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Luisa Maria Santana

Orlando,FL

Summary

Professional with experience in the Public Sector and Third Sector; characterized by her high level of commitment, organization and results orientation; convinced of the impact generated by both small actions and large programs and projects; passionate about each new learning and challenge that contributes to development and my personal and professional growth; and with skills in:

- Formulation and monitoring of the execution of investment projects
- Formulation of strategic lines, programs and projects in development organizations
- Execution and monitoring of institutional strengthening projects in matters of transparency and the fight against corruption developed with international organizations in the implementation of good practices of open government

- Management, monitoring and reporting of progress of public policy products
- Management of cooperation resources for development organizations
- Relationship skills with public entities and international organizations
- Organization of events with international strategic allies and city networks


Adept at stakeholder engagement and budget administration, I leveraged these skills at the General Secretariat- Mayor's Office of Bogota to support the SARLAFT strategy, benefiting over 2000 officials. My adaptability and detail-oriented approach have been pivotal in enhancing compliance and reporting mechanisms, achieving significant milestones in public management and international cooperation.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

General Secretariat- Mayor's Office of Bogota

Contractor
10.2022 - 12.2024

Job overview

• Attention and service to the value and interest groups of the General Secretariat (clients) understood as officials or contractors of the District entities in information and training requirements for strengthening the adoption and adaptation process of the AML/CFT system. More than 200 spaces developed, 64 entities and 2000 officials and collaborators attended
• Support the planning, implementation and monitoring of the strategy of adoption and adaptation of the Risk Management System for Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism (SARLAFT) in the entities of the District
• Support the generation of reports associated with the goals and products of the District Directorate of Institutional Development within the framework of the investment project and compliance policies
• Generate spaces of articulation with strategic allies of the district such as the office of the United Nations, the Presidency of the Republic, the Financial Information Unit among others, to strengthen the adaptation of a system that manages these risks usually typical of the private sector in the public sector
•Support in the creation and strengthening of the District Network of Compliance Officers with the planning, coordination and development of ordinary sessions, management and monitoring of commitments and systematization of information recorded in minutes
• Planning, coordination and development of spaces for visibility of the strategy such as the Commemoration of the District Day for the Prevention of Money Laundering
• Support for the generation of a virtual course on measures and tools for the prevention of money laundering in district public entities with UNODC
• Timely and effective preparation of information reports and progress reports on the product and execution of budgetary resources for public policy and the product of public investment projects in the different required periodicities
• Systematization of information on the characterization of the compliance officers of the entities and on the progress and maturity status of the adaptation of AML/CFT measures


Colombian Association of State Protection Graduate

Volunteer
04.2022 - 10.2022

Job overview

• Organizational strengthening process through the implementation of the Project Formulation Route with the INNPACTIA organization


• Project formulation for capacity building and support for the transition to adult and independent life for young people, men and women in the state protection system of the city of Cali, Colombia


• Gathering and systematizing information for the formulation of the strategic lines of the organization


• Formulation of projects associated with the strategic lines of the organization


• Management of calls for the attainment of international cooperation resources

General Secretariat- Mayor's Office of Bogota

Contractor
02.2020 - 07.2022

Job overview

• Provide professional services to support the management of the Undersecretariat and its departments in matters of international management, strategic issues of District public management and administrative matters of the Undersecretariat.


• Formulation of the investment project “Institutional development for efficient public management” of the Undersecretariat of Institutional Strengthening and its departments of international relations; institutional development; and archive with a programmed budget of 41.115 million pesos (10 million dollars)


• Support in the implementation of the management strategy, project management and monitoring of the District Development Plan


• Support the development of tools, presentations and required documents that account for the progress of the established goals, indicating in a timely manner the early warnings for the fulfillment of the goals


• Management of the District's links to international organizations that promote transparency and social control as anti-corruption mechanisms for the efficient use of public resources, such as CoST (Construction Sector Transparency) and GIFT (Global Initiative for Fiscal Transparency)


• Support the articulation of the visibility of institutional management, achievements, programs and/or projects of the district entities during visits to the city by allies relevant to the District


• Support in the planning, management and development of international events in which the public administration of Bogota was a host as a member of city networks - Ibero-American Center for Strategic Urban Development - CIDEU and the World Association of Large Metropolises - Metropolis

Institute for the Protection of Children and Youth

Contractor
02.2019 - 12.2019

Job overview

• Support to the Planning Advisory Office in the implementation of the Integrated Planning and Management Model


• Training in MIPG and Transparency


• Formulation and implementation of the “CoLaboratory” Project on citizen participation as a restorative practice

Bolivar Insurance Company

Salesperson
02.2016 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • External commercial advisor in the sale of life and home insurance for individuals and businesses in the company
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.

Education

BSG Institute
Bogota Colombia

No Degree from Preparation For The PMP-PMI Exam
11-2024

Universidad Javeriana
Bogota, Colombia

Certificate from Project Management
08-2021

Universidad Externado De Colombia
Bogota, Colombia

Specialist from International Cooperation And Project Management
02-2021

Universidad De La Salle
Bogota, Colombia

Bachelor of Science from Economics
12-2019

University Overview

  • Thesis: Deindustrialization as a Structural Change in Colombia 1991-2016 graded 100%

Skills

  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Schedule management
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Project scope assessment
  • Budget administration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Contractor

General Secretariat- Mayor's Office of Bogota
10.2022 - 12.2024

Volunteer

Colombian Association of State Protection Graduate
04.2022 - 10.2022

Contractor

General Secretariat- Mayor's Office of Bogota
02.2020 - 07.2022

Contractor

Institute for the Protection of Children and Youth
02.2019 - 12.2019

Salesperson

Bolivar Insurance Company
02.2016 - 08.2016

BSG Institute

No Degree from Preparation For The PMP-PMI Exam

Universidad Javeriana

Certificate from Project Management

Universidad Externado De Colombia

Specialist from International Cooperation And Project Management

Universidad De La Salle

Bachelor of Science from Economics
Luisa Maria Santana