Benjamin Gaudin
Regional Desk Manager @Première Urgence Internationale
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WORK HISTORY
Regional Desk Manager @Première Urgence Internationale
Paris, FR
Covering Afghanistan, DRC, Palestine, Yemen, Myanmar, Colombia Funding from BHA, ECHO, AFD, WHI, WHO, SIDA, PRM, CDCS.o Critical Incident Management (Yemen, Afghanistan, Palestine) • Handling crises and incidents in high-risk environments. • Immediate decision-making, coordination, and response to emergency situations.o Restructuring Mission and Financial Stabilization (Afghanistan) • Organizational and financial overhaul of the Afghanistan mission to ensure sustainability and efficiency.o Security Management • Overseeing the safety and security of staff, assets, and operations in volatile regions.o Defining Emergency Response Strategy (Gaza Strip) • Crafting a targeted response plan to address the urgent humanitarian needs in the Gaza Strip.o Media Interventions • Representing the organization in public or media forums during emergencies or advocacy efforts.o Donor Negotiation and Representation • Building and maintaining relationships with key donors such as ECHO, CDCS, AFD, and others to secure funding and support.o Inter-Departmental Collaboration at HQ • Involvement in cross-functional projects to optimize processes (e.g, HR, organizational shifts).o Strategy Revision • Reviewing and revising the operational and programmatic strategies for multiple countries.o Multi-Year Strategy Development • Participating in long-term strategic planning for the broader organizational structure, aligning missions with future goals.
EDUCATION
IRIS Sup'
Master's degree, humanitarian project/Geopolitics
Université Lumière Lyon 2
Master's degree, Sociology and Anthropology
University of Montpellier
Master's degree, Integreted development
SKILLS
ABOUT BENJAMIN GAUDIN
As a seasoned professional in humanitarian action, I bring nearly 15 years of field experience, having held key geographical management roles with a variety of international NGOs. Over the years, my leadership skills have been consistently recognized, allowing me to effectively manage and oversee complex projects in challenging environments.Known as a pragmatic manager, I have earned the trust of the organizations I work with and the respect of my colleagues. My strong sense of diplomacy has proven to be a critical asset—not only in fostering strategic partnerships with key donors and stakeholders but also in successfully implementing transformative internal projects.
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