Gisli Olafsson
Education
Háskóli Íslands
Master's degree, International Development 2017-01-01 - 2024-10-01
Háskóli Íslands
Diploma, International Development 2013-01-01 - 2017-01-01
Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen
B.Sc., Computer Science and Chemistry 1991-01-01 - 1993-01-01
Háskóli Íslands
N/A, Chemistry 1989-01-01 - 1991-01-01
Mountain View High School
High School Diploma, Exchange Student 1987-01-01 - 1988-01-01Work Experience
Rauði krossinn - Icelandic Red Cross
Current
Rauði krossinn - Icelandic Red Cross
Ushahidi
Current
Ushahidi
KLAK - Venture Mentoring Service
Current
KLAK - Venture Mentoring Service
Alþingi - Parliament of Iceland
2021-09-01 - 2024-11-01
Alþingi - Parliament of Iceland
Antler
2019-04-01 - 2021-12-01
Antler
2021-04-01 - 2021-11-01
One Acre Fund
2019-09-01 - 2021-03-01
One Acre Fund
WeRobotics
2016-05-01 - 2020-12-01
WeRobotics
Rauði krossinn - Icelandic Red Cross
2018-05-01 - 2020-05-01
Rauði krossinn - Icelandic Red Cross
NetHope
2010-09-01 - 2019-08-01
NetHope
Skills
Summary
A seasoned humanitarian executive with extensive experience leading emergency responses and integrating innovative tech solutions in crisis relief across more than 20 major disasters globally. Skilled at forging partnerships with UN agencies, NGOs, and global technology organizations to secure resources, shape policy reforms, and champion open data initiatives. Recognized for orchestrating cross-sector collaboration to deliver impactful, scalable solutions in high-pressure humanitarian contexts. Adept at uniting diverse stakeholders, nurturing high-performing teams, and adapting swiftly to dynamic environments—all while driving sustainable funding and operational excellence
