Andrés holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Kenyon College, with a year abroad at the London School of Economics and Political Science, and a double Master’s degree in International Relations from the Geneva School of Diplomacy & International Relations and the University of Business Innovation and Sustainability. He joined QUNO in 2021 as a Programme Assistant for both the Sustainable and Just Economic Systems (SJES) and Human Impacts of Climate Change (HICC) programmes. In 2023, he progressed to the role of Programme Associate for SJES and was appointed Associate Representative in 2024.

Before joining QUNO, Andrés worked with UNICEF as a junior analyst, where he was responsible for identifying income growth opportunities by benchmarking UNICEF's results against those of comparators. He also supported United Nations work in various fields, such as disarmament with UNODA and humanitarian action, and contributed to academic research on sustainability and climate change.

At QUNO, Andrés develops detailed plans for the organization’s advocacy priorities, particularly focusing on trade and sustainable development, with a specific emphasis on addressing plastic pollution. He is deeply committed to exploring the interconnectedness of global challenges and is driven by a passion for justice and the power of human stories. His work is motivated by a genuine desire to contribute positively to the world and foster a more equitable and sustainable future for all.