Andreu Maldonado Segler
BROOKLYN,NY
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Médecins Sans Frontières, excelling in financial management and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing governance frameworks and driving organizational change. Adept at stakeholder engagement and fostering teamwork, I effectively navigated complex operational challenges, ensuring compliance and accountability across diverse international projects.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy to the Secretary General
Médecins Sans Frontières International
11.2020 - Current
- As Deputy to the International Secretary General (Deputy SG), I manage – as delegated by the Secretary General – the coordinators of all MSF support coordination platforms: Finance, Human Resources, Fundraising, Logistics, Supply, and Information Systems.
- I report to the Secretary General and I am a member of MSFs Executive Committee (the international executive leadership platform of the MSF Movement) and the International Office Management Team (IO MT)
- The purpose of the position is to support the Secretary-General through:
- Leading the definition of strategy, governance, and accountability processes for the main operational support areas (Finance and Fundraising, with over EUR 2,500,000 in revenue), HR (overseeing a global workforce of over 65,000 staff), Logistics, Supply (with over EUR 180M of covered procurement spent), and Information Systems.
- Oversee and support the production of MSF’s International Combined Accounts (ICA) and the preparation of the biannual Financial Review processes, in close collaboration with the International Board’s Finance Committee.
- Accountability for the execution of the International Multiyear Plan (IMP), as per the delegation of the Secretary General.
- Advise the Secretary General and the International Board President in topics pertaining to all operational support areas
- Establish a calendar of engagement based on priority setting between support platforms, mainly the Executive Committee, the Operation Directors platform, and other platforms when required.
- Reinforcing exchanges and communication, cooperation, and learning between coordinators in the construction of common international projects, frameworks, and agreements.
- Improving the governance of international projects.
- As Deputy SG, I am the focal point for institutional risk management, tax, and compliance, and I am a member of the Insurance Steering Committee, the Personal Data and Privacy Steering Committee, as well as various Large Project Steering Committees.
- The Deputy SG assumes the responsibilities of the International Secretary General in his absence.
Director of Internal Operations
Medecins Sans Frontieres USA
04.2014 - 10.2020
- As the Director of Internal Operations, I played a critical role within MSF-USA
- Reporting to the Executive Director and on the Management Team (MT), I was responsible, in close collaboration with the Directors of the respective areas, for the development of MSF USA’s Financial (over $550M in revenue), Information Systems, Domestic HR management strategy and drive the development of the MSF USA’s strategic goals
- In addition to the strategic components, I was charged with developing and implementing governance, policies and procedures for Internal Controls & Risks and general Operational Elements and Office Services, ensuring the smooth functioning of the MSF USA’s office, as well as adherence to best practices for project and change management
- As Deputy Executive Director, I assumed the responsibilities of the ED in her absence
- In close collaboration with the Board and the Executive Director, I led the development of the MSF USA 2017 – 2021 Strategic Plan and the Annual Planning Cycle and Management dashboard, in alignment with the Strategic Plan
- I co-led the implementation of MSF USA’s digital transformation (CRM / Marketing Cloud, Finance ERP and HR Information Systems)
Director of Finance
Médicos sin Fronteras (MSF-E)
Barcelona, Spain
02.2009 - 01.2014
- As a Director of Finance, I had the mission to protect the assets of Médicos Sin Fronteras España / OCBA and define, update and direct the financial policy of the Organization, with the aim of ensuring the availability of resources and the proper accountability mechanisms
- Reported directly to the Executive Director, in close contact and coordination with the remaining members of the Management Team, the Director of Operations and the Board of Directors of MSF Spain / OCBA
- I was responsible for the coordination and management of all accounting, budgeting (2013 annual operational budget was 115 Million Euros), treasury and financial control and analysis matters of the Association
- As a member of the Management Team, contributed to, participated in and implemented two OCBA strategic plans, in all financial related aspects
- As a member of the International Finance Director Platform, was instrumental in defining an MSF wide financial agreement and oversaw its implementation
- I led the review, definition and roll out of the new Field Chart of Accounts and actively contributed to the roll out of the International Risk assessment
- During my tenure, I was appointed Director of Resources of MSF Greece (2010-2012), where I oversaw the Finance and Fundraising Departments, accompanying the Greek section navigate the effects of the Greek financial crisis, including a reduction of 20% of section costs and FTEs
- I managed a department of 14 people, with the support of two Heads of Unit
Desk Finance & Administration Manager
Medecins sans Frontieres / Doctors w/o Borders
New York City, USA
03.2006 - 02.2009
- As Desk Finance & Administration Manager, I provided financial and accounting expertise, support and supervision to the desk and the field missions under the responsibility of the desk
- I was responsible for the development and implementation of financial and administrative control for funding, assets, purchasing, contractual agreements for programs which are under the responsibility of the desk, and acted as the primary interlocutor with the institutional donors at the headquarter level
- I was the primary point-of-contact for the Administrators and Financial Controllers in the field
Economic Director – General Manager
Instituto Oncológico Baselga
Barcelona, Spain
10.2004 - 01.2006
- Company Overview: Instituto Oncológico Baselga (IOB) is a medical professional firm, specialised in Medical Oncology, working in the premises of Centro Médico Teknon (yearly turn over 1M €)
- Responsibilities include general management of the firm, establishing relations with medical insurance companies, defining operational and financial circuits, liaison with Centro Médico Teknon for administrative and nursing support
- Other responsibilities include definition of HR policy for medical staff (career plans, remuneration package for 15 medical doctors), definition of new services and patient targets as well as developing the firm’s strategic and operational plans
- Reporting to the firm’s Board of Directors
- Instituto Oncológico Baselga (IOB) is a medical professional firm, specialised in Medical Oncology, working in the premises of Centro Médico Teknon (yearly turn over 1M €)
Financial Director
Telegiros, SA.
Sant Cugat, Spain
01.2003 - 09.2004
- Company Overview: Telegiros, SA is a financial services company, specialised in international money orders, focusing in low income countries (yearly turn over 90M €)
- Devised and implemented operations, banking and foreign exchange strategies and managed cash-flow
- Responsible for Human Resources management, leading Accountancy dept (5 people), IT (5 people) and Legal dept (2 people)
- Spearheaded restructuring of new ERP
- Member of the Management Team, reported to the General Director
- Telegiros, SA is a financial services company, specialised in international money orders, focusing in low income countries (yearly turn over 90M €)
Finance Director
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
Barcelona, Spain
07.2000 - 02.2002
- Responsible for entire budget (28M €) and financial control of the association, as well as for support services
- Guaranteed the financial transparency of the organization, the funding policy and ensured an efficient allocation and integration of resources
- Member of the Management Team, reported to the General Director
- Managed a team of 14 people in three different areas (field finance, accountancy and general management & IT)
Field Financial Controller
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
Barcelona, Spain
09.1998 - 06.2000
- Responsible for the financial control of MSF field operations, as well as for the budgeting, follow-up and reporting processes
- Responsible for institutional fundraising and Donor Agency relations (European Union, DFID, USAID, etc.)
Financial Controller
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
Nairobi, Kenya
10.1994 - 12.1997
- Responsible for institutional contacts with international organizations (UN, UE), aid agencies and other institutions, supporting the MSF-E Somalia operations
- Responsible for the financial & administrative management of the MSF -E projects
Education
Modelling Cost-Effectiveness in Healthcare -
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
UK01.2023
Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership - Persuasive Communication: Narrative, Evidence, and Impact Program, Performance Measurement for Effective Management of Nonprofit Organizations Program, Mobilizing Your Nonprofit Board Program
John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University
Cambridge, MA01.2021
Postgraduate certificate in Arts Management - Gestión de Instituciones, Empresas y Plataformas culturales
Universitat Pompeu Fabra – IDEC
Barcelona, Spain01.2010
Diploma in Knowledge Management -
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
Barcelona, Spain01.2010
Diploma - Non-for-Profit Organizations Management
Escuela Superior de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (ESADE)
Barcelona, Spain01.2001
Degree in Business Administration and MBA -
Escuela Superior de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (ESADE)
Barcelona, Spain01.1993
Master CEMS -
Universität zu Köln
Cologne, Germany01.1993
Skills
- Flexible Problem Solving
- Financial management
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
- Good Communicator
- Project Development and Management
- Teamwork
- Governance frameworks
- Team leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Change management
- Collaboration skills
- Decision making
- Institutional compliance
- Analytical thinking
- Performance monitoring
Languages
- Spanish, native
- English, fluent
- French, fluent
- German, conversational
- Portuguese, conversational
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
German
Professional
Timeline
Deputy to the Secretary General
Médecins Sans Frontières International
11.2020 - Current
Director of Internal Operations
Medecins Sans Frontieres USA
04.2014 - 10.2020
Director of Finance
Médicos sin Fronteras (MSF-E)
02.2009 - 01.2014
Desk Finance & Administration Manager
Medecins sans Frontieres / Doctors w/o Borders
03.2006 - 02.2009
Economic Director – General Manager
Instituto Oncológico Baselga
10.2004 - 01.2006
Financial Director
Telegiros, SA.
01.2003 - 09.2004
Finance Director
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
07.2000 - 02.2002
Field Financial Controller
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
09.1998 - 06.2000
Financial Controller
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-E)
10.1994 - 12.1997
Modelling Cost-Effectiveness in Healthcare -
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership - Persuasive Communication: Narrative, Evidence, and Impact Program, Performance Measurement for Effective Management of Nonprofit Organizations Program, Mobilizing Your Nonprofit Board Program
John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University
Postgraduate certificate in Arts Management - Gestión de Instituciones, Empresas y Plataformas culturales
Universitat Pompeu Fabra – IDEC
Diploma in Knowledge Management -
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
Diploma - Non-for-Profit Organizations Management
Escuela Superior de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (ESADE)
Degree in Business Administration and MBA -
Escuela Superior de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (ESADE)
Master CEMS -
Universität zu Köln