Juan Garland, Humanitarian & Nonprofit Career Coach

Juan Garland is a senior humanitarian and nonprofit professional with more than 20 years of experience working with international organisations, civil society partners, volunteer-based organisations, and the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.

Unlike a general career coach, Juan brings direct experience from inside the humanitarian and nonprofit sector. He has served as Secretary General of the Ecuadorian Red Cross and has held several IFRC roles supporting National Society Development, institutional transformation, governance, leadership, volunteer development, and organizational strengthening. He has also worked with Save the Children Sweden on regional programs related to child rights, participation, protection, and partnerships.

Juan supports young professionals who want to enter or grow within the humanitarian and nonprofit sector. He helps them understand how the sector works, how international organisations assess candidates, and how to present their experience in a way that is clear, credible, and aligned with mission-driven work.

His coaching style is practical, honest, and encouraging. He helps clients move from general interest — "I want to work in humanitarian or nonprofit organisations" — to a clearer professional direction, stronger application materials, and concrete next steps. His approach combines career strategy, sector insight, and personal reflection, helping clients connect their skills, values, and motivation with realistic opportunities.

In addition to his humanitarian and consulting experience, Juan has taught International Human Resources at Universidad del Pacífico, focusing on leadership, organizational culture, talent management, and global people management.