Stephanie Ávalos
Washington D.C.,United States
Summary
Experienced executive in international government affairs and policy advocacy, adept at navigating complex regulatory frameworks and driving organizational success through innovative solutions.
With a career spanning the public, private, and NGO sectors, demonstrating a strong commitment to policy development and advocacy.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, proficient in French, which enables effective leadership of multilingual teams and bridging cultural environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Government Affairs Manager LATAM
Roche Pharmaceuticals Division
06.2023 - Current
- Galvanized a regional policy network involving eight company affiliates and over thirty countries, and spearheaded a comprehensive Health Policy agenda to support Latin American affiliates in advancing regional policy priorities through diverse engagement forums.
Policy and Advocacy Partner
Roche Pharmaceuticals Division
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Spearheaded a legislative multi sector declaration aiming to reduce breast cancer mortality by 25% by 2025, demonstrating impact on public health policy.
Guest Lecturer
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador (UIDE)
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed and taught the International Environmental Policy course for two cohorts within the International Relations program.
Chief Projects Officer
Ichthion Limited
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Directed a groundbreaking project on solid waste intervention in the Portoviejo River, managing aa one million dollar grant from the Benioff Ocean Initiative.
Climate Finance Consultant
CEA, SURECO, IICA and EFIWIK
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed three projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Led a multidisciplinary team in developing a medium and long-term strategy for IICA under the Green Climate Fund (GCF) framework, focusing on building climate-resilient agricultural sectors in the Americas.
- Led SURECO's expert team responsible for compiling the award shortlist for the Green Climate Awards of the GCF, covering all categories globally.
- Advised EFIWIK's team in crafting a Concept Note for the GCF on a sustainable housing project targeting Central America.
- Managed an expert team that provided technical assistance to the Government Council of Galapagos in developing methodologies and tools to restructure the entrance fees for the National Park, a UNESCO natural heritage site.
Undersecretary of Climate Change
Ministry of Environment, Ecuador
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Led the development of Ecuador's first Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, positioning Ecuador as a proactive player in international climate negotiations.
National Director of Adaptation to Climate Change
Ministry of Environment, Ecuador
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Supervised drafting of the policy project proposal and secured funding for the development of Ecuador's National Adaptation Plan.
Chair, Overseas Voting Board
National Electoral Council
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Led the Overseas Special Board members in various tasks related to overseas voting during the 2017 General Elections.
Independent Consultant
UNDP
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Developed and implemented a post-earthquake productive reactivation strategy under the Small Grants Programme (GEF-UNDP) contract.
Chief of Staff to the Minister
Ministry of Labor
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Advocated for the executive branch's interests before the legislative specialized committee working on the Labor Code reforms in the National Assembly (congress).
Junior Advisor to the President
National Electoral Council
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Conducted data processing and analysis for the updated National Electoral Geography project.
Education
MA in International Relations - International Relations And Affairs
Instituto De Altos Estudios Nacionales (IAEN), Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador01.2018
Diploma in International Electoral Observation -
Universidad Del País Vasco, Spain
Bilbao, Spain01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX01.2011
Study Abroad Program -
Syracuse University (Strasbourg Center), France
Alsace, France05.2010
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Thought leadership
- Climate Finance
- Multilingual Communication
- Policy analysis
- Coalition building
- Political strategy
- Legislative Advocacy
- Government relations
- Public policy development
- Proposal Writing
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Professional Courses
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Professional Education Applied Data Science Program, 03/01/24, 06/30/24
- Harvard Medical School Corporate Learning, Leadership in Digital Transformation in Healthcare, 2022
- Fundación PAC, Negotiation and Effective Communication, 2020
- Fundación Bariloche, Argentina, Implementing the LEAP Model for Energy Policy Analysis and Planning, including National NDCs, 2019
- Korean Institute of Civic Education, Seoul- South Korea, Electoral Management Course, 2014
- University of Houston, Mastering the Art of Project Management, 2014
Publications
- Global Adaptation Goal and Climate Governance in Latin America, 2022, http://scielo.senescyt.gob.ec/scielo.php?pid=S2477-92452023000100061&script=sci_arttext, 1390-8081
- Applied Research on Climate Change Management in the Cities of Ecuador, 978-9978-67-530-4 (pdf)
- The quest for power-sharing in post-colonial Ecuador, 2010-2011, https://www.kent.edu/sites/default/files/file/14StephanieAvalos.pdf, 798723962
References
Recommendations and certificates available upon request.
Timeline
Government Affairs Manager LATAM
Roche Pharmaceuticals Division
06.2023 - Current
Policy and Advocacy Partner
Roche Pharmaceuticals Division
06.2021 - 05.2023
Guest Lecturer
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador (UIDE)
02.2021 - 12.2021
Chief Projects Officer
Ichthion Limited
12.2019 - 05.2021
Climate Finance Consultant
CEA, SURECO, IICA and EFIWIK
10.2019 - 03.2020
Undersecretary of Climate Change
Ministry of Environment, Ecuador
11.2018 - 09.2019
National Director of Adaptation to Climate Change
Ministry of Environment, Ecuador
03.2018 - 11.2018
Chair, Overseas Voting Board
National Electoral Council
10.2016 - 09.2017
Independent Consultant
UNDP
01.2016 - 07.2016
Chief of Staff to the Minister
Ministry of Labor
06.2015 - 12.2015
Junior Advisor to the President
National Electoral Council
06.2012 - 01.2015
MA in International Relations - International Relations And Affairs
Instituto De Altos Estudios Nacionales (IAEN), Ecuador
Diploma in International Electoral Observation -
Universidad Del País Vasco, Spain
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Trinity University
Study Abroad Program -
Syracuse University (Strasbourg Center), France
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