MA CRISTINA C. LEE, RN, MPH, CLDP

Company Overview: ARISE is a UNDRR-led private sector network focused on disaster risk reduction and management.

• Co - Directed activities of Secretariat, ensuring supervisory functions, technical management, and Key Performance Indicators are met.
• Initiated efforts to promote resilient infrastructure within the private sector by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks and disaster resilience into business practices, supporting sustainable development through collaboration, capacity building and policy promotion
• Executed strategic initiatives to highlight ARISE Philippines' role in advancing disaster risk reduction and sustainability within broad contexts, such as highlighting private sector contributions to disaster risk reduction (DRR), sustainability, and ESG+Resilience efforts within national and global contexts.
• Provided technical support to the International Finance Corporation's (IFC) Building Resilience Index (BRI) program, to promote resilient infrastructures, and support the ARISE advocacy in enhancing resilience strategies for private sector institutions.
• Co designed tailored capacity-building initiatives for private sector focused on risk reduction and resilience, and establishment of monitoring and reporting mechanisms for stakeholders.
• Delivered comprehensive reports on project operations.
• Served as subject matter expert during conferences on pertinent topics.
• Facilitated team meetings and workshops to align on goals and strategies.
• Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
• Collaborated with external vendors to negotiate contracts that met company requirements while minimizing costs.
• Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Key accomplishments include the successful inception and implementation of the 10th Top Leaders Forum (2023), convening all public and private sector influential leaders to address the Food, Water, and Energy Nexus relative to disaster resilience, held in the SMX Convention Center, and the approval of the five major proposals for engagements, including the overall Private Sector Statement reviewed and approved by international and local private sector partners for the 2024 Asia Pacific Ministerial for Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR). Co-developed the 2024-2026 ARISE Philippines Strategic Plan aligned to UNDRR's ARISE Global Targets.

• Developed the School Contingency Planning Guidebook, and provided support and technical guidance for the DRM and Climate Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown Option (CAT DDO), focused on strengthening the resilience of the Philippine education system using a risk-informed, evidence-based platform.
• Conducted comprehensive reviews of the DepEd Contingency Planning Guidebook to ensure alignment with national policies and disaster response plans, to strengthen school-level preparedness.
• Conducted consultation meetings with DepEd, DOST-PHIVOLCS, and key stakeholders, presented review findings and recommendations that guided the development of the updated contingency planning guidebook.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
• Co-led the Design Thinking workshops, and developed the digital template for the PlanSmart for Safe Schools web app to simplify contingency planning for schools, in partnership with key offices.
• Coordinated efforts with government agencies to facilitate launch readiness of the PlanSmart initiative.
• Created training design, roll out, and implementation plan for PlanSmart for Safe Schools app.
• Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency of the tool and guidebook developed.
• Organized stakeholders' meetings to provide project updates.
• Contributed to the review and finalization of the National Disaster Response Plan for Hydrometeorological Hazards, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Consequence Management for terrorism-related incidents, enhancing national disaster preparedness and response frameworks.

A. Acting Division Chief for the Information Training and Advocacy Division, Capacity Building and Training Service (CBTS) – February 2021 to June 2021 and November 2022 to April 2023

• Executed supervisory and managerial functions in handling national DRRM programs by achieving more than the target, personnel and resources management, and other related functions following the standards, efficiency, excellence, and accountability.
• Developed and implemented plans, programs, and standards, through strategic planning, policy and capacity building skills.
• Led Information and Advocacy activities and programs for the OCD, such as the Quarterly Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drills and preparation of the 2021 National Disaster Resilience Month that contributed to the heightened public awareness and engagement related to DRRM.
• Led Monitoring and Evaluation of OCD Training Program Implementation, addressing training audit concerns with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Implemented programs to professionalize Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) across public, private, and community sectors, showcasing a commitment to elevating standards and fostering resilience.

From July 2021 to November 2022, I have managed 4 Divisions across 2 Services, maintaining supervisory and leadership functions and overseeing mandates and responsibilities in the DRRM Development and Standards (DDSD) and the NDRRM Training and Research Institute (NDRRMTRI) as the Acting Division Chief.

B. Acting Division Chief of the Department of DRRM Development and Standards Division (DDSD), Policy Development and Planning Service (PDPS) – July 2021 – November 2022

• Led development of Local DRRM Plan Guidebook and Guidelines.
• Developed Dam Safety Conceptual Framework to enhance program structure and activated the TWGs and led activities for the Dam Safety Program.
• Led the Prevention and Mitigation Pillar Secretariat initiatives under the supervision of DOST Secretary and facilitated the approval of the Prevention and Mitigation Thematic Action Plan in the NDRRMC.
• Strengthened collaborative efforts with global organizations and major partners such as Worldbank, JICA, UNDP, and UNICEF.
• Co facilitated policy reviews and the movements for the Magna Carta for DRRM Workers and the updates for the Department of Disaster Resilience proposed bill.
• Delivered program outputs meeting Worldbank's Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown Option (CAT DDO 3) indicators as part of the organizations commitment
• Led the sucessful delivery and completion of the major output with UNDP on Data Governance Study (DGS) and Digital Readiness Strategy with UNDP and related activities.

c. Concurrent Acting Division Chief of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Training and Research Institute (NDRRM TRI) – July 2021 – November 2022.

• Facilitated the activation and Interim approval of the Training Institute to operationalize its activities and mandate per RA 10121.
• Facilitated the approval of the 2022 TIER II Congress-approved Budget worth 131 million budget for the Establishment of the Training Institute in Clark, Pampanga, which mainly include the fund for the Detailed Architectural and Engineering Plan (DAED) worth 113M in partnership with the DPWH and the Equipage for its operations. The approval was supported by a Market Research, and the TOR, including the Schematic Design, Development Design, among others, following the review of its Comprehensive Master Development Plan.
• Led the execution of the DRRM Trainings to various public and private sectors and other stakeholders as well as providing technical assistance to all sectors across the country.
• Initiated the development and updating of DRRM training packages; served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in various DRRM Trainings and other DRRM related matters, and spearheaded the initiation and development of the Board of Trustees, Accreditation Guidelines and Manual, Research Systems, and initial activities for the NDRRMTRI Education and Training Programs.
• Co-developed the Original Staffing Pattern (OSSP) for the NDRRMTRI to support the creation of the plantilla positions for the institute.
• Co led and co facilitated batches of Training Roll Out of the Plansmart Ready to Rebuild Training supported and facilitated by World Bank for the CATDDO 4.

Deputy Program Manager (2020–2021)| Urban DRR Program Officer (2014 - 2020)

Projects managed and implemented:

• Project SHAKE - Supporting Households and LGUs Awareness and Knowledge in Earthquake Preparedness, 2018-2021, USAID-OFDA Funded Project in NCR and Bulacan Province, Total Project Fund is $ 2,500,000 USD
• Project SUCCESS – Strengthening Urban Communities Capacity to Endure Severe Shocks, 2014-2019, USAID-OFDA Funded Project in NCR, Rizal and Bulacan Province, Total Project Fund is $ 2,500,000 USD
• Supported Implementation of Project MWRP – Municipal Waste Recycling Program, 2017-2018, USAID-DIG Funded Project in Malabon and Navotas, Total Project Fund is $ 1,000,000 USD
• Supported Implementation of Project CCBO –Clean Cities, Blue Ocean, via Tetra Tech, through Caritas Pasig | Total Project Fund is $ 34,000 USD

A. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Integration in Policy, Planning, and Community Mobilization

• Conducted action planning sessions to enhance disaster resilience for NCR local government units. LDRRMP, CDRA.
• Facilitated city and community-level Disaster Risk Reduction and Management trainings across multiple locations within Metro Manila, Rizal, Bulacan.
• Led DRRM and Contingency Planning workshops at local and barangay levels for hazards like flood, earthquake risks.
• Facilitated action planning sessions to incorporate DRR and climate change activities in the river systems and Water Quality Management Area (WQMA) such as the MANATUTI River System.
• Assisted diocesan partners and DRRMCs in creating Barangay and LGU-level DRRM strategies such as DRRM and Contingency Plans and DRRM Infrastructure related plans and investments.
• Managed and executed detailed project plans for DRR management across City and Barangay LGUs.

B. Solid Waste Management (SWM) for SUCCESS, MWRP, and CCBO Projects

• Organized capacity-building programs to enhance operational efficiency in waste management processes, including the orientation of the RA 9003 and other related policies.
• Supported local communities in creating effective waste management plans.
• Facilitated the development of Waste Value Chain Analysis with Barangays and technical groups.
• Performed Waste Analysis Characterization Study across multiple Barangays.
• Supported the development and implementation of the SWM-related infrastructure projects, such as the establishment of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs), the establishment of trash traps in rivers and tributaries as part of DRR infrastructure support projects, and the building of mangrove nurseries.
• Supported strategies for livelihood options include the establishment of organized door-to-door waste collectors and capacity building for junk shop owners, with high consideration for women as beneficiaries of the project.
• Organized regular monthly clean ups in the supported barangays and cities.

C. Co – Investment for Sustainability through Infrastructure Support

• Collaborated in advancing small-scale disaster risk reduction (DRR) and resilience infrastructure projects by aligning DRR strategies with local development plans.
• Guided LGUs and partners in drafting pre-construction MOUs and reviewing bills of quantities (BOQs), including their operations and maintenance plans.
• Some of the small-scale DRR infrastructure projects supported were the installation of Community Howler Sirens for the Early Warning System, the installation of latrines and hand washing facilities, the repair of WASH facilities in identified evacuation centers, the construction and rehabilitation of small canals and drainage systems, the establishment and installation of trash traps in rivers and tributaries, the building of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs), and rainwater harvesting projects.

D. Economic Recovery and Market Systems (ERMS) Strategy through Community Led Savings, Microfinancing, and Disaster Resilient Livelihood Options

• Managed USAID-OFDA-funded projects with emphasis on savings and livelihoods, supervising initiatives in Manila, Rizal, Bulacan, Visayas, and Mindanao.
• Forged alliances with TESDA, LGUs, and various sectors to enhance microinsurance accessibility, including Public Employment Service Offices and private sectors.
• Facilitated the establishment of Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC), the pooling of Private Service Providers (PSP), and the building of its network to sustain the savings within the community.
• Developed instructional content for Savings and Livelihood programs, such as financial literacy and microinsurance training.
• Conducted coaching and mentoring sessions for beneficiaries and partners and supported community organizing and mobilization activities on-site.

E. Leadership and Operations

• Guided implementation partners on the technical aspects of DRR programming, including organizational development and strengthening for operational staff.
• Co-developed systems and processes to guarantee exceptional technical assistance and program management.
• Provided technical, financial, and management support to implementing partners by ensuring regular financial releases, clean liquidation processes, and support for MEAL functions.
• Contributed to the development of baseline assessment for projects SUCCESS and SHAKE, and supported the preparation of quarterly reports for management and donors.
• Represented the organization in various stakeholder meetings, conferences, and seminars.

• Served as Program Staff for Global Forum for Health Research in 2015.
• Executed initiatives related to resource mobilization for Global Forum.
• Facilitates and maintains linkages with partners in health research and the network.

• Delivered technical support to the Development of Safe Hospitals in Emergencies, highlighting structural, non-structural, and functional indicators of a health facility published in 2011, funded and supported by WHO.
• Served as Program Staff for National Policy Review and Enhancement
• Provided support and leadership within the team during emergencies and response operations
• Served as the department's overall planning, budgeting, focal person for the Bureau.
• Conducted regular monitoring of project progress and research in the project management cycle.
• Co-led in the Development of Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Report 2013 conducted to the 12 Regional Health Offices in the Philippines
• Delivered disaster management training sessions as a facilitator, speaker, resource person and support to sessions.