Haydeé “Nancy” Rumaldo, MA

Bio

Nancy Rumaldo is a nutritionist and public health professional, recognized for her ability to design and drive strategic interventions grounded in direct work with vulnerable populations. After a solid trajectory leading projects in the field, she now brings an integrated perspective to her role as Strategic Coordination Officer at Medipeace Peru.

In her current position, Nancy leads processes of institutional coordination, multisectoral cooperation, and technical positioning, building alliances with public-sector institutions, private actors, and international cooperation agencies. Her work focuses on strengthening initiatives in child health, One Health, mental health, and migrant populations, ensuring alignment with national policies and relevance across urban, rural, and Amazonian settings.

Her previous experience as Program Manager at Partners In Health Peru gives her a deep understanding of the operational and social challenges inherent in community-based work. She has directed projects funded by Grand Challenges Canada, guiding them from pilot stages to expansion phases, implementing community support models that reduce gaps in early childhood development and maternal mental health.

Nancy has also collaborated in applied research with teams from Harvard Medical School and Boston University. Her recent work integrates climate resilience and water insecurity as key determinants of maternal and child health, generating publications that provide evidence to inform interventions and policies aimed at Indigenous and high-risk communities.

Nancy holds a Master’s degree in Social Project and Program Management from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. As a Senior Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity, she continues to promote initiatives that combine technical rigor, community-centered approaches, and a strong commitment to social justice.