Michele Ghelli
Senior Consultant - Housing, Urban Recovery & Displacement Contexts @Indipendent Consultant
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Consultant - Housing, Urban Recovery & Displacement Contexts @Indipendent Consultant
Providing strategic and technical advisory services on housing, settlements, and urban recovery in fragile, conflict-affected and displacement contexts, with a focus on the Middle East and Africa.Supporting programme design, development and strategic positioning of recovery and durable solutions portfolios of interventions related to recovery, stabilization and durable solutions, including housing rehabilitation, settlement upgrading and infrastructure restoration. Engaging with UN agencies, international organizations and partners on strategic planning, concept development and operational frameworks.Drawing on over 25 years of international experience with UNHCR and partners, advising on integrated, area-based approaches linking displacement dynamics with urban systems, municipal capacities and community-based processes. Contributing to analytical work, technical guidance and knowledge products to support evidence-based programming and institutional engagement.
EDUCATION
Università degli Studi di Firenze
Architecture/Urban Planning
Università Iuav di Venezia
Master, Urban Development & Reconstruction in developing countries
Università degli Studi di Firenze
Master of Arts - MA, Architecture
SKILLS
ABOUT MICHELE GHELLI
Urban Development and Housing Specialist holding a Master’s degree in urban studies and a University degree in Architecture / Urban planning with 25+ years of experience delivering complex programs in international development and humanitarian contexts. My expertise spans project and program management, social housing, urban resilience, and innovative energy solutions. I have successfully led large-scale reconstruction and upgrading initiatives, coordinated multi-stakeholder partnerships, and introduced sustainable approaches in challenging environments. Passionate about creating inclusive, resilient cities and empowering communities through durable housing and infrastructure solutions.
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