Sofia Saraiva
Quelimane
Summary
Experienced in project cycle management for NGO’s development projects focused on sustainable agriculture, natural resources management and community-based DRR mechanisms, with a solid understanding of international development goals. Ability to lead teams fostering a collaborative environments to achieve program objectives efficiently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Country Representative and Project Manager
CELIM (NGO)
05.2023 - Current
- Represent CELIM in relations with institutions, stakeholders, partners and funders; Establish new partnerhips and elaborate project proposals in alignment with the NGO's strategy to secure new funding; Manage relations between CELIM Mozambique and CELIM HQ in Italy; Coordinate the organization administrative, logistics, and technical department in Mozambique; Lead the implementation of the EU co-financed project "Juventude Resiliente para um Futuro Sustentável" and ensure the regular monitoring of indicators as well as periodic reporting
- Project Main goals: improve the technical competences of students attending secondary schools in beekeeping and fish farming; promotion of beekeeping and fish farming as income-generating activities in rural areas; strengthening of community-level DRR practices; strengthening of community management of natural resource conservation; Managed resources to ensure optimal allocation of funds for program activities.
Project Manager
CELIM
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Lead the implementation of the "Miele, Pesca e Nutrizione" project funded by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers
- Project Main goals: improve knowledge and awareness of the importance of a diversified diet; increase quality honey production; enhance sustainable river fishing; Managed accounting, administration, and relationships with local partners and authorities
- Supervised project staff and ensured objectives and timelines were met; Ensured the monitoring of indicators and elaborated periodic reports.
Internation Tenders, Contracts & Proposals Officer
CESI S.P.A.
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Analyzed tenders and prepared bids, expressions of interest, and tender documentation; Managed administrative tasks and communication with partners and clients; Ensured compliance with internal rules and company policies in tenders and contracts.
External Consultant in Project Design
CELIM
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Collected and analyzed data from government reports, sectoral documents from international organizations and stakeholder interviews; Guided on-site officers to provide specific information and develop a proposal aligned with the identified needs; Ensured alignment with the NGO's priorities, tender requirements, and compliance with international development goals; Supported the comprehensive writing of the project proposal.
Civil Service Program
CELIM
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted with administrative and logistics tasks; Supported the organization of environmental awareness campaigns and training activities in the field; Elaborated and translated monthly reports.
Internship in Development Projects Design
CELIM
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported data collection and project proposal drafting for Italian and international donors; Translated project proposals (Italian-English; Italian-Portuguese) and assisted in finding new funding opportunities.
Asylum Seekers Reception Center Operator
AREA SOLIDALE ONLUS
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Taught Italian and literacy classes to minors and adults, enhancing their language skills and facilitating their integration into the community; Facilitated access to health and legal services by coordinating appointments and assisting with paperwork; Acted as a mediator between asylum seekers and local institutions; Provided support in the preparation of CVs and professional orientation to improve employment prospects.
Education
Master's Degree in International Cooperation : Project Cycle Management -
ISPI-Italian Institute For International Politics
Bachelor in Linguistics & International Relations : English, French, International Relations. -
Catholic University of Milan
Macroeconomics, Political Economy, French. -
Université Rennes 2 Haute Bretagne (Erasmus+)
Rennes, FranceHigh school diploma in foreign languages (English, Spanish, German) -
Liceo Maffeo Vegio
Lodi, ItalySkills
- Project Cycle Management
- Monitoring and reporting
- Cross-cultural and multilingual communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/16/94
- Nationality: Italian and Portuguese
- Driving License: B
Languages
Italian, Portuguese
Native language
ENGLISH
Advanced
C1
FRENCH
Advanced
C1
SPANISH
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Country Representative and Project Manager
CELIM (NGO)
05.2023 - Current
Project Manager
CELIM
06.2022 - 06.2023
Internation Tenders, Contracts & Proposals Officer
CESI S.P.A.
07.2020 - 03.2022
External Consultant in Project Design
CELIM
03.2020 - 05.2020
Civil Service Program
CELIM
02.2019 - 02.2020
Internship in Development Projects Design
CELIM
09.2018 - 01.2019
Asylum Seekers Reception Center Operator
AREA SOLIDALE ONLUS
01.2017 - 11.2017
Master's Degree in International Cooperation : Project Cycle Management -
ISPI-Italian Institute For International Politics
Bachelor in Linguistics & International Relations : English, French, International Relations. -
Catholic University of Milan
Macroeconomics, Political Economy, French. -
Université Rennes 2 Haute Bretagne (Erasmus+)
High school diploma in foreign languages (English, Spanish, German) -
Liceo Maffeo Vegio
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