Hello there! I am a seasoned professional with more than a decade of experience in Disaster Risk Reduction, Emergency Preparedness & Response (EP&R), International Development, and leadership roles. My diverse background in both public and private sectors has equipped me with a unique set of skills and expertise that I bring to my work.
Currently, as a Senior Disaster Risk Management Specialist Consultant at The World Bank, my primary responsibility is to aid in identifying and preparing technical cooperation for the GFDRR’s Emergency Preparedness & Response and Health Systems Resilience Global Programs.
Aside from my position at The World Bank, I also serve as a Technical Advisor for Catholic Relief Services, specializing in Resilience, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and Food Security for Latin America and The Caribbean.
Throughout my career, I have held various high-ranking positions, one of which was Deputy National Director at the Chilean National Emergency Office (ONEMI). During my tenure, I had the privilege of spearheading the strategic planning process and implementing crucial policies for effective risk governance. One such policy was Law 21.364, which established the Chilean Disaster Risk Management system, and the National Policy for Disaster Risk Reduction 2020-2030.
I am highly passionate about teaching and training, as demonstrated by my extensive experience as a visiting lecturer at the MBA program of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, as well as my involvement in undergraduate courses at the Universidad del Desarrollo and Rabdan Academy. Furthermore, I am regularly invited to speak at various seminars and conferences.
I’m proud to have achieved a Chevening UK Scholarship, which has played a significant role in my professional development. Additionally, I had the opportunity to attend JICA training in Japan as a beneficiary, where I learned about Raising Awareness for Reducing Disaster Risk.
I possess a strong track record of delivering results and am deeply committed to continuous sustainable development, learning, and professional growth. My skills and experience can effectively contribute to enhancing the resilience and sustainability of your organization.
Interests
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Government Continuity
- Disaster Risk Governance
- Risk Communication
- Behavioural Science
What People Say
Cristóbal en Metrogas demostró su capacidad para emprender proyectos y ejecutarlos con excelencia, permitiendo ser un aporte fundamental en la continuidad del negocio.
Emprendió el proyecto de responsabilidad social empresarial en materia de seguridad y emergencia, fundamental para una empresa de servicio de gas. Junto a lo anterior, desarrolló una amplia red de vínculos con distintos grupos de interés que fueron fundamentales para el posicionamiento de la compañía.
Su alta calidad profesional sumado a sus ganas de aprender, de cooperar con las distintas tareas, con un ánimo positivo y de contribución puedo decir que lo hacen una persona valiosa para cualquier organización o compañía que se integre.
Bernardita Mazo, former Public Affairs Manager at Metrogas.
Cristobal is a highly knowledgeable professional on disaster risk reduction (DRR), crisis management and government and business continuity. I have had the opportunity to work, studied and seen Cristobal’s work for more than a decade, and all these years I have seen him working in a highly efficient and professional way.
Cristobal highlights by been able to combine his deep practical experience with reflective capacity and vast knowledge on the mentioned topics. Also, his leadership skills and decision making at critical moments, what is shown in his roles as deputy director of the National Office of Emergencies of Chile, and previous roles as a crisis manager, a firefighter, and rescue worker.
I have also seen him gaining relevant international experience as a consultant with the World Bank, in diplomatic and technical roles with multiple organisation and governments, and living and working from London and The Hague.
Besides his professional skills and knowledge, Cristobal is a friendly, responsible, action-oriented and reflective person, with whom it is a pleasure to work with.
I am sure that any government and business thinking on continuity during a crisis, or any organisation looking a DRR and emergencies expert, will strongly benefit from working with Cristobal.
Dr. Rodrigo Mena, Assistant Professor of Disasters & Humanitarian studies at the ISS.
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