent consultant. Spanish and English; working proficiency in French.
Francis began his career working on coral reefs for the French Ministry of the Environment, followed by a position at the World Bank’s Environment Department in Washington, D.C., before becoming an independent consultant. For 18 months (2012/2013), he provided technical assistance to the World Heritage Marine Programme in Paris. Based in London since 2013, he founded Blue Pangolin Consulting, a consultancy dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of marine, coastal, and terrestrial resources. For the past 25 years, Francis was been involved with the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI), serving as a strategic advisor to most of the governments that chaired the initiative, including the United States of America, France, Australia, Japan, and Monaco. He continues to advise the French Government’s Coral Reef Initiative (IFRECOR). Francis serves on the advisory board of the Coral Triangle Conservation Fund, based in Indonesia. He is a co-editor of the latest GCRMN Status of Coral Reefs of the World report and, in recognition of his significant contributions to coral reef conservation, received the Coral Reef Conservation Award from the International Coral Reef Society in 2024. He is also a member of the Expert Assessment Group for the Green List (EAGL) for Mediterranean Marine Protected and Conserved Areas. More recently, Francis has focused on the conservation and governance of the High Seas. He is currently acting as Technical Director for a project supporting the ratification and early implementation of the High Seas Treaty (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction – BBNJ Agreement). He is a member of the IUCN WCPA, several working groups (BBNJ, sustainable financing) for IMPAC6, a member of the DOSI Deep Sea on BBNJ working group, and numerous High Seas Alliance working Groups (including ABMT/MPAs; BBNJ financing; and, IFBs and RFMOs). In addition, he has been appointed as a member of the Programme Committee for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference to help play a key role in shaping its vision, themes, and impact, and will serves as “Expert Advisor” for the Earthshot Prize 2026.
Communications Specialist and Journalist with 26 years of experience in strategic and organizational communications, with a strong focus on sustainable development, human well-being and biodiversity conservation. Currently supporting the GEF-FAO Merín Lagoon Project, a binational initiative of the Governments of Brazil and Uruguay.
I help organizations communicate clearly, strategically, and authentically by: I. Choosing the right message and the right platform to reach the intended audience. II. Producing event coverage and content that aligns with an organization’s mission, vision, and core values. III. Ensuring photography supports the message - because a powerful image often speaks louder than paragraphs of text. IV. Designing posters, flyers, brochures, newsletters, and digital creatives that enhance visibility and consistency. V. Helping departments work in harmony by linking their work and giving visibility to their achievements. VI. Guiding the tone and messaging carefully - because trust takes years to build, but a single careless message can damage it. My Expertise: - Internal and external communication - Correspondence and report writing - Social media & website content creation (blogs, articles, news stories) - Public relations, branding, and marketing - Relationship building and stakeholder engagement - Photography and media coverage - Event planning and management - Documentation, filing, and online research - Social media management and outreach. Driven by a commitment to continuous growth, I aim to make a lasting impact through every message shared and every relationship built. My motivation is intrinsic. I genuinely find fulfillment in delivering excellence and creating impact through communication.
I’m a Communication professional with 10+ years of experience in communications for development, social and behavioral change communications, social marketing, and marketing communications. I bring a strong technical experience across areas, including community-driven campaigns, media for development, media engagement, visibility and branding, content marketing, web development, and social media management tools. I also hold M.Sc. in Communication from the University of Gothenburg with minor in Marketing from Emlyon Business School. My career included working with INGOs, as well as public and private sectors. For the past seven years, my roles were focused on promoting water conservation among individuals and water management on the agricultural level.
I have been providing project/knowledge/event management and communication and outreach support to the GEF IW Portfolio, including to IW:LEARN since 2002. Currently, my regular part-time, regular consultancy is with the UNEP/UNOPS SCS SAP Project but I also provide communication and outreach services to UNDP every now and then for various projects and international events.
For the OTCA Amazon Basin Project, I developed the communication strategy and produced a series of targeted materials, including the Communications Manual, videos, newsletters, the website for the Water Resources and Climate Change Project, and a set of 8 Notes on Experiences presented to IW Learn, among others. I have also edited technical and scientific publications, such as the Atlas of Hydroclimatic Vulnerability of the Amazon Region, always aiming to make them educational and accessible for stakeholders. My work is primarily in Spanish, and I review translations in English and Portuguese.
Experienced and resourceful Social Communicator and Journalist with a Specialization in Marketing and Sales Management. Accomplished at designing and implementing strategic communication plans, managing digital channels, and developing high-impact content for social and environmental projects. Thrives working in dynamic, international environments that call for exceptional adaptability, SEO optimisation, and effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders and NGOs. Currently working in communications for UNDP/GEF/UNOPS PROCARIBE+ Project.
Senior communications and impact expert with nearly two decades of experience designing and leading communication, dissemination and stakeholder engagement strategies for EU and international marine and environmental initiatives. Founder and Director of INDIGO MED, I specialise in tailored communication and exploitation strategies, ocean literacy and capacity-building, and have led work packages and advisory roles for major research and policy programmes. With a background in Marine Sciences and Communication, I translate complex marine science into accessible narratives and training that strengthen science–policy interfaces and support long‑term project impact.
I lead regional communications and knowledge management for the GEF/UNDP/ASEAN Integrated River Basin Management Project, supporting seven priority river basins across ASEAN. My work focuses on strengthening cross-country collaboration through strategic communications and by managing knowledge products and submissions to key global and institutional platforms, including IW:Learn and UNDP. I translate complex river basin initiatives into clear, engaging narratives that support project objectives and regional impact.
Communications Director and Founding Member of Ocean Outcomes, an organization that partners with those who live and work on the water—fishers, crew, communities, and businesses—to create solutions that protect marine ecosystems, uphold human rights, and support livelihoods.
I am the communications officer of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP)
First-year PhD student at the Department of Communication, University of Colorado Boulder, where she focuses on Ocean communication and grassroots level organizing. Prior to this, Sindhu was working as the Communication consultant of the Bay of Bengal Large Marine Ecosystem (BOBLME) project of the Bay of Bengal Program - Inter Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) during July 2024 - December 2025.
I am a regional communications expert currently serving as a Communications Specialist with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) under the Nairobi Convention. My work focuses on ocean governance and coastal and marine conservation in the Western Indian Ocean, where I design and implement strategic communication approaches that elevate scientific research, policy processes, and project results into compelling narratives. My expertise includes digital storytelling, content development, stakeholder engagement, and multimedia production, with a strong emphasis on amplifying regional voices, including women and youth.