Diego Messina

Experience

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  Panal

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2015

  Mentor - Volunteering

  Tutoring for students:- Motivational support- Coaching and strategies to develop positive psychology- Diploma in leadership

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  United Nations

  Aug 2017 - Jan 2018

  UN - Recruitment Unit

  Support to the recruitment unit in the analysis and follow-up of hiring processes. Creation of KPI's metrics for process monitoring. Support to headhunting quadrature and creation of indicators for tracking future hires. Creation of inclusion and diversity indicators according to the organization's level. Database maintenance.

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  United Nations

  Apr 2018 - Dec 2022

  Energy Specialist - ECLAC

  • Compilation, analysis and interpretation of data of the energy sector in LAC.• Examining regulatory gaps concerning decentralized energy deployment unveiled opportunities for enhancing its implementation.• Conducted research and analysis on electricity and energy technologies revealed their status, costs (LCOE analysis)• Established and upheld diplomatic relations with representatives from member countries of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).• Evaluation of the grid requirements and technologies for more decentralized renewable energy deployment in LAC.• Worked for one year in technical assistance with the GET.transform programme (GIZ).• Communication with partners and professionals of energy institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean for the exchange of information relevant to the project. Continuous engagement to ensure inter-institutional relationships.• Organization of events with institutions and project stakeholders (sending invitation letters, drafting conceptual framework, consolidating guest list, conducting surveys for project reporting• Follow-up of project’s budget (accounting, consolidation of balance sheet) (650,000 USD). Development of project progress report in terms of scope, timelines and costs, controlling budgets and expenditures, through consultation and analysis to budget.• Authoring of many energy sector reports published by the UN.• Organization of events, creation of flyers for dissemination, consolidation of guest lists and follow-up on event attendance.• Assistance in hiring consultants (drafting and dissemination of TORs, review of resumes according to the consultancy).• Continuous communication with partners (German GIZ and French Cooperation). Show less

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  The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU)

  Jul 2021 - Apr 2022

  Contributor

  Free lance writer for The Economist magazine from 2021 to 2022, to cover the impact of the constitutional process and its proposed reforms on Chile's economy, mainly in the mining and water sectors. Articles written in English. Verifiable experience with staff analysts of The Economist Intelligence Unit.

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  Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH

  Jan 2023 - now

  • Conducted comprehensive research and synthesis of data to drive the development of green hydrogen projects within the contexts of Chile and Uruguay, with a particular emphasis on production linkages. • As project manager, fostered strategic diplomatic relationships with key institutions in Chile and Uruguay, primarily engaging with national delegations and also with private companies investing in hydrogen projects within both countries.• Conducted a report on environmental standards for Green Hydrogen project development, including cases for derivatives (e-methanol and ammonia production).• Promoting the PtX project through speaking engagements at various conferences in Latin America for different audiences (academy, private and public sector). • Analyzed prevailing trends and regulatory gaps pertinent to the advancement of green hydrogen initiatives, offering strategic insights and producing publications for widespread dissemination. • Designed and executed various projects, activities, and initiatives to propel the PtX project forward, including the organization of webinars and promotional events.• Analyzed the trends on the development of green hydrogen projects considering technologies, costs and international trade.• Monitored the execution of project-specific tasks and managed associated accounts, ensuring strict adherence to administrative and financial protocols. Show less

  • Asesor técnico de la Energy Partnership Uruguay-Alemania

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Green Hydrogen Technical Advisor on the Power to X program (PtX Hub)

    Jan 2023 - Apr 2024