Dr. Monica A. Altamirano De Jong (She/Her)

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"I am born in Nicaragua, one of the most disaster prone countries and among the poorest countries in LAC"

"My lived experience of the impact of natural disasters and water risks on the country's economics and political history, and on the poor living conditions of so many people that challenges their human dignity has marked me and shaped my mission"

"I am committed to make the transition to a regenerative economy, where water security is achieved at the same time as economic well-being for everyone, and working towards a financially feasible and just transition for developing countries"

Water Experience

I have 18 years of global experience, working as a multidisciplinary leader advising governments, International Financial Institutions and Impact Investors on how to catalyze private sector investments in infrastructure, water, climate adaptation, and nature-based solutions in Asia, Latin America, Europe and Africa. I apply the economics of infrastructure provisioning and systems engineering to facilitate complex multiparty financing and catalyze innovative partnerships. I am passionate about making the transition to a regenerative economy financially feasible and just for developing countries and I believe a change in our investment planning and procurement procedures is key to achieve it. That is why I work with public and private sector pioneers to accelerate the uptake of a new mission-oriented approach for infrastructure investment planning and procurement.

Opportunities of Interest

• Speaking engagements (e.g., conference panels, keynote addresses)
• Leadership roles (e.g., board member, committees)
• Public outreach (e.g., media interviews, podcasts)
• Consulting (e.g., government, industry, not-for-profit sector)

Opportunities Offered

• Mentorship Short-term (e.g., attend a mentorship circle or event; 1-3 meetings with an individual)
• Student internships