GSC COORDINATORS

GSC Coordinators provide strategic direction to the GSC (advised by the SAG) and engage regularly in the Global Cluster Coordinators Group as well as other inter-cluster coordination fora.

GFPs for Coordination have been enhancing the coordination provided by country-level clusters. They oversee that country-level clusters are fulfilling the six core functions defined by the IASC with a particular focus on supporting service delivery, informing strategic decision-making, planning and strategy development, advocacy, and monitoring and reporting.

Angel Pascual - UNHCR Angel Pascual currently holds the position of Senior Coordination Officer at the Global Shelter Cluster with UNHCR since 2019. Angel developed a passion for urban planning since childhood and went on to study in the UK specializing in the fields of Urban Design, Tourism Planning and Development Studies. Angel initiated his professional career as an Urban Designer and Traffic Engineer in the private sector in London before moving to the public sector at the planning department of a London Local Council.  In a pursuit to make a difference to those affected by conflict and disaster, Angel later followed a career in development humanitarian response management having work as Shelter Program Coordinator and Urban Planner in Afghanistan and Lebanon and later as Head of Office and Programs for multiple organizations such NRC, DRC, ACTED, PU-AMI and Merlin among others, managing programs in the fields of Protection, Education, Livelihoods, Logistics as wells as Shelter and WASH. Angel has extensive experience in capacity building and training delivery as well development of policy and technical guidance. Angel has worked and lived in countries such as Afghanistan, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey and Syria among others and has a passion for travel having visited over 90 countries around the world

Francisco Monteiro - IFRC Francisco is seconded to the Global Shelter Cluster from the Australian Red Cross, and brings wide experience in post disaster shelter and construction coordination and implementation (Philippines, Mozambique, Nepal, Vanuatu) humanitarian response & coordination training – sphere, shelter, wash and logistics (Australia, Fiji, Indonesia, Malaysia and Nepal) and management of large scale conflict and post conflict reconstruction programmes (World Bank Timor-Leste, UNOPS Iraq, UNESCO World Heritage Centre Mozambique). An Architect by trade and a humanist by choice, thrives working in teams, alongside and learning from local experts.  Fluent in Portuguese, English, French and Spanish.

ROVING COORDINATORS

The Roving Shelter Cluster Coordinators are experienced cluster coordinators readily available to be deployed to activate and support cluster operations for the top tier emergencies. These deployments are done together with a Roving Shelter Cluster Information Manager. Between deployments, they support the Global Shelter Cluster initiatives and provide remote support to country-level clusters.

REGIONAL FOCAL POINTS FOR COORDINATION

Regional focal points for coordination provide support to country-level clusters with preparedness and contingency planning activities. They also provide surge capacity when required to help set-up clusters or fill specific gaps. Between deployments, they provide remote support to country-level clusters in their regions according to their skills, in areas such as contingency planning, urban responses, settlement approach, and others.

GLOBAL FOCAL POINTS FOR INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

GFPs for Information Management support country-level clusters by consolidating guidance, setting up IM systems in new emergencies, supporting coordination teams in country directly or remotely, and developing training materials.

Neil Bauman - IFRC/Canadian Red Cross Neil is an architect, senior shelter advisor, and information management specialist with the Canadian Red Cross who has been supporting the Shelter Cluster since 2005.  His work has supported both operations and coordination activities in more than a dozen countries at field level and many more through remote support. During his time with the Shelter Cluster, Neil has been involved in many different elements of its support to cluster partners.  He has been a lead facilitator of the Humanitarian Shelter Coordination Training (HSCT) and has delivered a number of trainings focused on information management and shelter technical skills.

Hussien Ahmad - UNHCR Hussein is from Syria and has previous experience in IMO roles in Syria, Libya and Bangladesh on IDP and refugee programs over the last 10 years including Shelter and Protection Clusters. Hussein has a PhD in data science with extensive experience in academic research, data management and analysis including advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques; and software development using multiple platforms and programming languages.   Hussien brings strong language skills, speaking English, Arabic (native) and intermediate French and Spanish.

ROVING INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICERS

The Roving Shelter Cluster Information Management Officers readily available to be deployed to activate and support cluster operations by consolidating guidance, setting up IM systems in new emergencies, supporting coordination teams in country directly or remotely, and developing training materials.

Audrey Gallecier - UNHCR Audrey has extensive experience in humanitarian research and analysis, with a strong focus on leading multi-sectoral needs assessments and delivering capacity-building trainings. Over the past six years, she has held various roles with IMPACT Initiatives, as GIS Officer and Assessment Officer, working in Iraq, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Jordan for the Yemen mission. She has also undertaken shorter missions in Northwest Syria, Moldova and Somalia. In addition to her work with IMPACT, she has collaborated closely with UNDAC, where she has facilitated training workshops on assessment methodologies and deployed in response to emergencies, including the flash flood response in Gambia.   Audrey is fluent in French, Spanish and English.

Daniela Salazar - IFRC Daniela Salazar studied International Relations at the University of Rosario in Colombia. She holds two master’s degrees: one in International Cooperation and Development from the Institute of Political Studies of Bordeaux, and the other in Development Studies from the Geneva Graduate Institute. Daniela has over five years of professional experience in international cooperation, external relations, partnerships, sustainability, and climate action, with a focus on developing and implementing projects aimed at expanding partnerships and promoting climate action and sustainable practices.   She has worked across various sectors, including government agencies, semi-private organizations, NGOs, and international organizations. She has also collaborated on different research projects with international organizations, particularly in the areas of just transitions and the climate-health nexus. In the past year, Daniela worked with the IFRC’s Climate, Environment, Urban, and Resilience Unit, focusing on communications, event management, and coordination activities related to Early Warning and Anticipatory Action, specifically supporting Pillar 4 of the Early Warning for All initiative.

GLOBAL FOCAL POINTS FOR RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY

GFP for Research advances and fosters links with academia while GFP for Advocacy ensures that the GSC Advocacy efforts are guided by research and inform practice, policy and guidance.

GLOBAL FOCAL POINTS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

The GFP for Environment is responsible for coordinating the greening activities, supporting implementing partners and clusters, and supporting the monitoring framework for the relevant initiatives.

ROVING SHELTER-HLP ADVISOR/SUPPORT TEAM

The Roving Shelter-HLP Advisors will support country-level Shelter Clusters, and Cluster-like mechanisms on Shelter-HLP related issues. The Advisors will support with strategy development, contextualizing tools and templates, and will bring best practice from one country to another. The emphasis for this position will be on capacity building and awareness raising for securing good enough tenure security across a variety of contexts and shelter responses.

GFP FOR ASSESSMENTS

The GFP for Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation (AME) is responsible for planning, developing and carrying out assessments (as commissioned by the GSC) as well as supporting the cluster in extrapolating evidence-based information, lessons learned and best practices from the field.

Elsa Perreau - Impact Initiatives   Elsa has been working in research and assessments for the past 9 years. She started her career as a consultant in public policy research and evaluation in the development sector. She joined IMPACT Initiatives in 2021 as a Senior Assessment Officer. Since then, she's been deployed in Haiti, Uganda and Central African Republic. She is currently the shelter and energy focal point at IMPACT Initiatives.   Elsa is fluent in French, English, Spanish and German.

GFP FOR TECHNICAL COORDINATION

The GFP for Technical Coordination support country-level clusters on shelter and settlement technical issues. In addition, they support country-level clusters by developing global level tools on technical issues. They moderate the GSC Community of Practice and participate in GSC initiatives, working groups and fora upon request.​

Pascal Panosetti - IFRC Pascal is seconded to the Global Shelter Cluster from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC - Construction Expert Group) and is based in IFRC headquarters in Geneva. Pascal is a construction technician and draughtsman with almost 20 years of experience in construction project management, both for architectural firms in Geneva and for humanitarian organizations in crisis-hit countries (Indonesia, Haiti, Bangladesh, Nepal, Madagascar, Syria and Morocco). Pascal has worked nearly 10 years in the field particularly for Natural Disaster Responses, with various organizations: the SDC, international NGOs, the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement and IOM. Pascal is also certified from the University of Geneva in Strategy and Project Design for Humanitarian Action and has also expertise in the development, coordination and management of multi-sectoral projects and cash-based programming. He speaks French, English and Italian.

GFP FOR SETTLEMENTS APPROACH

The GFP for the Settlements Approach is responsible for mainstreaming the Settlements Approach into global and country-level strategies and programming, promoting more integrated, evidence-based and localized responses.  Their role includes providing advisory and technical support, building capacity, capturing key learnings, and supporting broader Settlements Approach advocacy and collaboration efforts.

Stephanie Anderson - Impact Initiatives Stephanie is seconded to the Global Shelter Cluster from IMPACT Initiatives, with ten years of experience in applied research and analysis within humanitarian contexts. She brings expertise in advancing evidence-based programming and operationalizing the Settlements Approach at both coordination and partner levels. With a strong background in resilience, early recovery, and humanitarian-development nexus applications, she has supported responses in Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. Passionate about learning and collaboration, Stephanie is dedicated to enhancing support for crisis-affected communities and promoting accountable, localised, and people-centered assistance.  She holds a master’s degree in international development and bachelor’s degrees in cultural anthropology and international studies.

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