Giuseppe Guzzo

• Coordinated the office of the NATO Corps Commander, acting as a civilian executive assistant equivalent.
• Managed the Commander’s agenda, relations with political and strategic leaders from 20 nations, and travel logistics.
• Oversaw strategic communication and operational-level coordination between the Commander and multinational stakeholders.
• Ensured seamless communication and operational readiness at the strategic and political interface.

• Delivered operational-level CIMIC training for military and civilian personnel, enhancing understanding of civil-military cooperation capabilities in NATO missions.
• Established working relationships with international organizations (IOs/NGOs), universities, and schools to support CIMIC education and research development.
• Assisted in the improvement of CIMIC techniques for counterinsurgency operations.

• Directed civil-military cooperation activities, serving as Liaison Officer to international organizations (UNIDO, UNOCHA, EU, Italian Cooperation Agency), regional/local governments, and security forces.
• Managed an annual €1M Italy-funded program, providing innovative solutions to support local authorities and promote governance.
• Developed and delivered courses on social entrepreneurship and product development to empower women and vulnerable communities to launch social enterprises.
• Supervised health center renovations in Mogadishu, coordinating efforts with Mogadishu Municipality and UNICEF.
• Facilitated information flow to UN agencies, ensuring accurate assessment of Mogadishu municipality and fostering timely and actionable reports.
• Established partnerships with local and regional authorities, implementing stabilization programs and enabling freedom of movement for peacekeepers.

• Planned, coordinated, and led Liaison and Monitoring Teams, enhancing KFOR’s situational awareness through strategic engagement with local authorities, international organizations, and ethnic group representatives.

• Integrated gender perspective into operations, ensuring balanced representation in NATO field team activities.
• Advised the Commander on civilian actor-related matters and coordinated training programs for NATO representatives, enhancing civil-military integration within mission frameworks.
• Managed and implemented local minority support projects, focusing on gender and ethnic inclusivity.