Internal communication in international financial institutions

Abstract

The author offers a thoughtful entry on his career in communications within international financial institutions (IFIs). With experience spanning nearly 30 years, she details her evolution from roles in the private and public sector in Peru to significant positions in organizations such as the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, the European Central Bank and the International Monetary Fund. The author discusses the multifaceted nature of communications in these entities and how their understanding of this field has grown and been enriched through their global interactions and responsibilities. In addition, she reflects on how her professional development has paralleled personal growth, noting how work experience not only increases technical competence, but also personal influence within organizations. The text promises an analysis of the author’s experiences and accumulated observations in the international arena, including management and leadership issues in communications, highlighting the importance of adaptability, continuous learning and the formulation of effective communications strategies to meet emerging challenges.