Ernesto Izquierdo

Ernesto Izquierdo is a seasoned Change and Project Manager with a strong emphasis on digital transformation projects, specifically MS 365 implementations. With a decade of experience, he excels in strategy development, user training, and system integration, while also championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives to enhance employee experiences.

As a certified PROSCI Change Management practitioner, Ernesto has a profound understanding of PMP and Prince2 project management methodologies. During his tenure at Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, he spearheaded the Digital Ways of Working initiative, utilizing Microsoft 365 tools to improve transparency and security. By delivering high-rated training sessions and engaging communication materials, he has successfully managed the people side of change to prepare staff for effective transitions.

Ernesto's background as a Change Adviser at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) showcases his expertise in mobilizing and engaging diverse workforces, particularly on issues relating to equity and inclusion. His ability to benchmark aid sector practices and effectively manage enterprise social networks demonstrates his proficiency in social intelligence and organizational behavior. This experience has honed his skills in community management and driving transformative change in complex organizational landscapes.

His educational background includes studies in altMBA, Change & Leadership at altMBA, Strategic Community Management at FeverBee - Community Consulting, Geopolitics and International Relations at Sciences Po Toulouse, Communication at Ecole Supérieure des Beaux-Arts de Toulouse, and Social Anthropology at Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Morelos.

Ernesto Izquierdo has served in various capacities across organizations, including roles such as Change Manager at Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, Change Adviser and Product Owner of the Enterprise Social Network at ICRC, Digital Workplace Consultant at Possibilistes, Digital Communication Advisor at ICRC, Social Marketing Officer at ICRC, among others. His diverse professional experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set and a deep understanding of change management, project management, community management, and social marketing.