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Chief of Staff
Company NameSecretary-General's High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda
Dates EmployedSep 2012 – Sep 2013
Employment Duration1 yr 1 mo
LocationNew York, NY
Principal advisor to the Lead Author/Executive Secretary of 27-member Panel of Eminent Persons to advise the United Nations Secretary-General on the future of development.
Facilitated negotiations among panel members and teams, including the Presidents of Indonesia and Liberia and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Tracked domestic and international political contexts to identify opportunities for and challenges to cooperation in areas relevant to the Panel's work.
Recruited and managed a diverse international team of twelve research, communications and operations professionals. Managed high-stakes outcomes, meeting critical deadlines including the publication and launch of the Panel's report.
Drafted key documents for Panel discussion and substantial parts of the final report. Developed and maintained relationships with Panel members and teams, government representatives, civil society organizations, thought leaders, researchers and stakeholders around the world. Designed and supported the strategic communications plan, including outlining strategic objectives, approach and political considerations, and identified channels of engagement. Briefed diverse audiences on Panel's work and final report, including UN agencies, governments, civil society groups, academics and business representatives. See less |