Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 31 years of experience in forest sciences, the expert specializes in sustainable natural resource management, reforestation, and climate change adaptation. They have successfully led both local and international projects, significantly enhancing project execution from 30% to 98% and achieving notable reforestation and training outcomes. Key qualifications include project design, strategic planning, team leadership, and partnership development. Responsibilities have included providing technical guidance and policy advice, contributing to national strategies, and securing substantial funding for environmental initiatives. Known for effective communication, the expert excels in managing multidisciplinary teams.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with donors such as the Swiss Cooperation, Swedish Cooperation (Sida), and FAO. Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building, particularly in sustainable forest management and climate change adaptation. The scope of these projects has been regional and sector-specific, focusing on forestry and environmental sustainability. Geographic locations for these donor-related activities include Africa, particularly in the Sahel and countries such as Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, and Zambia.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including environment and climate, social development, public sector governance, project management, research and innovation, and agriculture and rural development. Previously held roles such as project coordinator, technical advisor, and program manager, with responsibilities in project design, implementation, and strategic planning. The expert's cross-cutting expertise includes integrating climate change adaptation into forestry and rural development. Geographic experience spans Africa and Europe, with a focus on sustainable development and capacity building in diverse cultural and governance contexts.

Extensive geographic experience includes working in Africa, Europe, and Latin America. The expert has been involved in regional development and natural resource management in countries such as Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Kenya, and Germany. Long-term assignments in Africa have focused on sustainable forestry, climate change adaptation, and local governance. Contributions to projects in Latin American countries like Brazil and Peru, as well as European nations including Germany and Denmark, demonstrate a deep familiarity with diverse cultural and regional dynamics.

Languages and education

Fluent in Portuguese, French, and English, the expert's language skills have been extensively utilized in international project management, collaboration with multilingual teams, and communication with stakeholders across different countries. This proficiency has facilitated effective coordination and implementation of projects in diverse cultural and linguistic environments, contributing to successful outcomes in various international initiatives.

Background includes a PhD in Forest Sciences & Plant Ecophysiology from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. The expert is pursuing a Master in Program Management at the Private Polytechnical Higher Institute in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Additionally, they hold a degree as a Forest Engineer from the University Abou Bekr Belkaïd, Tlemcen, Algeria. Their academic background is further complemented by a Certificate of 2nd year of Sociology from Ouaga University 1 Professor Ki-Zerbo in Burkina Faso.