JEAN-MARIE STRATIGOS
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EDUCATION
Université de Nanterre Paris X, Paris, France
PhD Candidate in Anthropology. Subject: Culture and Emergency OperationSince 2008
Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Paris France2005 - 2006
DEA in Social Anthropology
Paris VII Sorbonne, Paris, France1996 - 1998
Maîtrise in Social Anthropology.
Institut Supérieur de Gestion, Paris, France1985 - 1988
Ecole de Commerce (Business School Degree)
International Language Institute (ILI), Cairo, Egypt1989
Diploma in Arabic language
EMPLOYMENT RECORD
UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR THECOORDINATION OF HUMANITARIAN
AFFAIRS & UNDP BUREAU FOR CRISIS PREVENTION AND RECOVERY
Antananarivo, MadagascarAugust 2007 to August 2008
Senior Humanitarian Affairs and Early Recovery Officer
Support IASC actors in the coordination of humanitarian and early recovery preparedness and response measures, within the context of humanitarian reform. Facilitate the coordination of IASC humanitarian and early recovery plans, programming and action with those of the government; and support the government in its lead disaster management role. (Work closely with BNGRC and other partners, and regular update to the RC).
This includes:
-Implementation of the cluster approach, including an Early Recovery Network
-Production of a contingency plan within IASC guidelines
-Organize live simulation of cyclone response including key partners
-Advising RC and UNCT on key humanitarian issues: Cyclones, Floods, Food Crisis, Rift Valley Fever
-Production of Flash Appeal and calls for CERF
-Production in collaboration of the World Bank of a Join Loss & Damage and needs assessment (JDLNA) using ECLAC methodology
-Production in collaboration with UNDP of a National Strategy for Early Recovery
-Creation of a Master in Disaster Risk Management with the University of Anatananrivo
UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC (UOP), Stockton, CaliforniaAugust 2005 to May 2007
Visiting Professor at the School of International Studies (SIS)
-Co-teaching United Nations System class
- Co-teaching International Development class
-Teaching Cultural Anthropology class
UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR THECOORDINATION OF HUMANITARIAN
AFFAIRS, Kuajok, South SudanJune 2006 to September 2006
Area Coordinator
-Head of office for the State of Warrap.
-Supervised establishment of new office in Kuajok, the state capital.
-Organized state wide humanitarian assessments.
-Created comprehensive database of humanitarian actors and activity.
-Organized State Planning process, contributing to UN Work Plan.
-Engaged in advocacy for additional funding and more thorough coverage among donors and NGOs.
UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR THECOORDINATION OF HUMANITARIAN
AFFAIRS, Aceh, IndonesiaMay 2005 to August 2005
Humanitarian Affairs Officer
Creation of the Humanitarian Action Forum (HAF) for Aceh province
-Developed mechanisms allowing the identification of the IDP’s settlements and the monitoring of their population and their needs.
-Negotiation and finalisation of the memorandum of understanding with the implementing partner, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
-Launching of the project province wide.
Head of Office - Meulaboh
-Re-organised the OCHA office in Meulaboh covering the south-western part of Aceh province
-Re-vitalised the Sector Working Groups (SWGs) and the inter-Agencies meetings
-Developed sub-district coordination mechanisms
UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR THECOORDINATION OF HUMANITARIAN
AFFAIRS, N’djamena, ChadSept. 2004 to January 2005
Humanitarian Affairs Officer
Prepared Consolidated Appeal (CAP) 2005 for Chad
-Served on team conducting assessment of humanitarian needs in Chad arising from Darfur crisis.
-Contributed to drafting, and was lead editor, of 200-page strategic plan for humanitarian assistance to Sudanese refugees and other affected communities.
-Led series of workshops with NGOs and other aid providers to ensure coordinated humanitarian response.
Advising Humanitarian Coordinator in Chad
-Working to establish ongoing coordination structures for the humanitarian community within Chad and between Darfur and Chad.
-Creating a humanitarian database to support and coordinate humanitarian operations.
-Liasing with UN operations in Sudan in order to adopt common standards and allow comprehensive analysis of the Darfur crisis.
INDEPENDENT RESEARCH, Vientiane, Laos Jan. – Sept. 2003
-Studied traditional Lao medicine under Master Wong, focusing on anatomy, nutrition and therapeutic massage.
-Currently writing book describing and analysing Lao medical philosophy and techniques.
UNITED NATIONS, Gaza City & Ramallah, Palestinian Territories Dec. 2000 to Dec. 2002
Data Base Manager
Office of the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO)
-Worked to ensure standardization of data collected by UNSCO and direct providers of humanitarian assistance (including, UN agencies, NGOs, and Palestinian ministries); liaised with humanitarian partners to secure UNSCO access to relevant data.
-Developed tailor-made information system for tracking and analysing data gathered by UNSCO political and humanitarian units.
-Produced maps for Special Coordinator using geographic information systems (GIS).
Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
-Assessed information needs in order to facilitate effective response to ongoing crisis.
-Reviewed data systems, information sources, and research, and integrated them into a single database.
-Developed analytical tools in order to facilitate emergency planning.
-Selected and trained national staff in order to make the project sustainable.
ORGANISATION FOR SECURITY AND COOPERATION IN EUROPEOct. – Nov. 2000
Electoral Officer
Bosnia
-In charge of the polling stations in the municipality of Zenica
Kosovo
-In charge of the organisation of the Mega Polling Centre of Dragash municipality
U.N. TRANSITIONAL ADMINISTRATION IN EAST TIMOR (UNTAET)December 1999 – June 2000
Humanitarian Affairs Officer
Dili
-Established and implemented data collection and verification methodology ultimately applied in Dili and in local districts.
-Liaised on a regular basis with other international organisations (e.g. Governance and Public Administration, World Bank) with a view toward harmonising databases country-wide.
-Ensured the wide dissemination of data to relevant partners and decision-makers.
Los Palos
-Identified, liaised with, and tracked operations of all NGOs active in the Los Palos area.
-Met with local representatives (including churches, political parties, traditional leaders) to identify community needs.
-Organised regular sectoral meetings among NGOs to facilitate and coordinate their work.
-Served as liaison between Humanitarian Pillar, NGOs, and Timorese community.
-Helped initiate and implement local economic and social initiatives.
U.N. MISSION OF ASSISTANCE IN EAST TIMOR (UNAMET)June 1999 December 19999
Maliana, East Timor
District Electoral Officer (DEO)
-Conducted voter registration.
-Organized and oversaw public information campaign in villages and towns.
-Supervised polling and counting.
-Recruited and trained local staff.
AUGUST JUNG & SOEHNE, Wuppertal, Germany1995 - 1999
Branch Manager for France
-Developed and implemented the French market strategy for one of Europe’s primary producers of packaging for luxury items.
-Conducted market research and analysis, developed and implemented advertising strategy, and managed press relations.
-Implemented and managed operational logistics.
-Increased sales by an average of 30% per year.
SELF ORGANISED PROJECT OF ASSISTANCE TO THE NGOs ON THE 1994 - 1995
THAI-BURMESE BORDER
-Created seven persons team with complementary skills (economist, political scientist, engineer, agricultural engineer).
-Provided technical and analytical services to the NGOs present on-site
-Designed income-generating projects in the fields of economy, nutrition and education.
-Co-ordinated with local authorities
-Compiled report for the local Authorities
PARFUM JEAN MARC SINAN, Paris, France1992 - 1993
Middle East Export Manager
-Managed existing market (Oman Sultanate, Yemen)
-Launched products on new markets (Kuwait, U.A.E.)
-Negotiated agent contracts (Qatar, Lebanon)
AVENTURE EGYPTE (Tour operator) , Cairo, Egypt1989 - 1991
Co- creator – Commercial Manager
-Created the company in joint venture with a local tour operator
-Designed the itinerary, mainly in Sinai Peninsula
-Recruited and trained local staff
-Organised commercial network in France
S.E.TE.C. (Hospital construction and equipment) – Cairo – Egypt1988 - 1989
Co-operant for the French Government
A)International bid in Middle East for hospital building
-Managed bid selection process
-Designed S.E.T.E.C. answer to the bid in close co-operation with the technical department
B)Supervised the work site in Egypt
-Managed local staff
-Co-operated closely with site director and architect
PERSONAL DATA
French citizen.
Birthdate: December 16, 1963
Languages:
-French :Mother tongue
-English:Fluent
-German:Working level
-Arabic :Good knowledge
ACTIVITIES
Sports : Equestrian, Fencing, Rugby, Running (100m)
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