Daniel Walden

Daniel Walden is a seasoned professional specializing in communications, operations, and programs focused on sustainability and resilience within complex social and environmental risk contexts.

Currently, he holds a prominent position at UNICEF UK, where he leads emergency communications in resource mobilization, media, and public relations during disasters and conflicts.

His expertise lies in inclusive governance, strategic spatial planning for risk reduction, climate adaptation, and resilience, with a specific emphasis on community engagement and urban and integrated programming.

He has a wealth of experience in child rights governance, youth engagement, and child protection concerning disaster risk reduction and response. Additionally, he excels in stakeholder engagement within program cycle management.

Daniel has a strong background in developing and delivering trainings on participatory hazard, vulnerability, and capacity assessment, as well as community-based, child-centered, and integrated disaster risk reduction methodologies.

He provides valuable program technical advice and supports organizational learning for resilience in strategy and sustainable operations.

As a proactive and inclusive leader, Daniel fosters a healthy working environment to achieve rights-based outcomes and create a sustainable future.

Daniel Walden's educational background includes a Master of Science (MSc) in Spatial Planning from UCL, an MSc in Theory and History of International Relations from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), a BA (Hons) in Philosophy from Lancaster University, and an Erasmus in Philosophy from the University of Helsinki.

Throughout his career, Daniel has held significant roles such as Principal Humanitarian Adviser/Deputy Head of International Programmes at UNICEF UK, Senior DRR Consultant at IMC Worldwide, Senior Disaster Risk Reduction Adviser at Save the Children, and various other positions focusing on disaster risk reduction, child protection, and community engagement.

He has also worked in research roles at esteemed organizations like the Overseas Development Institute, ActionAid, and Frontier/Society for Environmental Exploration.

Daniel Walden is a multifaceted professional with a passion for driving positive change and building resilient communities through his diverse skill set and wealth of experience.