Daniela Bemfica, Director of Strategic Programmes and Engagement at International Water Association (IWA)

About

Daniela Bemfica is an experienced professional specialising in urban water management, strategic planning, and project execution. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s degree in Water Resources Engineering and Environmental Sanitation. Currently, she serves as the Director of Strategic Programmes and Engagement at the International Water Association (IWA) Secretariat, where she oversees a diverse portfolio of programmes, including the Inclusive Urban Sanitation and Climate Smart Utilities initiatives, and the Digital Water Programme. Previously, she held key roles in public service, including a tenure as the Director-General of the Porto Alegre City Stormwater Department in Brazil, where she successfully secured and managed funding for large-scale stormwater and wastewater projects.

Information

• Email: daniela.bemfica@iwahq.org
• Location: London, United Kingdom
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-bemfica-181921121/

Industry experience

Education: Masters

Seniority: Manager, Director, Professor

Years of experience: 20 years or above

Work experience

• Director-general

  Porto Alegre City Stormwater Department

  1999-01  - 2017-12

• Director of Strategic Programmes and Engagement

  International Water Association (IWA)

  2020-12  - Present

Taxonomy

• Charity
• urban water security
• Urban Drainage & Flood Risk Management