Nelson Arturo Montaño Patarroyo
Bogotá
Summary
Results-driven program management professional with a master's degree in public management focused on social development. Proven expertise in designing, managing, and evaluating international cooperation projects, including fundraising, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in leading programs related to public policy, transitional justice, and peace building within government institutions and social organizations. Demonstrated ability to oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with donor requirements. Strong background in advocacy, community engagement, and multi-level government relations. Adept at leveraging ICT tools to optimize program efficiency, with exceptional problem-solving, logistical, and analytical skills. Recognized for professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to drive meaningful social impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst and Evaluation Officer
Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in Colombia
09.2016 - Current
- Directed the Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation (PME) team in the design, formulation, and implementation of donor-funded projects focused on human rights and development, ensuring alignment with international standards and organizational priorities.
- Maintained and strengthened high-level relationships with over 12 international donors, securing funding sustainability (USD 10M/year) and strategic partnerships to enhance program impact.
- Provided technical assistance to ensure that implementation efforts adhered to the overall Mission strategy, optimizing resource allocation and program effectiveness.
- Led the reporting process to OHCHR headquarters, the United Nations System, and Colombia’s national government (UNSDCF), ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with donor and institutional requirements.
- Managed the Performance Monitoring System, overseeing data collection, analysis, and reporting to track program outcomes and drive evidence-based decision-making.
Consultant - Monitoring
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Designed the comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Plan for the Dialogue for Stability Program, ensuring a robust framework for tracking program impact and effectiveness
- Developed 40 key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with program objectives to measure progress, outcomes, and long-term impact
- Led the baseline data collection and consolidation process, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to ensure a holistic assessment
- Engaged key stakeholders in data-gathering efforts, facilitating participatory approaches to enhance program relevance and stakeholder ownership
- Applied advanced M&E tools and techniques to generate actionable insights, strengthening evidence-based decision-making and program adaptation
Advisor for the Human Rights Direction
Ministry of Defense
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Led the analysis and development of institutional positions on transitional justice, historical memory, and human rights for the Defense Sector, ensuring alignment with national and international legal frameworks
- Designed policy guidelines for Defense Institutions on historical memory, establishing coordination mechanisms between the public forces and other entities within the Defense Sector
- Provided high-level advisory support for peace negotiations, conducting in-depth analysis of armed groups’ positions and strategies, assessing their implications, and formulating policy recommendations
- Developed strategic documents to guide institutional responses to transitional justice, international humanitarian law, and human rights challenges within the sector
- Contributed to the design and implementation of planning and monitoring tools for the national Human Rights policy, including the Strategic Sectorial Plan and Internal Plan for Policy Adjustments
Consultant
UN Women Colombia
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Led the systematization of strategic results, capturing key program achievements and lessons learned to inform future initiatives and policy recommendations
- Designed and documented baselines to establish clear benchmarks for measuring program impact, ensuring data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement
- Provided technical assistance in program monitoring, ensuring alignment with objectives, compliance with donor requirements, and effective implementation of activities
- Led the drafting and presentation of donor reports, synthesizing complex data into clear, compelling narratives to enhance stakeholder engagement and secure continued funding
Advisor - Human Rights Archive Directorate
National Center of Historical Memory
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Led the design and development of a national public policy framework for the management of archives related to serious human rights violations and international humanitarian law, ensuring alignment with transitional justice principles and legal standards
- Provided technical assistance in a nationwide social consultation process, engaging communities, victims’ organizations, and public officials to incorporate diverse perspectives into policy development
- Designed and systematized consultation results, applying quantitative analysis of qualitative data to extract key insights and support evidence-based policymaking
- Developed and implemented teaching strategies to raise awareness on human rights archives management, delivering training programs for communities, civil society organizations, and Human Rights Archives Managers
- Served as a core member of the public policy team, contributing to transitional justice frameworks and post-conflict analysis, developing political and legal inputs for comprehensive and sustainable policy solutions
Consultant - National Center of Historical Memory
UN Development Program (UNDP) - Transitional Justice Fund (FJT)
08.2013 - 12.2013
- Designed a comprehensive monitoring framework for the implementation of the Human Rights Archive at the National Center for Historical Memory, ensuring effective tracking of progress, impact, and compliance with human rights standards
- Provided technical assistance during a nationwide social consultation process, facilitating engagement with communities, victims’ organizations, and public officials to ensure an inclusive and participatory approach to policy development
- Led the analysis and systematization of consultation findings, applying quantitative and qualitative methodologies to generate data-driven insights that informed policy recommendations and decision-making
- Served as a key member of the public policy team, contributing to the transitional justice framework and post-conflict analysis, and developing strategic political and legal inputs to strengthen human rights policies and institutional responses
Consultant
UN Development Program (UNDP)
12.2012 - 11.2013
- Technical and Operational Assistance for Joint Project Implementation with the Ministry of Labour
- Provided technical and operational support for the successful implementation of a joint project with the Ministry of Labour, enhancing institutional capacity and project efficiency
- Strengthened the Ministry of Labour’s ability to monitor and evaluate policies on formalized work and alternative work modalities, contributing to evidence-based decision-making and improved labor policies
- Supported the characterization and profiling of job opportunities for victims of armed conflict in rural areas, facilitating targeted employment interventions
- Assisted in the design of rural and urban income-generation pathways for victims of violence, promoting economic inclusion and sustainable livelihoods
Partnerships Advisor - Virtual Teaching Programme
UN Development Program (UNDP)
05.2012 - 10.2012
- Successfully led fundraising efforts and strategic partnerships, securing resources to ensure the self-sustainability of the UNDP Virtual School and its mission to support UN field missions through impactful learning experiences
- Developed and implemented a strategic partnerships framework, enhancing collaboration with key stakeholders and increasing resource mobilization
- Coordinated partnership processes, including tracking, monitoring, and evaluation, leading to improved efficiency, transparency, and impact measurement
- Drove continuous improvement and innovation within the Virtual School, optimizing learning methodologies and program delivery
- Supported human talent management and organizational climate processes, fostering a productive and inclusive work environment
Education Field Officer Nariño
Norwegian Refugee Council Colombia
06.2011 - 04.2012
- Successfully monitored, coordinated, and ensured the effective implementation of the education project in Nariño, funded by CIDA, achieving key program objectives
- Led full project cycle monitoring and evaluation, assessing the performance of counterparts and partners to enhance project impact and accountability
- Provided technical assistance to regional education authorities, strengthening institutional capacity for policy implementation and service delivery
- Advocated for the positioning of education policies, contributing to improved access and quality education for vulnerable populations and victims of violence
Coordinator of the Project for the Strengthening of IDPs Organizations
Corporación Opción Legal
03.2008 - 12.2010
- Provided technical assistance for public policy advocacy, ensuring the effective enjoyment of rights for internally displaced persons (IDPs) through a gender-sensitive and differential approach
- Designed and monitored programs aimed at strengthening policy implementation and service delivery for vulnerable populations
- Managed budget oversight and project follow-up, ensuring financial accountability and the achievement of program objectives
- Promoted gender mainstreaming in policy discussions, enhancing inclusivity and equitable access to rights and services
Section Life, Justice and Peace Assistant.
Secretariado Nacional de Pastoral Social
08.2007 - 03.2008
- Led the Testimony, Truth, and Reconciliation program, overseeing monitoring, budget management, and project implementation to ensure program effectiveness
- Facilitated the dissemination of victims' rights and the reconstruction of historical memory, strengthening transitional justice efforts
- Provided technical support and guidance for assessing victim assistance across various dioceses in Colombia, enhancing service delivery and institutional response
- Led the recovery and implementation of the MARTUS system to systematize human rights violation cases, improving data collection and analysis for advocacy and policy development
Education
M.D. - Public Management
Tecnológico De Monterrey University
Bogotá, DC01.2016
Consultant Certificate - Corporate Social Responsability
Camara De Comercio De Bogota
Bogotá, Colombia03-2013
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Bogotá, DC01.2007
Skills
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Team leadership & development
- Analytical thinking
- Client relationships
- Data collection
- Document management
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Attention to detail
- Project leadership
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- Capacity building
Other Studies
- Consultant in Corporate Social Responsibility, Chamber of Commerce Bogotá, 01/01/13, 05/31/13
- MAP and MUSE Education technical certificate, Programa Presidencial de Acción Integral Contra minas antipersonal, 2007
- Transnational Migration and Forced Displacement, Cátedra Manuel Ancizar, 2004
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Analyst and Evaluation Officer
Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in Colombia
09.2016 - Current
Consultant - Monitoring
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy
08.2016 - 09.2016
Consultant
UN Women Colombia
10.2015 - 02.2016
Advisor for the Human Rights Direction
Ministry of Defense
06.2015 - 09.2016
Advisor - Human Rights Archive Directorate
National Center of Historical Memory
01.2014 - 12.2014
Consultant - National Center of Historical Memory
UN Development Program (UNDP) - Transitional Justice Fund (FJT)
08.2013 - 12.2013
Consultant
UN Development Program (UNDP)
12.2012 - 11.2013
Partnerships Advisor - Virtual Teaching Programme
UN Development Program (UNDP)
05.2012 - 10.2012
Education Field Officer Nariño
Norwegian Refugee Council Colombia
06.2011 - 04.2012
Coordinator of the Project for the Strengthening of IDPs Organizations
Corporación Opción Legal
03.2008 - 12.2010
Section Life, Justice and Peace Assistant.
Secretariado Nacional de Pastoral Social
08.2007 - 03.2008
M.D. - Public Management
Tecnológico De Monterrey University
Consultant Certificate - Corporate Social Responsability
Camara De Comercio De Bogota
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
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