NIÑO GERARDO E. LASIN
Legazpi City,ALB
Summary
Dynamic international development professional with over a decade of experience in humanitarian affairs, civil affairs, and child protection. Possesses a robust background in field operations, inter-agency coordination, policy development, and advocacy, cultivated through extensive service across Africa and Asia with the United Nations (UN), various international and local organizations, as well as governments. Skilled in navigating complex multicultural environments while fostering strategic partnerships among stakeholders, civil society, and multilateral institutions. Demonstrated success in translating intricate technical issues into actionable solutions that enhance protection, resilience, and inclusive governance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2021 - Current
- Led technical support for the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) Climate Resilience Against Trafficking and Exploitation (CREATE) project by identifying key policy documents and facilitating policy writeshops for local government officials in climate-vulnerable communities.
- Co-developed the Philippines’ first Vulnerability Assessment Tool for Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) with Save the Children Philippines (SCP).
- Designed and tested OSAEC learning modules for children and caregivers, and co-facilitated training of trainers for module deployment with SCP.
- Co-developed Child Protection Mechanisms in Schools and Communities Assessment Tool Prototype with SCP.
- Co-authored manuals on Violence Against Women and Trafficking in Persons for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Australia Counter Trafficking (ASEAN-ACT) and supported their validation with local government units.
- Documented high-level events for ASEAN-ACT, including roundtable consultations and senior officials’ meetings on counter-trafficking and victim protection.
- Designed e-learning modules for social workers under the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Recovery and Reintegration Program for Trafficked Persons (RRPTP).
Child Protection Officer
UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Led the development and implementation of the Advocacy and Communications (ADVOCOM) Plan for SaferKidsPH (SKPH), a child online protection initiative.
- Coordinated with the Australian Embassy, SCP, and The Asia Foundation to align SKPH consortium messaging and outreach strategies.
- Built multi-stakeholder engagement with government agencies, diplomatic community, civil society, influencers, and the private sector for national child protection campaigns.
- Monitored ADVOCOM Plan impact through baseline assessments and periodic reviews; prepared advocacy updates and results reports for UNICEF leadership.
Coordinator
UN Participation – ASEAN Summit
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in organizing the participation of the UN Secretary-General during the 31st ASEAN Summit.
- Coordinated with international and national authorities, protocol offices, and security teams to ensure successful event logistics.
Civil Affairs Officer
UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
06.2012 - 06.2017
- Maintained liaison with government, civil society, and traditional leaders to support peacebuilding, local governance, and conflict resolution.
- Conducted political and socio-economic analysis and produced field reports covering security, humanitarian, and development trends.
- Supported state authority extension, early warning systems, and community dialogue efforts in conflict zones.
- Served as Melut County Support Base Coordinator (2013–2015), overseeing inter-agency coordination, resource sharing, and field operations across UNMISS sectors.
Civil Affairs Officer
UN Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)
04.2011 - 06.2011
- Maintained Civil Affairs Division Partner Database, and produced regular analytical and situational reports.
- Facilitated coordination between UNMIS and local stakeholders to promote mandate awareness and implement Quick Impact Projects.
Public Outreach Officer
UN Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Supported public outreach for the South Sudan Referendum, including media engagement, voter education, and capacity-building for local stakeholders.
- Advised the Referendum Commission on inclusive communication strategies targeting women, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and marginalized groups.
- Organized briefing sessions for international and domestic observers and provided regular progress reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi
Legazpi, PhilippinesCertificate of Technical Studies - Business English
American University in Kosovo
Pristina, KosovoSkills
- International Development
- Counter-Trafficking Advocacy
- Strategic Communications
- Public Outreach
- Conflict Management
- Post-Crisis Stabilization
- Training and Capacity Building
- Analytical and Reporting Skills
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Filipino – Native
References
Available upon request
Training
- Civil-Military Relations Course, Swedish Armed Forces International Centre (SWEDINT), Sweden, 2016
- Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Stabilization, Makerere University, Uganda, 2013
- Conflict Management Support Training, African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), South Sudan, 2012
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Microsoft 365 (Excel, OneDrive, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Skype, Teams, Word)
- Google Workspace (Classroom, Docs, Drive, Forms, Gmail, Meet, Sheets, Slides)
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, X, YouTube)
- Collaboration Tools (Webex, Zoom)
- Internet-savvy
Timeline
Independent Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2021 - Current
Child Protection Officer
UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
10.2019 - 10.2020
Coordinator
UN Participation – ASEAN Summit
08.2017 - 11.2017
Civil Affairs Officer
UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
06.2012 - 06.2017
Civil Affairs Officer
UN Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)
04.2011 - 06.2011
Public Outreach Officer
UN Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)
10.2010 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi
Certificate of Technical Studies - Business English
American University in Kosovo
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