Luciana Santos

Luciana Santos has over two decades of experience in resource coordination and management, currently serving as a Resource Coordination and Management Specialist at the U.S. Department of State since February 2001. In this role, Luciana plans and oversees the execution of Public Diplomacy resources for the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Brazil, managing a multi-million dollar budget and advising on resource allocation for various posts. Previously, as a Program Support Assistant, Luciana ensured compliance with grants regulations and managed Public Diplomacy grants. Luciana began a career in education at the American School of Brasilia, working as a Teaching Assistant where responsibilities included supporting students with learning disabilities and translating documents. Luciana holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.