Nelson Joaquim Comboio
Office & Administrative Support
Lisbon
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over ten years of experience in operations, logistics, and team and project management. Proven ability to lead high-level missions in collaboration with government bodies, service providers, and key stakeholders, driving impactful results. Skilled in optimizing workflows, problem-solving, and fostering strong professional relationships. Fluent in English and Portuguese.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Operations Officer
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), Peace Process Support
10.2021 - 06.2025
- Worked closely with the Technical Groups of the Government’s Military Junta and RENAMO to support the Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) process. Contributed to policy and SOP development, ensuring compliance with international best practices and operational efficiency. Supported the DDR process for the Peace Agreement by coordinating operational and procurement activities between the government and RENAMO.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Developed procurement strategies and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders.
- Managed electronic bid invitations (RFQs, single quotes), and led bid evaluations to ensure compliance with UN procurement rules.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, supplier performance, and contract compliance.
- Conducted supplier assessments and maintained a procurement tracker.
- Coordinated transport and delivery of DDR kits in remote, hard-to-reach zones using customized logistical plans.
- Ensured compliance in procurement audits with zero major findings.
Sales Manager
Mozambique Managed Offices (MMO)
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Led procurement, client relations, and service delivery for an international co-working and managed office space provider.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Oversaw procurement of services, materials, and logistics in line with company procedures.
- Monitored the annual procurement plan and ensured alignment with operational needs.
- Reduced procurement delays through proactive supplier engagement and internal coordination.
- Managed procurement documentation and closed all procurement processes with complete audit trails.
- Designed service marketing materials that increased client acquisition
Administrative Assistant
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided procurement and operations support for office infrastructure and service delivery.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Maintained procurement compliance and advised colleagues on procurement best practices.
- Managed supplier records and ensured smooth implementation of contracts.
- Introduced real-time inventory labeling, improving asset tracking accuracy.
- Supported procurement for IT, furniture, and facility needs across multiple locations.
Administrative Assistant
Embassy of Switzerland in Mozambique
03.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed procurement, logistics, and administrative services for the Swiss Embassy in Mozambique.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Led procurement of goods and services for operations and high-level events.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, saving the embassy.
- Maintained complete procurement documentation in line with Swiss regulations.
- Coordinated logistics for diplomatic missions, ensuring all requirements were met on time.
Sales agent
EUROPCAR MOZAMBIQUE
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Supported sales and procurement operations for a leading vehicle rental company.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Handled procurement of parts and services, supporting fleet maintenance.
- Improved turnaround time for procurement orders through streamlined vendor communication.
- Coordinated weekly invoice reconciliation, improving financial accuracy.
- Contributed to fleet availability rate ensuring timely procurement of repair services.
Project assistant
ALISEI - Um Teto para Todos Project (Funded Project by Italian Cooperation)
11.2008 - 04.2009
- Managed procurement and logistics for a community development and shelter project.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Procured construction materials, managed supplier payments, and monitored delivery schedules.
- Supported procurement planning and ensured compliance with donor and internal guidelines.
- Coordinated field mission logistics and documented asset handovers in line with project rules.
- Translated procurement-related documents, ensuring bilingual communication across teams.
- Achieved timely delivery of all materials needed for construction of community housing units.
Education
Bachelor’s - political science & international Relations
UnIsced Universidade Aberta Isced
Maputo, Mozambique02.2024
Skills
Project Management Operations Logistics Team Development Operational Efficiency Cross-Cultural Relations
Strong ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
Resource allocation
Office administration
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Certification
Peace Champion - Certificate of Excellence
References
- Mirko, Manzoni, Special Envoy, Mirko.Manzoni@un.org, United Nations
- Claudia, Nalite, Assistant of the Ambassador, claudia.nalite@eda.admin.ch, Swiss Embassy
- Pierre, Strauss, First Secretary, pierre.strauss@eda.admin.ch, Swiss Mission to the European Union
Trainings
- December 2024 to March 2025 - Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning for Development Professionals - Humanitarian Leadership Academy
- July 2016 - Intensive course in English, Wits University School, South Africa.
- February to May 2010 - Intensive Course in General Accounting, TECNICOL, Maputo.
- August to December 2009 - Intensive Course in English, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
Timeline
Peace Champion - Certificate of Excellence
06-2025
Operations Officer
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), Peace Process Support
10.2021 - 06.2025
Sales Manager
Mozambique Managed Offices (MMO)
06.2021 - 09.2021
Administrative Assistant
08.2020 - 05.2021
Administrative Assistant
Embassy of Switzerland in Mozambique
03.2013 - 06.2017
Sales agent
EUROPCAR MOZAMBIQUE
01.2012 - 12.2012
Project assistant
ALISEI - Um Teto para Todos Project (Funded Project by Italian Cooperation)
11.2008 - 04.2009
Bachelor’s - political science & international Relations
UnIsced Universidade Aberta Isced