Key skills and expertise

With 27 years in the health sector, the expert specializes in community health, focusing on HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health, and nutrition. Excelling in adult training, grant management, and program development, the expert has led international projects, providing technical assistance and capacity building. Notable achievements include managing a grant portfolio at Amplify Change and training over 200 stakeholders in child protection and sexual assault awareness. Leadership roles have included health center management and strategic advisory positions, enhancing health initiatives with organizations like the US Peace Corps.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as UNICEF, Global Fund, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), and USAID. Involvement includes managing grants, providing technical assistance, and capacity building in the health sector, focusing on community and maternal health. The work has been conducted on a national scale in Burkina Faso, involving the Ministry of Health and other technical and financial partners. Coordination with organizations like the US Peace Corps and Living Goods has supported health system digitalization and performance management initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked extensively in the health sector, focusing on community health, maternal and child health, and nutrition. Roles such as Strategic Advisor, Performance Manager, and Programming and Training Specialist have included responsibilities in grant management, capacity building, and program development. The expert has contributed to digital health initiatives, particularly in the digitization of community health systems. Work has primarily been in Burkina Faso, with a national focus on health system strengthening and collaboration with international partners. Extensive experience in Burkina Faso has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, engaging in regional development projects and providing technical assistance and capacity building in community health.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in French and has professional proficiency in English, utilized in various professional contexts, including working with international organizations and collaborating with multilingual teams in Burkina Faso. The expert holds a Diplôme d’Etat d’Infirmier in Nursing and Community Health from Ecole Nationale de Santé Publique, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, completed in June 1998. Additionally, a Baccalauréat in Maths and Life Sciences was obtained from Lycée Bafuji, Gaoua, Burkina Faso, completed in July 1995.