Key skills and expertise

With 29 years of experience in customs and logistics, the expert excels in customs administration modernization and trade facilitation. Key skills include extensive knowledge of customs laws, project management, and capacity building. The expert has led international projects in West Africa, advising on IT solutions and strategic reforms. Notable achievements include implementing the Tunisian customs reform and contributing to significant capacity-building initiatives. Leadership roles have involved managing technical assistance projects and advising customs administrations on modernization strategies.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in international collaboration, the expert has worked with prominent donors such as the French Development Agency (AFD) and the European Union. This involvement has included providing technical assistance and capacity building in customs administration modernization. Noteworthy projects include the PAAMEFIP in Mali and PARFIP in Guinea, both focusing on public finance reforms and trade facilitation. These initiatives have been national in scope, significantly enhancing governance in customs and trade sectors across West Africa.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in logistics, customs, public finance, and trade, the expert has held roles such as technical expert, project manager, and advisor. The focus has been on customs administration modernization and international trade facilitation, with cross-cutting expertise in digitalization of customs processes and infrastructure development within logistics. The geographic scope includes regional work in West Africa and specific projects in countries like Tunisia, Mali, and Ivory Coast, enhancing trade efficiency and governance. Extensive geographic experience across West and North Africa, including long-term assignments in Tunisia, Mali, Guinea, Benin, and Ivory Coast, has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics. Additionally, the expert has worked in Europe, notably in France, Belgium, and Switzerland, contributing to a broad understanding of regional development issues and international collaboration.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in Arabic, French, and English, with proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking. These language skills have been utilized in multilingual teams and international settings, enhancing communication and collaboration in diverse environments. The expert has also studied English at Blaise Pascal University in Clermont-Ferrand, France, further solidifying linguistic capabilities. Educational qualifications include a PhD from CRET-LOG, Aix-Marseille University, France, focusing on customs facilitations and AEO certification. Additionally, the expert holds a Master II in Economic Policy Management from CERDI, University of Auvergne, France, a Post Graduate Diploma in International Customs Law and Administration from the Maghreb Institute of Customs and Fiscal Economics in Algeria, and a Master’s in Commercial Studies from the Institute of High Commercial Studies in Tunisia.