Composition of the Service
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Ms. Beatrix KANIA
Chief of Protocol Beatrix joined the UN after 30 years in the German diplomatic service. Serving as the UN Chief of Protocol is a dream come true for her. She would love to have a dog (preferably, a boxer), takes ice-skating classes and has published a cookbook.
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Mr. Jean-Marc KOUMOU?
Deputy Chief of Protocol Jean-Marc joined the Protocol and Liaison Service in February 2026 as its Deputy Chief of
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Ms. Aicha BENMANSOUR
Senior Protocol Officer Aicha joined the Protocol and Liaison Service in 2018 after working for many years in the UN system, including UNICEF, UNFPA, UNITAR and UNFCCC, both in Headquarters and in the field. She graduated in various disciplines such as Communication, International Relations, Diplomacy, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, Emergency Preparedness and... Scuba Diving. Her favorite aspect of her current job is the diversity of the people encountered and the collaborative efforts for the global common good. She is a proud mother of two who loves traveling, reading, and exploring the underwater world.
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Mr. Fariz MIRSALAYEV
Protocol Officer Having joined the Protocol and Liaison Service years ago, Fariz thoroughly enjoys the multilateral and shared nature of the work carried by his Office, as well as the opportunities the subject work presents for contributing to broader, common, goals and objectives of the United Nations Organization. Holding dual degrees in international law and diplomacy, as well as in music education and performance (piano), he is keenly aware of the importance of (always) finding meaningful functional polyphony among divergent, yet collaborating, approaches.
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Ms. Carolina LLOVERA ALCAZAR
Protocol Officer Carolina joined the Protocol and Liaison Service in September 2024 after working in the UN Specialized Agencies FAO, IFAD and UNESCO. She is passionate about international affairs and committed to contribute to a more inclusive, innovative, and effective multilateralism. As a means of relaxation, she likes to practice yoga and gardening.
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Mr. Hans GROHMANN
Senior Protocol Assistant Hans has worked in Protocol since 1994 and enjoys the ceremonial aspects of Protocol, from fun and colorful photo opportunities to serious and formal flag ceremonies, to solemn memorials. His lifelong martial arts training helps him maintain patience and calm to deal with the challenges of Protocol.
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Ms. Stephanie GODFREY
Senior Protocol Assistant Stephanie joined the Protocol Office in March 2026, bringing with her nearly two decades of experience across the United Nations. She began her UN career in November 2008 with the Department of Political Affairs (DPA), serving in the Executive Office Finance Team. After 14 years of dedicated service in DPA, she transitioned to the Executive Office of the Department of General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM) in February 2023. Stephanie is known by her family, colleagues and friends for her love of organizing events, traveling, meeting new people, and dancing - interests that reflect her vibrant and engaging personality.
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Ms. Millicent LENOLNGENJE
Assistant to the Chief of Protocol Millicent began her career with the United Nations in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2019, where she provided human resources services at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). In 2023, she joined the Human Resources team in the Executive Office of the Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM). She enjoys meeting and working with people from diverse backgrounds, dancing, spending time outdoors in nature, and traveling (currently hoping to visit all 50 states of the United States).
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Mr. Roderick SANTOS
Protocol Assistant Roderick began his career at the United Nations Headquarters in New York in 1999. Before joining UN Protocol in 2013, he previously worked as a staff of the UN Publishing Section, the UN Interpretation Service, and the UN Verbatim Reporting Service. Although a bonsai enthusiast and artisan, he is also passionate about drawing and inking, among other creative genres of the visual arts.
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Mr. Patrick RUIZ
Protocol Assistant Patrick joined the UN after more than a decade in the Philippine civil service, including in the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Foreign Affairs. He enjoys spending time with nature and likes to travel with curiosity to learn about the history and culture of the people he meets. Patrick played in a local groove metal band in his younger years and still enjoys listening to metal music.
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Mr. Haunath KASSI
Protocol Assistant Haunath started at the United Nations in September 2008. After working in the UN Publishing Section, he joined the Protocol and Liaison Service in 2011. Since Haunath was a child he liked to follow the news and learn about the world around him. So he is thrilled to be working in an environment where he can meet and interact with the actors and the makers of the news. He also enjoys dancing to the sounds of Gospel music.
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