Key skills and expertise.

Bringing over 37 years of experience, the expert excels in procurement, program management, and finance. Key qualifications include extensive project management and public procurement expertise, particularly with EU procedures. Career highlights involve leading initiatives in governance, health, and education across various countries, implementing computerized accounting systems, and developing capacity-building programs. Responsibilities have included managing large-scale international projects, adapting procurement processes, and overseeing financial management. Notable accomplishments involve the successful implementation of complex projects and the development of procedural manuals for financial and procurement management.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Commission, Belgian Technical Cooperation, and KfW. Previously held roles in project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in sectors like health, governance, and education. Responsibilities have included managing projects on regional and national scales, involving the development of public procurement procedures and financial management systems. Geographic scope includes the Democratic Republic of Congo, Algeria, Afghanistan, Jordan, Syria, Serbia, and Kosovo, among others.

Sectors and geographic focus.

With a background in key sectors including procurement, finance, program management, health, education, and governance, the expert has held roles such as project manager, procurement expert, and financial consultant. Demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in the digitalization of accounting systems and infrastructure development, the expert's work spans regional and country-specific projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Algeria, Afghanistan, and beyond. Responsibilities have included implementing EU procurement procedures, managing complex international projects, and developing capacity-building programs, showcasing an ability to integrate cross-sectoral knowledge in diverse environments. Extensive geographic experience includes work in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Algeria, Afghanistan, Jordan, Syria, Serbia, the Philippines, Kosovo, and several European countries including Belgium, Spain, and Romania. Deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where long-term assignments have been undertaken, is a notable aspect of the expert's career.

Languages and education.

The expert is fluent in French and English, with advanced proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing. These language skills have been utilized extensively in international settings, working with multilingual teams across various countries. Proficiency in these languages has been crucial in managing projects and facilitating communication in diverse environments. Additionally, passive knowledge of Dutch supports work in multilingual contexts. The expert holds a BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care from the Open University in the United Kingdom, completed between 2013 and 2017. Additionally, a Diplôme en Comptabilité Fiscalité was earned from the Institut Commercial Supérieur de l’Université Libre de Bruxelles in Belgium, completed from 1986 to 1990.