Strategic Communications & Partnerships

In international development, fragmentation costs impact. I align messaging and stakeholder ecosystems to move complex mandates into coordinated delivery.

Lena Moral Waldmeier

Human Insight, AI-Powered Delivery

Aligning communications with institutional mandates and donor priorities.
Structuring stakeholder ecosystems for coordinated action
Translating technical knowledge into policy-relevant narratives
Applying behavioural insight to increase engagement and ownership

I integrate AI tools and systems into my communications and stakeholder engagement work to increase the quality, speed, and reach of deliverables without losing the human judgement, cultural sensitivity, and relational insight that complex development mandates require.

About me

I work at the intersection of communication, partnerships, and international development, helping organisations translate complex ideas into clear and actionable strategies. With over five years of experience across GIZ, UN entities, and consulting, I specialise in stakeholder engagement, strategic communication, and facilitating collaboration across diverse international contexts.

Having worked across Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, I bring a strong intercultural perspective and a focus on making complex work accessible, practical, and impactful.

Experience

Freelance Consultant – Communications, Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

Various organisations

2025 — Present

  • Develop and implement communication and visibility strategies tailored to international and development-focused organisations

  • Translate technical and policy content into accessible narratives across digital platforms, including websites and social media

  • Support partnership development and stakeholder coordination, particularly with UN entities and international networks

  • Design digital campaigns, content calendars, and visual materials to strengthen outreach and engagement

Advisor – Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

GIZ (German Development Agency)

2021 — 2025

  • Led communication strategies and stakeholder engagement for multi-country initiatives across Africa, Asia, and Latin America

  • Built and managed partnerships with governments, UN agencies (including UNCCD), academia, and civil society organisations

  • Designed and facilitated international dialogue forums and capacity development initiatives with diverse stakeholder groups

  • Developed storytelling, visibility materials, and campaigns translating complex technical topics into engaging content

  • Supported monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management processes to improve project delivery and impact

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