Ana Maria Manuela Mot
Washington,D.C.
Summary
17+ years of experience in public & private sector. 10+ years of experience in international development (World Bank) with policy expertise in public sector management/governance, energy, climate, transport, and social development. Designing and implementing sustainable interventions and policies in countries from ECA, MENA, LAC, SAR, EAP, and AFE regions. Experience in fragile/conflict environment. Lead/co-author for World Bank reports with policy recommendations addressing cross-sector issues in low-, middle-, and upper middle-income economies. Project design, implementation & delivery. Excellent analytical & writing skills, and great understanding of regional politics, economics, and social environment. Works independently and coordinates activities/teams. Outstanding communications & presentation skills. Client management and business development acumen.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Expert Public Sector Management /Governance/ Transport
World Bank Group /IBRD
01.2013 - Current
- Designing/preparing/implementing operations (Investment Project Financing, Development Policy Lending) and technical assistance.
- Lead writer & integrator of WB reports & documents – coordinated/ drafted preparation of dozens of reports with cross-sector policy recommendations - policy & analytical papers, studies, project documents - e.g., project concept note, aid memoire, management letter, decision note, project appraisal documents, implementation completion and results reports.
- Day-to-day support for operations – assisting implementation of US$500 million transport (roads) projects in East Africa.
- Developed capacity of client countries for national/regional/local governments and institutions through technical assistance (TA) and analytical work to address sector issues in governance, transport, energy, climate, fiscal, urban.
- Implemented dozens of advisory services and TAs to build capacity of client countries in different sectors – e.g., fiscal reforms; performance-based budgeting; regulatory issues; monitoring absorption of EUR 30 billion in EU funds for post-COVID recovery; sector strategies (housing, energy/climate); institutional strategic planning; strategic management.
- Developed policy recommendations based on cross-sector data, research, best practices, client & beneficiary engagement.
- Developed sustainable policies to improve sector performance and planning capacity to trigger sector reforms - e.g., enhance service delivery, strengthen municipal strategy design & planning (city development plans).
- Developed energy efficiency studies for 15 cities to reduce energy consumption and prompt energy-related investments.
- Country program/sector/project evaluations assessing impact of WBG interventions in client countries (IEG evaluations).
- Developed knowledge management & communications products; exchange programs to enhance knowledge sharing and cooperation among sector practitioners.
- Developed technical workshops, trainings, disseminating policy recommendations and improving capacity by introducing new approaches/ methodologies
- Client engagement – governments/ ministries, government agencies, municipalities, utilities, private sector entities.
- Frequent travel to client countries for project implementation support missions and client & stakeholder engagement.
- Experience with Trust Funds.
- Experience in fragility/conflict environment.
- Regions: ECA, AFE, LAC, MENA, SAR, EAP. Countries: Bulgaria, Moldova, Romania, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Egypt, Jordan, Niger, Mozambique, Philippines, Korea, India, Bangladesh, Mexico, Colombia.
Consultant on Middle East Issues
Turkish Coalition of America
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Drafted policy notes on Turkish-Israeli political & socio-economic issues.
- Monitored and prepared weekly analysis on key political, economic, and social developments in Middle East.
Consultant for USAID Projects
Freedom House
07.2010 - 09.2010
- Researched and identified partners for USAID projects to improve human rights in Central Asia.
- Prepared briefs and ensured daily media monitoring of political, social, and human rights issues.
Consultant for USAID projects
Partners for Democratic Change
05.2010 - 07.2010
- Drafted USAID proposal addressing Roma conditions in Eastern Europe and gender issues in post-conflict in Africa.
Executive Director
Romanian Institute for Strategic Studies
07.2007 - 08.2009
- Managed daily activity and coordinated drafting of reports with policy recommendations in energy, transport, security.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Drafted, negotiated, and implemented contracts with public and private sector entities.
- Managed 5 staff. Recruited and hired staff & technical experts.
Client Relationship Manager
RomCapital Invest (management Consulting Group)
02.2006 - 08.2009
- Managed large accounts for corporate clients in energy, transport infrastructure, and defense.
- Liaised with government/Parliament & private entities; managed relationships with public & private stakeholders.
- Portfolio & contract management; identified subcontractors & experts; drafted sector business development action plans.
- Developed sector reports and political & economic analyses prompting strategic actions from client companies.
- Risk monitoring and assessment.
- Assessed client needs and developed plans to adequately address current and future objectives.
- Drafted syntheses & quarterly reports for top management & clients.
- Managed 5 staff.
Communications Advisor
Ministry of European Integration
02.2005 - 02.2006
- Developed & managed a national campaign on gender part of Romania’s upcoming EU membership on promoting women’s rights
- Set up partnerships with public and private stakeholders & media; coordinated media relations
- Managing Editor for th Ministry’s weekly newsletter distributed to 600 media outlets, public entities, diplomatic missions
- Drafted briefs for the Minister on EU issues and talking points for media interviews; organized media events
- Developed knowledge and communication events & materials on EU policies in energy, trade, education & gender
- Organized press conferences and media & public events; drafted press releases.
Reporter (News Department)
National TV
08.2004 - 02.2005
- Correspondent to Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of European Integration – reported on final stages of Romania’s negotiations for EU membership.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
Reporter
Romanian Public Television (TVR) - New Department
06.2001 - 08.2002
- Correspondent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of European Integration – covered Romania’s negotiations for EU & NATO membership; reported on national & international events
- Special correspondent for Romania’s 2001 Chairmanship of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
Political Reporter
Jurnal Bihorean (Daily Newspaper)
11.1997 - 11.2000
- Wrote news reports on local politics, public administration; covered Romania’s 2000 presidential & legislative elections.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
Education
Master of Arts - Russian And East European Studies
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Rotary Peace Fellow 2009
Master of Arts -
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi, India2004
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Oradea
Oradea, Romania2000
Skills
- Project Design and Implementation
- Cross-sector policy recommendations
- Reports Writing & Integration
- Written Communication
- Client/Stakeholder Engagement
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Expert Public Sector Management /Governance/ Transport
World Bank Group /IBRD
01.2013 - Current
Consultant on Middle East Issues
Turkish Coalition of America
11.2011 - 08.2012
Consultant for USAID Projects
Freedom House
07.2010 - 09.2010
Consultant for USAID projects
Partners for Democratic Change
05.2010 - 07.2010
Executive Director
Romanian Institute for Strategic Studies
07.2007 - 08.2009
Client Relationship Manager
RomCapital Invest (management Consulting Group)
02.2006 - 08.2009
Communications Advisor
Ministry of European Integration
02.2005 - 02.2006
Reporter (News Department)
National TV
08.2004 - 02.2005
Reporter
Romanian Public Television (TVR) - New Department
06.2001 - 08.2002
Political Reporter
Jurnal Bihorean (Daily Newspaper)
11.1997 - 11.2000
Master of Arts - Russian And East European Studies
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Master of Arts -
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Oradea
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