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Bernardo Mariano Junior

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Assistant Secretary General, Chief Information Technology Officer at United Nations
📍 New York, New York, United States

Bernardo Mariano Junior is a visionary executive with 30 years of international experience, currently serving as the Assistant Secretary-General and Chief Information Technology Officer at the United Nations. He has a proven track record leading business and digital transformations at global organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). People often describe him as results-oriented, pragmatic, and a democratic team leader.

He is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology and AI for the greater good, emphasizing its role in accelerating the achievement of the UNs Sustainable Development Goals. He champions global cooperation to ensure technology serves humanity, bridging digital divides and minimizing risks. His perspective is shaped by a deep commitment to humanitarian work and fostering innovation for global progress.

Interesting fact: His career began in Mozambique, where he built Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support former combatants and returning refugees.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Assistant Secretary General, Chief Information Technology Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York, New York, United States
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AI for Good
Frequently advocates for using AI to drive climate action, advance agriculture, and achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring it serves humanity.
Digital Transformation
He has a distinguished career leading large-scale digital transformation and innovation initiatives at premier global bodies, including the UN, WHO, and IOM.
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Career

Work history

8-2021
Assistant Secretary General, Chief Information Technology Officer
United Nations
12-2018 - 8-2021
Chief Information Officer / Director Digital Health & Innovation
World Health Organization
11-2017 - 12-2018
Senior Regional Adviser for Sub Saharan Africa
IOM - UN Migration
7-2015 - 6-2018
Chief Information Officer / Director ITC
IOM - UN Migration
10-2009 - 7-2015
Regional Director for Southern Africa.
IOM - UN Migration
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Education
2013 - 2015
Master's Degree
The University of Salford
2005 - 2006
Certificate
Cranfield School of Management
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