Ricardo Molares

  • ricardomolares@yahoo.com
  • Colombia
  • 02/07/2024
Laboratory, Field work, Office work Blue economy Climate change Communication Coastal management Management and consultancy Marine policy Marine research Marine renewable energy Oceanography

Personal Summary

I bring 25 years of experience working with the Colombian maritime authority, where I served as a scientific researcher at both the Caribbean and Pacific oceanographic-and-hydrographic research institutes. During my tenure, I had the privilege of directing both institutes from 2007 to 2015.

My approach to problem-solving is characterized by a blend of detailed analysis and flexible, pragmatic strategies. I thrive on innovation, constantly seeking novel solutions while maintaining alignment with our core objectives. My awareness of personal limitations drives me to learn from others and independently explore new avenues.

In high-pressure and complex situations, I maintain a calm and decisive demeanor, ensuring efficient resolution. My confidence extends to intercultural environments, where I excel in public speaking. As a leader, I prioritize loyalty to goals, collaborative partnerships, and fair treatment of subordinates.

Work Experience

Consultant
Feb 2023 - Jun 2024 World Bank Group

Consultant at the World Bank Group as Nature-based solutions (NbS) specialist to update the Colombian Coastal Erosion Master Plan

Consultant
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 AECON

Marine science and maritime expert at AECON for Offshore Wind Farm projects (Goleta and Bergatín) in Colombia.

Consultant
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 Aquabiosfera

Ocean modelling expert of drill cuttings at Aquabiósfera SAS for the environmental impact 
assessment of Glaucus and Gorgon well offshore drilling project in the Caribbean

Consultant
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 ECO SAS

Consultant for marine weather forecast during ocean  monitoring operations at ECO SAS - Offshore wind farm project (Vientos Alisios) in the Caribbean

Consultant
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 C&M Consultores

Coastal engineer expert at C&M Consultores for the evaluation of the extension to the sea of the runaway of the airport of Santa Marta / Colombia

Consultant
Mar 2018 - Dec 2019 CRA

Ocean science and maritime expert at the Atlantic Regional at Environmental Agency for the Blue 
Agenda Project - Action plan for climate change and other coastal hazards / Colombia

Consultant
Feb 2017 - Dec 2017 CIOH

Consultant at Colombian Maritime Authority for monitoring the Magdalena River flow and sedimentary changes (k2 al k38)

Consultant
Jul 2017 - Sep 2017 Tumaco Pacific Port

Ocean modelling expert at TUMACO PACIFIC PORT for the oil spill contingency plan of Tumaco Bay
Colombia – Pacific coast

Director
Jan 2013 - Apr 2015 CIOH

Project manager and principal investigator (PI), including coordination with Latam countries, UK and the Antarctic Secretariat for the Colombian first expedition to Antarctica.

Colombian Representative
Jun 2015 - Dec 2016 Colombian Embassy London

Colombian Representative to the International Maritime Organization – UN at Colombian government

Director
Jan 2012 - Jun 2015 DIMAR

Director in Marine Research Institutes at Colombian Maritime Authority. Served as the scientific and executive director of both Colombian Caribbean and Pacific Oceanographic and Hydrographic Research Institutes (2007-2009; 2012-2015)

Dean
Aug 2011 - Dec 2012 Colombian Naval Academy

Dean of the Faculty of Oceanography at Colombian Naval Academy. Supported the BSc and MSc programs in oceanography and other short courses in coastal and marine sciences.

Director
Jan 2007 - Jul 2009 CCCP

Served as the scientific and executive director of both Colombian Caribbean and Pacific Oceanographic and Hydrographic Research Institutes (2007-2009; 2012-2015).

Naval Officer
Jun 1991 - Dec 2016 Colombian Navy

Colombian Navy Oficcer. Last rank: Captain

Education

MSc. Coastal and Marine Engineering and Management
Jul 2009 - Aug 2011 TUDelft (Delft, Netherlands) – NTNU (Trondheim, Norway) – UPC (Barcelona, Spain)
Postgraduate National Defense and Security,
Jan 2006 - Dec 2006 Nueva Granada Military University
BSc. Physical Oceanography
Jan 1998 - Dec 1996 Colombian Naval Academy
BSc. Naval Sciences
Jul 1986 - Jul 1990 Colombian Naval Academy

Name and surname

Ricardo Molares

Nationality

Spanish / Colombia

Years of experience

More than 20 years

Are you looking for a job in:

I am willing to move abroad

Additional training

Advanced Professional Training: Sustainable Use of Coastal and Marine Resources (Coastal Integrated Zone Management), Carl Duisberg Gesellschaft e.V. (INWENT), Bremem, Germany

Language (indicate level)

Spanish and English (professional)

Digital competences (indicate level)

MS / Word / Excell / PowerPoint / Excelent

Matlab / Good

Various numerical modells in ocean sciences 

Personal website / LinkedIN

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardo-molares-babra-b0717521/