Michelle Belfor

Experience

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  Pan American Development Foundation

  Nov 2014 - Aug 2016

  Youth to Youth Basic Life Skils Facilitator

  As a youth to youth basic life skills facilitator I was responsible for facilitating basic life skills employability training in my own communities for 20-25 early school leavers between the ages of 15-24 so that youth can access and succeed in the labor market.

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  Social Impact

  Feb 2016 - Apr 2016

  Local Logistical coördinator, Suriname

  Help coordinate meetings and travel for assessments, which conducted data collection in Suriname.

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  Pan American Development Foundation

  Nov 2016 - Jan 2018

  Resistance and Prevention Program Facilitator

  Youth Facilitator of the Resistance and prevention program in Suriname

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  Rainforest Foundation

  Feb 2017 - Jun 2019

  -Raise awareness about the importance of protecting the amazon rainforest land.-Organize (social media) campaigns to influence decisions regarding the amazon Rainforest within political, economic, and social systems and institutions. The Rainforest Foundation aims to protect the rainforest and the human rights of the Indigenous community.As the Logistical Support Analyst I Increase the efficiency of maintenance and reduce the cost of providing support by pre-planning all aspects of Integrated Logistics Support.

  • Climate Advocate

    Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Logistics Support Analyst

    Feb 2017 - May 2018
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  Jamur Institute of education and advice

  Aug 2017 - Sept 2019

  Logistics Coordinator

  To provide administrative support to all levels of the organization.

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  CKC Surmac NV

  Aug 2017 - Sept 2017

  Summer Intern

  Assist the -Facility department- with logistics administration.

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  The Green Heritage Fund Suriname

  May 2018 - Jun 2018

  Student Intern

  The Green heritage Fund Suriname was established in 2005 as a non-profit charitable organization.All activities of the foundation aim to raise the awareness and understanding of the general public about environmental issues. They are aimed at sustainable development and the conservation and wise use of nature and natural resources in Suriname. As a Hydrometeorology student of the Institute for Natural Resource and Engineering Studies I am doing an internship regarding Hydrology. I have assisted during the Globe prorgam by facilitating parts of the module of Hydrosphere, Biosphere and atmosphere.The Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Program is an international science and education program that provides students and the public worldwide with the opportunity to participate in data collection and the scientific process, and contribute meaningfully to our understanding of the Earth system and global environment. Show less

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  International Youth Federation | IYF

  May 2018 - Mar 2020

  Regional Coordination Specialist: Americas and the Caribbean

  The International Youth Federation is an international non-profit youth organizations networkgoverned by the present Statutes and the Swiss Civil Code. It is neutral politically, and non-denominational, aim to empower youth worldwide.The IYF Interagency Youth Development Group (IYDG) is an interagency coordination andsupport body led and chaired by the IYF Regional Director, on behalf of the SG.As the Regional Coordination Specialist I work directly under the supervision of the RegionalDirector and IYDG Chair. I work with the Regional Administration to help coordinate,design, development, management, and monitoring of the IYF activities towards achievementof outcomes as articulated in the regional work plan. Show less

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  Meteorological Service Suriname

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Student Intern
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  Climate Action Network

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  Global Climate Advocate

  Raise awareness (among youth) about the importance of climate change issues. Organize (social media) campaigns to influence decisions regarding climate change issues within political, economic, and social systems and institutions.Represent The Climate Now organization (which is part of CAN) during decision making forums on Climate Change.Increase the role of young people in the climate change process in order to reach SDG Goal #13

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  United Nations

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2019

  Sustainable Development Goals Gallery Consultant

  The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office aims to bring different UN agencies to improve the efficiency and activeness of operational activities at the country level. >To lead the provision of strategic guidance to the RC and UN Country Team (UNCT) on the Coordination of SDG related events and campaigns.>To lead and coordinate substantive support assisting the RC/UNCT

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  United Nations

  Mar 2020 - Nov 2021

  Coordination Consultant

  •Spread head the provision of administrative support to the GEF Small Grants Programme in Suriname.•Manage of the SGP social media pages.•Manage the review of financial reports by Grantees.•Facilitate the launch of the 7th Operational Phase for Small Grants.•Coordinate and facilitate logistical arrangements, including travel, to support the team in executing field activities effectively.•Support the maintenance of program databases and tracking systems to monitor activities, participant data, and outcomes, ensuring data accuracy and integrity through regular updates and reconciliations.•Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by program management to support the overall success and effectiveness of the program. Show less

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  UNOPS

  May 2021 - Jan 2022

  Programme Support

  The provision of admin-programme support to the GEF Small Grants Programme in Suriname.

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  UN Women

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Youth Engagement and Advocacy Consultant

  -Contribute to the development of high-quality advocacy and communications tools for youth engagement, including creative videos, infographics, and graphic designs.-Support local, national, regional youth mobilization for the international Generation Equality Campaign on different issues including but not limited to the Action Coalitions.-Organize meetings and campaigns for youth on a local, national, regional and global level.-Advise UN Women on youth engagement and youth participation in key UN processes with a focus on key communication tools.-Provide support in the drafting, editing, and finalization of comprehensive project reports, ensuring accuracy, coherence, and adherence to established guidelines and standards. Show less

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  United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

  May 2022 - now

  As the Programme/Finance Associate at UNFPA SROC, I manage the implementation and financial oversight of programs in the Sub-Regional Office for the Caribbean. This role encompasses both programmatic and financial responsibilities. My duties include coordinating with implementing partners, monitoring budgets, and ensuring compliance with UNFPA financial regulations. I process payments, handle procurement, and support the preparation of financial reports. I also assist in program planning, manage travel arrangements, and ensure operational tasks are executed efficiently. Additionally, I work closely with country offices across the Caribbean to facilitate the smooth execution of regional projects and ensure that all financial and programmatic activities align with organizational goals. Show less

  • Programme / Finance Associate

    Oct 2024 - now

  • Programme Assitant

    May 2022 - Oct 2024