SILVIA UGGERI
Lonato del Garda
Summary
Humanitarian Aid and Protection Specialist with over 15 years of experience in programme management within conflict-affected regions, focusing on child and civilian protection, as well as international humanitarian and human rights law. Proven ability to lead crisis response efforts, manage significant budgets, and coordinate with UN agencies, NGOs, and both state and non-state stakeholders. Expertise includes policy development, operational risk assessment, and diplomacy. Possesses strong problem-solving, leadership, and networking skills, with studies and experience in counter-terrorism and prevention of violent extremism.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Protection Coordinator, Protection of Family Links / Adviser Foreign Fighters & Families
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Led and coordinated humanitarian protection programs in conflict-affected areas, ensuring compliance with IHL and human rights laws
- Served as the focal point for the foreign fighters’ file, managing cross-agency coordination with UN bodies and NGOs
- Established and maintained relationships with governmental, military, and non-state actors to advocate for civilian protection
- Led family reunification efforts, tracing missing persons, and providing support for unaccompanied and separated children
- Developed policies and operational frameworks for the protection of detainees and vulnerable civilian populations
- Oversaw program management, including project design, budgeting, and impact evaluation
Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Interim Coordinator
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed WPE programs targeting refugee and IDP women and girls, with a focus on GBV prevention and response
- Developed training programs for local and international NGOs on GBV preparedness and ethical data collection
- Led the establishment of a community-based Women and Girls Center in Iraq, delivering gender-sensitive services
- Secured and managed grants, ensuring programmatic and financial compliance
- Acted as a capacity-building focal point for the GBV Working Group in Iraq
Project Manager
INTERSOS
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Designed and implemented protection programs, focusing on GBV, child protection, and humanitarian response
- Led UNICEF-funded Child Protection in Emergencies projects in South Sudan
- Provided case management services for unaccompanied children, including former child soldiers
- Implemented EU- and UNHCR-funded reintegration programs supporting DDR initiatives for former combatants
- Conducted field missions to monitor and document human rights violations
Project Manager
CBO ASPIC
01.2011
Assistant Project Coordinator – Western Africa
Rainbow for Africa Onlus
01.2010
Peacebuilding / HIV Education Internship
Genesis Arts Creations CBO
01.2009
Education
MSc - Crisis and Security Management, Governance of Radicalism, Extremism, and Terrorism
Leiden University
01.2023
MSc - NGO and CBO Management
ASVI, Social Change School
01.2008
BA - Political Science, International Affairs & Human Rights
Padua University
01.2002
Skills
- Programme Management
- Problem-solving
- Data analysis
- Diplomacy and negotiation
- Stakeholders relations
- International Humanitarian and Human Rights law
- Children and Civilians Protection
- Governance of Terrorism and Extremism studies
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Professional Development Training
- International Law in Action: Investigating & Prosecuting International Crimes, Leiden University, 2025
- Program Design for Children Associated with Armed Forces & Armed Groups, The Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action, 2023
- Terrorism & Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory & Practice, Leiden University, 2021
- Child Protection: Children’s Rights in Theory & Practice, HarvardX, 2021
- Terrorism & Counterterrorism, Georgetown University, 2020
- Introduction to International Humanitarian Law, ICRC, 2019
Timeline
Deputy Protection Coordinator, Protection of Family Links / Adviser Foreign Fighters & Families
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
01.2016 - 01.2025
Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Interim Coordinator
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Project Manager
INTERSOS
01.2011 - 01.2014
Project Manager
CBO ASPIC
01.2011
Assistant Project Coordinator – Western Africa
Rainbow for Africa Onlus
01.2010
Peacebuilding / HIV Education Internship
Genesis Arts Creations CBO
01.2009
MSc - NGO and CBO Management
ASVI, Social Change School
BA - Political Science, International Affairs & Human Rights
Padua University
MSc - Crisis and Security Management, Governance of Radicalism, Extremism, and Terrorism
Leiden University
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