With a robust background in both local and international development initiatives, the expert stands as a seasoned professional in the development sector. Demonstrating significant expertise, particularly in the integration of energy, agriculture, forestry, and climate change, the expert has developed a diverse portfolio of successful projects across the globe. Their work primarily spans sectors such as rural development, energy, and the environment, focusing on sustainable land use, agrifood systems, and rural energy.

The expert has consistently collaborated with international funding organizations, contributing to essential partnerships with the UN, national and local governments, private sector entities, and NGOs. Such collaborations underline their capacity to foster cooperative efforts, striving toward long-term objectives and strategic milestones. At the core of the expert's expertise lies a strategic vision with over two decades of profound experience operating under the UN charter, where they have skillfully coordinated multi-faceted programs across various continents.

Leadership roles have included overseeing the FAO's 'Energy-Smart Food' and Circular Bioeconomy programs. In these roles, the expert coordinated activities related to energy for agrifood chains in both development and humanitarian contexts, significantly contributing to the Global Bioenergy Partnership. They also played a pivotal role as a FAO Representative on international committees and advisory groups, steering projects to achieve sustainable bioeconomy guidelines and policies.

Notable achievements include enhancing institutional frameworks, developing capacity in rural energy, bioeconomy, and forestry, and advancing the rural development agenda through innovative solutions and participatory forestry. The expert has also led several short-term missions aimed at evaluating and improving agricultural and rural institutions in countries such as Cote d'Ivoire, Libya, China, and Niger.

Highly valued for their analytical prowess, the expert has provided incredibly insightful quantitative assessments to support high-level decision-making processes. They hold a deep understanding of land use systems, climate change implications on agriculture, and local governance in natural resource management, further enriched by technical skills in strategic planning, project management, and policy development.