Giulia De Nardis
Cairo, Egypt
Summary
Diplomat with extensive experience in government relations, policy analysis, strategic planning, and advocacy. Proven track record in leading high-stakes negotiations involving over 200 stakeholders on human rights and social policy issues. Skilled in building strategic partnerships and engaging public institutions and the private sector to advance priority objectives. Experienced in crisis management, program evaluation, and delivering results in fast-paced, complex environments. Strong decision-maker and relationship builder. Committed to civil rights and civil liberties.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Consul
Embassy of Italy in Egypt
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
2025.04 - Current
- Built strong working relationships with local government officials for smoother diplomacy processes, fostering better cooperation.
- Monitored regional events providing timely updates to home office.
- Developed effective crisis management plans ensuring safety of nationals abroad during emergencies, including +10 complex evacuations.
- Supervised +25 member team overseeing all consular activities, including visa applications.
- Upheld human rights standards in all interactions.
Diplomat
Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations
New York, NY
2020.07 - 2025.04
- As Head of Human Rights and Humanitarian Office, led +50 negotiations on human rights, social and economic issues and facilitated landmark Resolution on Moratorium on the Use of the Death Penalty that, for first time in history, secured two-thirds majority vote in favor by entire UN membership.
- Monitored long-term impact of +30 programs and initiatives on human rights, social and economic issues, providing timely and strategic advice to ensure alignment with broader goals.
- Designed and evaluated proposals for allocating +$80 million in Italian government financial aid and grants.
- Organized and led high-profile meetings and events as Chief of Staff and Chief of Protocol, engaging +300 high-level participants while coordinating teams of +25 staff members.
Diplomat
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Italy
Roma, Italy
2016.09 - 2020.07
- Managed diverse portfolio of high-priority dossiers in Cabinet of Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, under intense time pressure.
- Provided strategic advice on key policy issues, ensuring precision, accuracy and actionable recommendations.
- Authored +50 briefs and reports with focus on human rights.
- Coordinated complex operational activities across network of 100+ Embassies, Missions and Consulates, ensuring communication and alignment with Headquarters’ objectives and priorities.
Trainee Lawyer
Tempera Law Firm
Teramo, Italy
2013.12 - 2016.08
- Developed tailored legal strategies and secured favorable outcomes for clients.
- Strengthened clients' relationship by delivering strategic counsel and proactive solutions to position the firm as trusted industry leader.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory frameworks, minimizing risks and ensuring alignment with legal standards.
Judicial Assistant
Court of Appeal
Roma, Italy
2014.01 - 2016.05
- Conducted thorough legal research to support judges in drafting +30 rulings and opinions.
- Reviewed and organized case files, creating digital archives that streamlined workflows and saved hours of labor for court staff.
- Provided administrative support, managing schedules, correspondence, and meeting preparations for judges.
Assistant to the Chair of Philosophy of Law
Universita' degli Studi Roma Tre
Roma, Italy
2013.12 - 2014.12
- Conducted in-depth legal and philosophical research to support +3 lectures and course development.
- Assisted in preparing and editing academic papers and presentations.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate students on 10+ research projects.
Education
Master's Degree - Diplomatic Studies
Societa' Italiana per l'Organizzazione Internazionale
Rome, ItalyJuris Doctor - International Law
Universita' degli Studi Roma Tre
Roma, ItalySkills
- Negotiation and Relationship Building
- Strategic Planning and Project Management
- Public Affairs Analysis and Communication
- Consular Affairs
- Collaborative Leadership
- Event Organization and Financial Oversight
Certification
Qualified as Civil and Criminal Attorney (Italy)
Languages
Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Turkish
Intermediate
Timeline
Consul
Embassy of Italy in Egypt
2025.04 - Current
Diplomat
Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations
2020.07 - 2025.04
Diplomat
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Italy
2016.09 - 2020.07
Judicial Assistant
Court of Appeal
2014.01 - 2016.05
Trainee Lawyer
Tempera Law Firm
2013.12 - 2016.08
Assistant to the Chair of Philosophy of Law
Universita' degli Studi Roma Tre
2013.12 - 2014.12
Juris Doctor - International Law
Universita' degli Studi Roma Tre
Master's Degree - Diplomatic Studies
Societa' Italiana per l'Organizzazione Internazionale