NATHALIA B. GOMES
Dual citizenship (Portuguese & Brazilian) | Based in Brazil | Open to relocation
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior professional with over 10 years of experience in Strategic Human Resources, ESG, and social impact projects,
including international assignments in Haiti, Mozambique, and Lebanon. Proven record of leading multicultural teams of
up to 350 staff, managing multi-million budgets, and delivering measurable results in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI),
organizational development, and stakeholder engagement. Holds an MBA in Corporate Social Responsibility and an
international certification in Project Management for Development. Experience spans multinational corporations and the
non-profit sector, with a focus on driving positive impact, operational efficiency, and sustainable results.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
National HR Director
Dec 2022 – Oct 2025
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Lead strategic direction and budgeting of all HR subsystems (220 staff at headquarters and 130 in field projects).
• Drive the design and implementation of more equitable and inclusive policies.
• Represent MSF Brazil in international platforms, fostering cross-border collaboration.
• Partner with the Ethics and Behaviour department to resolve complex conflicts.
• Enhance candidate and employee experience through streamlined processes.
National HR Manager
Jun 2019 – Nov 2022
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Managed HR team and led strategic initiatives improving HR services, developing KPIs and executive reports for
data-driven decisions.
• Structured the DEI area in collaboration with the General Direction, achieving 50% inclusion of minority groups.
• Designed and improved HR processes and policies to enhance efficiency and equity.
Lecturer (Short Course)
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Delivered a lecture on “Labour Market and International Relations Professionals.”
Oct 2023
CSR/ESG Consultant
Nov 2018 – Jun 2019
Instituto da Criança
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Designed CSR and ESG projects for major corporations, focusing on social investment and community impact.
• Conducted territorial mapping, social diagnosis, and stakeholder consultations to identify social priorities.
• Produced Social Impact Reports based on quantitative and qualitative data.
• Managed partnerships and reporting to support project implementation.
Regional HR Marketing Officer
Aug 2017 – Mar 2018
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Sao Paulo, Brazil
• Developed employer branding and talent attraction strategies for Latin America.
• Represented the ICRC in international forums and events and managed the official LinkedIn account (PT/SPA).
• Researched labour market trends, built strategic networks, and organised institutional events
• Temporary mission in Lebanon (Jan 2018): assessed security and human rights in high-risk areas.
HR, Administration and Finance Manager (International Mission)
Mar 2017 – May 2017
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Nampula, Mozambique
• Managed HR, administrative and financial operations in a rural health emergency project, including recruitment
and training of 70 local staff, HR process implementation, and compliance reporting.
• Supported partnership-building efforts with community and public authorities, contributing to social risk
assessments and prioritisation of interventions.
Senior HR and Administration Officer (International Mission)
Mar 2016 - Oct 2016
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
• Managed HR for a hospital (600 staff), including recruitment, payroll, onboarding, and policy implementation.
• Oversaw expatriate accommodation and local operational routines.
Executive Assistant to the General Director
Nov 2014 – Mar 2016
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Managed Director’s office operations, coordinated reporting, and organised strategic events and travel.
• Supported Institutional Relations and Advocacy areas with research and partner engagement.
LATAM Contracts Analyst
Oct 2012 – Sep 2014
IBM
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Drafted leasing contracts for LATAM clients, ensuring compliance with local legislation and internal policies.
• Delivered training for LATAM sales teams on contractual practices and internal processes.
• Recognised with the “IBM Manager’s Choice Award 2014” for conduct, proactivity, and technical excellence.
• Served as Interim Coordinator for the Contracts and Fraud Prevention teams for eight months.
Digital Marketing Analyst
Jun 2011 – Sep 2012
B2W Digital (Americanas.com, Submarino, Shoptime)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Participated in the corporate trainee programme, developing managerial and technical skills in marketing.
• Planned and executed digital marketing campaigns, monitored executive KPIs and real-time sales performance.
• Managed brand social media channels and supported PR activities.
EDUCATION
LANGUAGES
MBA in Corporate Social Responsibility and the Third Sector
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 2012 – 2014
English: Fluent (C2)
Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations
Pontifical Catholic University (PUC-Rio) – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 2006 – 2010
French: Intermediate (B1/B2)
Spanish: Fluent (C2)
Portuguese: Native
Academic Exchange – International Relations
State University of New York (SUNY) – New Paltz/NY, USA | 2009
CERTIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL TRAINING
Project Management & CSR: PMD Pro Certification (Project Management for Development) – APMG | Social Project
Management – INK | Design Thinking in Social Responsibility – Edukinet | Advocacy and IR – Laboratório Social
Management & Leadership: Leadership and Coaching – Barrett | Crisis Management – MSF Mexico | Media Training –
Textual Comunicação
Human Resources: Data-Driven Decision Making in People Management – FGV | Hay Methodology and Compensation –
Korn Ferry Argentina | Career and Reward Management – Korn Ferry | Labour Risk Prevention – Multicursos | Internal
Communication – FGV
Humanitarian Preparation: Humanitarian Mission Preparation (HR & Administration) – MSF Italy & Belgium
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Speaker – CONCARH, Brazil, 2024 | Panelist – Rio Innovation Week Brazil, 2023
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Productivity: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Outlook | Design: Canva | HR Systems & Databases |
Collaboration: Teams, SharePoint, Trello, Asana
