Paulo Sérgio Amaral (He / Him)

IT leader with over 20 years of experience in digital transformation, technology strategy, and project leadership across international development, non-profits, public administration, and the private sector. I have a strong focus on capacity building team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational efficiency and foster a DevOps culture. I specialize in cloud technologies (AWS, GCP), container management (Docker, Kubernetes), dev tools(Python, Abap), and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform), ensuring the successful implementation of scalable IT solutions. Currently, I work with UNICEF, providing technical assistance to strengthen the Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS) and Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) systems in Timor-Leste. This involves system integration, ensuring data reliability, and conducting capacity-building workshops with government stakeholders to improve public service delivery and governance. In previous advisory roles, I served as an ICT Consultant for the Court of Appeals and the Office of the Prosecutor General, leading digital transformation initiatives, enhancing IT infrastructure, and delivering technical training to internal teams. I am skilled in training and mentoring teams, facilitating knowledge transfer, and building capacity to ensure sustainable system operations. As a Data Analyst at Catalpa, I supported social protection programs like the "Jerasaun Foun Bolsa da Mãe" and Partisipa(PNDS) Rural Development Programme initiative, where I utilized data analysis to inform decision-making and optimize program outcomes. I also led data migration efforts and ensured the seamless integration of legacy systems into new platforms. With expertise in teamwork, problem-solving, and project management, I thrive in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments, working closely with stakeholders to align technology solutions with organizational goals. Let’s connect to discuss how technology can drive positive change and impact! Furthermore, I actively contribute as an editor to the Google Cloud Community on the Medium platform, sharing my knowledge and insights with a wider audience.