Summary
Environmental and Water Resources Manager Extensive experience leading food security, livelihoods, and WASH programs with international NGOs in conflict-affected rural Mozambique. Skilled in multi-stakeholder coordination, building partnerships across government, donors, and communities. Strong background in emergency response operations, including needs assessments and large-scale distributions. Proficient in data-driven monitoring & evaluation, ensuring program quality, learning, and strict donor compliance. Demonstrated success in delivering sustainable, community-centered solutions that improve resilience, enhance resource access, and support vulnerable populations in complex operational contexts.
Public Profile url: Maria Pilar Joao Baptista
Professional Data
Industry
NGOs, Development and Volunteering
Experience: 3 years
Experience: 3 years
Education
University, Master
Education
Sharda University, India
Master, water resources and Environmental Management
2023-08-01 - 2025-05-01 - Concluded
India
The Master’s Degree in Water Resources and Environmental Management aims to train highly qualified professionals and researchers to work in the analysis, planning, management, and conservation of water resources, integrating these activities with environmental protection and sustainable development. The program offers advanced knowledge in hydrology, water quality, treatment technologies, public policies, environmental legislation, environmental modeling, and integrated watershed management. It is an interdisciplinary program, involving natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and public policy, with a technical-scientific and strategic approach. The master's degree is designed for both academic research and the practical resolution of real environmental challenges, preparing students to work in public institutions, private companies, NGOs, environmental consulting firms, and teaching and research organizations. Specific Objectives Develop competencies for the sustainable management of water and aquatic ecosystems; Train professionals to participate in the development and implementation of environmental policies and management plans; Encourage applied research focused on improving environmental quality and mitigating the impacts of water use; Promote the use of innovative technologies and methodologies for the conservation of water resources.
Universidade Catolica de Mocambique
Honors, Gestão do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Nacturais
2014-02-01 - 2017-04-01 - Concluded
Mozambique, Cabo Delgado
This degree program prepares professionals to work in environmental education and the sustainable management of natural resources. Graduates will be qualified to develop educational initiatives in schools, communities, and organizations by integrating knowledge from the natural, social, and pedagogical sciences. The program focuses on promoting sustainability, designing environmental projects, and contributing to public policy initiatives. Core Areas of Study Environmental Education, Ecology and Biodiversity, Geography and Climate, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Legislation, Teaching Methodology, Society and Sustainability Environmental Sciences
Experience
District Project Coordinator and Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant
Fh Association
NGOs, Development and Volunteering
2019-07-01 - 2020-01-01
Mozambique, Sofala
Coordinate humanitarian response activities in partnership with local authorities, lead the distribution of supplies and community training sessions, and monitor project outcomes and prepare technical reports. Implement monitoring plans, collect and analyze project data, and train beneficiaries and field teams in M&E tools and best practices.
Team Leader / LMMS Officer
Fh Association
NGOs, Development and Volunteering
2018-01-01 - 2019-05-01
Mozambique, Inhambane
Lead field teams during emergency operations, manage the LMMS system for beneficiary registration and aid distribution, and coordinate with logistics, finance, and M&E departments.
Information, Education & Communication Assistant
Fh Association
NGOs, Development and Volunteering
2017-04-01 - 2017-12-01
Mozambique, Cabo Delgado
Collaborate with health partners to deliver nutrition training, organize educational campaigns, and ensure effective communication of project outcomes.