Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 27 years of expertise in democratization and governance, the expert is adept at providing technical support and strategic guidance to governments and international organizations. Responsibilities have included leading large-scale projects globally, with a focus on communication, gender empowerment, and minority inclusion. With 34 years in communication and journalism, the expert excels in developing outreach strategies and crisis communication. Career highlights include managing UN offices and departments, emphasizing professionalism and high standards. The expert's work also includes significant contributions to wildlife conservation and climate change, integrating gender issues into national policies and projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), European Union (EU), and International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) in various capacities including project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. The thematic areas include governance, civic and voter education, and communication. Projects have been regional and national in scope, taking place in locations such as Mali, Iraq, Ethiopia, Papua New Guinea, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across several key sectors, including civil society and NGOs, humanitarian aid, monitoring and evaluation, human rights, democratization, media and communications, and environmental protection. Previously held roles such as senior communication and public outreach adviser, international consultant, and emergency management leader. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating communication strategies with gender empowerment and environmental conservation. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific projects in diverse locations, addressing complex issues in transitional democracies and conflict-affected areas. The expert has extensive geographic experience across the Balkans, Africa, Central and South-East Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. They have worked in countries including Mali, Iraq, Ethiopia, Papua New Guinea, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, among others. Their work often involves deep engagement with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, reflecting a strong familiarity with the unique challenges and opportunities in these regions.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native Italian speaker and is proficient in English and French at the C2 level. They have intermediate skills in Spanish and are studying Serbo-Croatian, Lingala, Swahili, and Arabic. These language skills have been utilized in various international contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert holds a Master Equivalent Degree in Political Science with a Sociological Specialization from the University of Bologna, Italy, graduating summa cum laude. Additionally, the expert participated in an Erasmus program at Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium.