Key skills and expertise

With over 35 years of experience, the expert specializes in livestock development planning, management systems, and veterinary science. He has extensive expertise in project design, implementation, and evaluation, working with both local and international initiatives. His accomplishments include developing monitoring tools for the beef industry and organizing impactful projects for food security. As a leader, he has managed consultancy firms and assumed roles such as Director and Senior Livestock Expert, overseeing strategic planning and capacity building to enhance livestock production and health across multiple regions.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with several international donors, including the European Union, World Bank, FAO, and DFID. His involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in the livestock and agriculture sectors. He has worked on regional and national projects across Africa and Asia, including Uganda, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, and Bangladesh. The projects have focused on livestock development, animal health, and food security, addressing challenges such as disease control, market infrastructure, and capacity development for local stakeholders.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors including agriculture, livestock management, monitoring and evaluation, and research. He has held roles such as Director and Regional Senior Livestock Expert, focusing on project management, capacity building, and strategic planning. His interdisciplinary expertise includes digitalization in agriculture and infrastructure development in rural areas. His work spans regional and country-specific projects in Africa and Asia, addressing challenges in livestock health, production, and market development.

The expert has extensive geographic experience across Africa and Asia, with significant work in Uganda, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Djibouti, and Bangladesh. His long-term assignments in South Sudan and Uganda have provided him with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics. He has been involved in regional development issues, particularly in the livestock sector, contributing to projects that address animal health, food security, and agricultural policy harmonization.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Kiswahili, utilizing these languages in professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. His language skills have facilitated effective communication in diverse regions, enhancing project implementation and stakeholder engagement in various international settings.

The expert holds a PhD in Livestock Development Planning & Management Systems, Economics in Developing Countries from Gent University, Belgium. He obtained an MSc in Animal Production and Breeding from Edinburgh School of Tropical Medicine, UK. Additionally, he earned a Post Diploma in Veterinary Epidemiology from Guelph University, Canada, and a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine & Surgery from the University of Nairobi, Kenya. These qualifications underpin his extensive expertise in livestock development and veterinary sciences.