Marco Marin

•Led sustainability and certification programs for 40+ smallholder coffee producers, promoting organic and deforestation-free practices across rural regions affected by socio-economic exclusion and conflict. •Designed and delivered participatory training and capacity-building programs for 200+ producers and rural youth annually, strengthening livelihoods, governance structures, and compliance systems. •Established strategic partnerships with NGOs, international buyers, and USAID

• Conducted research and policy analysis on food systems transformation and development finance mechanisms of international organizations (e.g., KfW, IDB, AFD, Rockefeller Foundation). • Supported expert interviews, qualitative analysis, and concept development for projects across Latin America and South Asia. • Drafted analytical briefs and recommendations informing international cooperation programs.

• Coordinated community engagement, education, and livelihood programs in rural coffee-growing regions, reaching 550+ children, youth, and families. • Developed agroecological and urban farming initiatives benefiting 60+ families, enhancing food security and sustainable resource use. • Strengthened partnerships with local leaders, NGOs, and donors to support inclusive rural development. • Managed donor relations and reporting, securing funding for 50+ university scholarships and multiple community projects.

• Supported coordination of assistance programs for internally displaced families in conflict-affected areas. • Contributed to land allocation, livelihood stabilization initiatives, and operational/donor reporting. • Provided logistical and administrative support for field missions in remote rural communities.

100 PROJECTS FOR PEACE - Scholarship - Davis United World College Scholars Program • Designed and implemented a greenhouse project benefiting 150 families across four indigenous communities. • Delivered health education and human rights training, focusing on schoolchildren. • Secured competitive funding from the Davis Foundation (USA) based on project merit and impact. • Collaborated with local leaders to improve nutrition, income generation, and sustainable agricultural practices

• Supported educational programs, infrastructure development, and healthcare initiatives in rural Indigenous communities. • Assisted with school teaching, construction of community facilities, and logistics for medical brigades. • Worked closely with local leaders and NGOs to identify community needs and implement participatory development activities. • Gained experience in grassroots development, cultural sensitivity, and community engagement.