Vanina Paola Santy
Doctor Of Philosophy (anthropology)
Lohmar
Summary
Extensive experience in dynamic environments, skilled in stakeholder engagement, collaboration building, and driving community participation through impactful projects.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Department of Communication
ONG Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB)-Coopération
01.2016 - 01.2017
- I developed a fundraising plan targeting the banking sector, including sales pitch strategies and relationship-building initiatives; in 2017, successfully positioned mecenat and sponsorship as key tools for securing individual and corporate support for development projects.
Communications Specialist
Comunia Civil Association
04.2011 - 08.2014
- I formulated and executed 360 communication strategies for nonprofit stakeholders, enhancing projects through process design, resource development, and targeted communications. Some achievements include supporting Fundación Rumbos and Directorio Legislativo in launching social enterprises that were recognized for innovation and received support from Nesst (international nonprofit for social impact entrepreneurship) in 2011.
Public Relations Advisor
Diario Noticias Foundation
06.2010 - 12.2010
- I led a regional water awareness campaign in Patagonia and coordinated marketing initiatives that strengthened the foundation’s main advocacy, La Patagones-Viedma; this effort contributed to the creation of Patagonia Agua in August 2011, a public-private collaboration addressing environmental issues.
Consultant
Life Without Violence Foundation
12.2009 - 06.2010
- I designed a social project to support the work reintegration of mothers and children escaping domestic violence, with achievements including the launch of personal services and craft training courses in 2011, supported by the local municipality.
International Programs Coordinator
Technological Institute of Buenos Aires (ITBA)
11.2007 - 08.2008
- Liaised between ITBA and partner international academic institutions, supporting 150+ international students, and boosting ITBA’s ranking among top 3 engineering universities in Buenos Aires (2009). I designed a web platform for the management of administrative processes and created marketing content as well as communicational events, which led to an increase in inquiries from abroad by 45%.
Institutional Relations Officer
Technological Institute of Buenos Aires (ITBA)
04.2005 - 10.2007
- As Events Coordinator, I organized large-scale academic and corporate events, created ITBA Biz career fair (doubling company participation in its first year), co-led the university’s logo and communications redesign, and built partnerships with global companies like Techint, Sony, Airbus, and Santander to support product launches, leadership training, and graduate career opportunities.
Counsellor in Relations with Civil Society Organisations
Ministry of National Social Development
12.2003 - 12.2003
- I provided personalized guidance to nonprofits and citizens on accessing national “Manos a la Obra” subsidies, evaluating socio-productive projects and preparing complete funding dossiers; achieved nearly 70% approval rate for organizations receiving Ministry support.
Press and Communications Assistant
Center for the Implementation of Public Policies (CIPPEC)
03.2002 - 03.2003
- Developed digital communication materials, supported event organization, and implemented performance indicators for the press department, contributing to CIPPEC’s recognition as a leading Argentine think tank with over ten opinion articles and editorials published in major media outlets between 2002–2003.
Executive Assistant
SIEMENS Argentina
06.2000 - 11.2001
- Provided executive support to the Director, managing travel, meetings, reports, and events, while also assisting the team with administrative, logistical, and database management tasks, and coordinating client and inter-departmental communications.
Human Resources Trainee
SIEMENS Argentina
04.1998 - 05.2000
- Assisted the HR Director with recruitment and selection processes, and organized team-building activities and internal training sessions for managerial staff.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Global South Studies Center (GSSC)
University of Cologne
Cologne01-2025
Doctoral Training Programme -
Université Libre De Bruxelles
Cologne01-2020
Master in Social and Political Anthropology -
Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO)
01-2014
Non Profit Organisations Management - Specialisation
University of San Andres (Business School)
Buenos Aires 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Communication - Public Relations
University of Morón, UM
01-2001
Skills
Project management
Development of collaborative networks
Cross-cultural communication
Strategic thinking
Adaptability
Professional objective
I am eager to put my scientific and PR knowledge into action to address sustainability challenges through nature conservation and scientific knowledge, project management, communication, and the use of technology.
Interests
Art history, visual editing, photography, and nature conservation
Awards
- Grant awarded in 2023 by the Global South Studies Center (GSSC), University of Cologne, Germany, for the realisation of a virtual photographic exhibition as part of a collaborative project: https://www.horamagica.com.ar/galera-digital-bosque-nativo.
- Grant awarded in 2022 by the Global South Studies Center (GSSC), University of Cologne, Germany, for the publication of the book Native Forest which I coordinated as a collective project aimed at nature protection. https://www.horamagica.com.ar/bosque-nativo.
- Master thesis publication in Latin-American repository of best research works from fifteen countries of the region (2016). Latin-American Faculty of Social Sciences, FLACSO Andes. Permanent link: http://hdl.handle.net/10469/8526.
Community Service
- 2025. I initiated and led a community-based environmental cleanup project to improve local surroundings and foster neighborhood engagement; approved by RSAG.de and promoted through the European campaign Let’s Clean Up Europe (LCUE). https://letscleanupeurope.de/aktion/wandern-und-aufraeumen-fuer-die-umwelt/
- 2024-2025. Bündnis Heideterrasse E.V. Participation in local wildlife conservation (amphibians) in forest habitats of the region (Bergisch Heath Terrace). https://www.heideterrasse.net/
ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPERIENCE
- 2011. Rotary International, Argentina. I co-founded the first E-Club of Rotary in Argentina with a group of professionals.
- 2004-2006. De Faustina Natural Products, Argentina. I created my own business venture based on a line of organic and hand-made products: soaps, creams and oils. I combined marketing (promotion and visual attributes) and the therapeutic properties of the ingredients. The products were marketed in small local stores.
Further education
2025. Course "Sustainability in the Digital Age". Stanford University, SAP, and the Hasso Plattner Institute (Germany).
2023. Research Data Management. Metadata /personal knowledge management/RDM documentation. University of Cologne, Germany.
2020. Humanitarian Aid. This course explored the ethical and professional principles that guide humanitarian response to conflict and disaster through four case studies in Goma (Zaire), Somalia, the Balkans, Afghanistan and Pakistan. HarvardX.
Timeline
Department of Communication
ONG Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB)-Coopération
01.2016 - 01.2017
Communications Specialist
Comunia Civil Association
04.2011 - 08.2014
Public Relations Advisor
Diario Noticias Foundation
06.2010 - 12.2010
Consultant
Life Without Violence Foundation
12.2009 - 06.2010
International Programs Coordinator
Technological Institute of Buenos Aires (ITBA)
11.2007 - 08.2008
Institutional Relations Officer
Technological Institute of Buenos Aires (ITBA)
04.2005 - 10.2007
Counsellor in Relations with Civil Society Organisations
Ministry of National Social Development
12.2003 - 12.2003
Press and Communications Assistant
Center for the Implementation of Public Policies (CIPPEC)
03.2002 - 03.2003
Non Profit Organisations Management - Specialisation
University of San Andres (Business School)
04.2001 -
Executive Assistant
SIEMENS Argentina
06.2000 - 11.2001
Human Resources Trainee
SIEMENS Argentina
04.1998 - 05.2000
Doctor of Philosophy - Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Global South Studies Center (GSSC)
University of Cologne
Doctoral Training Programme -
Université Libre De Bruxelles
Master in Social and Political Anthropology -
Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO)
Bachelor of Communication - Public Relations
University of Morón, UM
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