Word Processors (Word, Pages, iWriter)
José Luis Astorquia
International Development
Bogotá,DC
Summary
Industrial Engineer and Psychologist with a Master's Degree in Environmental and Land Development Studies and more than 17 years of experience designing, advising, implementing, strategizing, supervising, and managing projects and initiatives. Worked for both public and private organizations involving urban and rural communities. Participated in several programs to support local and national governments and agencies, strengthening democracy, human rights, and governance. Devised strategies to implement projects and initiatives and have expertise in monitoring and evaluating indicators, compliance, and environmental performance. Skilled in technical writing, work planning, and reporting and managing and tracking budgets.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Environmental Expert
Olgoonik Worldwide Services
Bogota , D.C.
2022.03 - Current
- Part of the group preparing the Initial Environmental Assessment for USAID's new artisanal gold-mining program.
- Provide environmental expertise; this includes preparing a baseline, assessing environmental impacts, devising mitigation measures, and drafting a monitoring plan.
- Account for all applicable environmental regulations.
Technical Writer
Universidad del Rosario
Bogota , D.C.
2021.05 - 2022.01
- Translate, edit, and supervise articles and essays meant for international magazines.
Technical Writer
Panagora - USAID, MEL Activity, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2020.06 - 2021.10
- Prepared presentations, outlines, and summaries for Performance Evaluations.
- Wrote, edited, and supervised technical documents.
- Designed, wrote and reviewed work plans, reports, and projects.
Evaluation Deputy Director
Panagora - USAID, MEL Activity, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2019.11 - 2020.05
- Planned and lead the PMA's (Partner to Markets Alliance) program evaluation.
- Coordinated quantitative, qualitative, and technical researchers.
- Drafted all written products of the evaluation.
Technical Advisor
Chemonics - USAID, Justice for a Sustainable Peace Program, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2019.08 - 2019.09
- Reviewed contracts, subcontracts, grants, and consultancies to determine consistency with the Program's strategy.
- Assessed Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) documents and procedures to improve indicator compliance.
- Evaluated projects to assess their environmental impact.
Environmental Expert
Tetra Tech – USAID, Land and Rural Development Program, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2016.04 - 2018.01
- Prepared an Environmental Assessment meant to determine the Program's scope and impact.
- Requested environmental approval of upcoming projects.
- Supervised environmental compliance of all activities under implementation.
Coordinator - Planning Department
Tetra Tech – USAID, CELI Central Program, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2011.11 - 2016.03
- Managed the environmental compliance of projects under implementation.
- Supervised environmental field monitoring contract.
- Prepared and tracked the Program's budget.
Coordinator - Planning Department
Tetra Tech – USAID, MIDAS Program, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2006.01 - 2011.10
- Took part in the design of the M&E, GIS, and Environmental departments.
- Supervised the contract to prepare the PERSUAP document (Pesticide Evaluation Report and Safer Use Action Plan) for USAID's mission in Colombia.
- Participated in the design of USAID's environmental and M&E information system.
Environmental Coordinator
Tetra Tech – USAID, CAPP Program, Colombia
Bogota , D.C.
2003.07 - 2005.12
- Supervised the environmental compliance of agribusiness projects under implementation.
- Represented the Program in environmental meetings.
- Carried out monitoring field visits to assess project execution.
Chief of Unit
Environmental Department - Mayor's Office
Bogota , D.C.
1998.07 - 2001.04
- Designed and assessed projects regarding pollution control, urban parks, and clean production.
- Participated in procurement selection processes.
- Evaluated documents pertinent to the approval process of environmental licenses and permits.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Universidad De Deusto
Spain 1996.09 - 1998.01
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Javeriana
Colombia 1989.01 - 1995.06
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Javeriana
Colombia 1988.07 - 1995.04
Skills
Problem Resolution
Software
Spreadsheets (Excel, Numbers)
Presentation Apps (PowerPoint, Keynote)
Program Planning and Mind Mapping Software
Timeline
Environmental Expert
Olgoonik Worldwide Services
2022.03 - Current
Technical Writer
Universidad del Rosario
2021.05 - 2022.01
Technical Writer
Panagora - USAID, MEL Activity, Colombia
2020.06 - 2021.10
Evaluation Deputy Director
Panagora - USAID, MEL Activity, Colombia
2019.11 - 2020.05
Technical Advisor
Chemonics - USAID, Justice for a Sustainable Peace Program, Colombia
2019.08 - 2019.09
Environmental Expert
Tetra Tech – USAID, Land and Rural Development Program, Colombia
2016.04 - 2018.01
Coordinator - Planning Department
Tetra Tech – USAID, CELI Central Program, Colombia
2011.11 - 2016.03
Coordinator - Planning Department
Tetra Tech – USAID, MIDAS Program, Colombia
2006.01 - 2011.10
Environmental Coordinator
Tetra Tech – USAID, CAPP Program, Colombia
2003.07 - 2005.12
Chief of Unit
Environmental Department - Mayor's Office
1998.07 - 2001.04
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Universidad De Deusto
1996.09 - 1998.01
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Javeriana
1989.01 - 1995.06
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Javeriana
1988.07 - 1995.04
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