Alejandro Zaracho
Asunción
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in International Development, Project Management, Government and Sustainability. Expertise in stakeholders coordination, project management and documentation, ensuring successful project outcomes. Master’s degree holder, skilled in International Cooperation, fluent in English and Spanish, enhancing collaboration across diverse environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Assistant Manager
Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
Asunción, Paraguay
01.2019 - Current
- Managed and coordinated inter-institutional between the country office, national counterparts, implementing partners and related stakeholders.
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to enhance efficiency and ensure timely completion.
- Assisted in preparing project documentation (AOPs, MOUs, Agreements, Contracts, etc.), ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.
- Consistently communicated strategic insights, critical updates, and key project developments to superiors and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner, both in writing and verbally.
- Led cross-functional meetings to assess project progress and address potential roadblocks proactively.
- Guided new staff onboarding, ensuring integration into operational workflows, adherence to the agency´s protocols, best practices and alignment with standardized procedures.
- Maintained a well-organized document repository for easy access to vital information.
- Monitored and analyzed external factors, including political, economic, and stakeholder-related dynamics, to assess potential impacts on ongoing and future projects.
- Provided translation and interpretation services between English and Spanish for documents, official meetings, and events.
- Participated in business trips, both domestically and internationally, as required.
Project Manager
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
Asunción, Paraguay
10.2013 - 12.2018
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver humanitarian projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies for project challenges.
- Coordinated resource allocation, optimizing team performance and project efficiency.
- Streamlined reporting processes, improving communication of project progress to stakeholders.
- Analyzed project outcomes, driving continuous improvement in future program implementations.
- Coordinated activities with state implementing partners.
- Prepared donor reports (weekly, monthly, and quarterly).
- Planned and carried out project systematization processes and documentation of lessons learned.
Emergency Response Coordinator
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
Asunción, Paraguay
10.2013 - 12.2018
- Coordinated emergency response efforts across multiple regions to ensure timely aid delivery.
- Collaborated with local authorities and related stakeholders to identify community needs during emergencies.
- Conducted risk assessments to inform strategic planning for disaster preparedness initiatives.
- Led multi-agency response teams in crisis situations, streamlining communication and resource allocation.
- Monitored disaster response activities, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and protocols.
- Established strong relationships with local, regional, and national partners to ensure seamless coordination during emergencies.
- Maintained ongoing communication and reporting with donors.
- Evaluated performance after emergency events, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Deployed to Indonesia in 2018 as Program Manager, leading the emergency response operational efforts in Palu following the earthquake and tsunami.
Bidding and Proposal Manager
"Implantes Bonifazi" Dental Clinic
Asunción, Paraguay
04.2013 - 09.2013
- Facilitated successful tender processes through thorough research and verification.
- Streamlined bidding by analyzing documents, terms, and conditions effectively.
- Compiled comprehensive bidding documents ensuring compliance with requirements.
- Addressed disputes related to tenders, enhancing stakeholder relations and trust.
- Organized and managed tender files, ensuring timely submissions and accuracy.
Education
Master of Business Administration And Management -
Americana University
Asunción, Paraguay12-2021
BBA -
Americana University
Asunción, Paraguay12-2015
Skills
- International Development and Cooperation
- Project management
- Inter-institutional management
- Team support
- Documentation management
- Reporting
- Translation - Interpretation
- Governmental Administration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Elementary
Guaraní
Elementary
Timeline
Project Assistant Manager
Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
01.2019 - Current
Project Manager
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
10.2013 - 12.2018
Emergency Response Coordinator
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
10.2013 - 12.2018
Bidding and Proposal Manager
"Implantes Bonifazi" Dental Clinic
04.2013 - 09.2013
Master of Business Administration And Management -
Americana University
BBA -
Americana University