Laura Figón

Berlin, Germany
Open to relocate for job

With over 10 years of experience driving social impact through project management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and sustainable development, I am passionate about creating inclusive, equitable, and sustainable systems that empower communities and drive systemic change. My work spans Latin America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, collaborating with organizations like the United Nations, Cambridge University, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver impactful results.I specialize in:💠 Program & Project Management: Leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.💠 Stakeholder Engagement: Building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive collective impact.💠 Training & Learning Management: Designing and delivering engaging workshops and training programs that build capacity and drive behavior change.💠 Digital Marketing & Communications: Crafting compelling narratives and developing strategies that drive engagement and impact.💠 DEI & Sustainability: Advising organizations on inclusive practices and leading initiatives in climate finance, impact investment, and gender lens investing.My academic background includes a Master’s in International and Development Economics from HTW Berlin and a Bachelor’s in International Business from Tecnológico de Monterrey, complemented by certifications in Scrum Fundamentals and Digital Education. Fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of German and French, I thrive in multicultural environments and bring a global perspective to every project.Recognized by the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a leading expert in gender and trade and by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Mexico for progressive leadership, I am a steadfast ally for human rights, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with (invisible) disabilities, and mental health advocacy.

Desired employment

Full-time Part-time Minijob Internship

Desired job

  • Project manager - NGO
    • Law, Politics and law
  • Project Manager
    • Management, Organization, Economy and finance

Previous experiences

  • 04/2022 - 12/2023
    1 year
    8 months
    Studies

    International and Development Economics

    Berlin, Germany
    Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin
    Master of Arts
  • 06/2020 - 07/2025
    5 years
    1 month
    Job

    Consultant

  • 08/2010 - 12/2015
    5 years
    3 months
    Studies

    International Business

    San Luis Potosí, Mexiko
    Tecnológico de Monterrey
    Bachelor of Arts

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