Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 36 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation and development management, the expert has honed substantial skills in strategic planning, project design, and resource mobilization. With over 25 years dedicated to project management, they have led M&E systems for more than 25 projects. Career highlights include receiving the Farmers Voice Award and presenting at international conferences on impact evaluation and monitoring. Previously held roles such as Head of Program Quality at Action Aid Myanmar and Deputy Chief of Party at ACDI/VOCA demonstrate their leadership capabilities.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including IFAD, USAID, CIDA, USDA, Action Aid, EU, UK Aid/DFID, DANIDA, and SIDA. Their involvement has spanned project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building. Thematic areas of focus include governance, agriculture, and rural development. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, with significant work conducted in the Philippines and Myanmar.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as agriculture, rural development, governance, and community development, the expert has taken on leadership roles focusing on project management, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes the integration of digital tools like GIS and mobile technology in development projects. The geographic scope of their work has been regional, particularly in Southeast Asia, with significant contributions in the Philippines and Myanmar, impacting both local and international projects.

With extensive geographic experience in the Philippines and Myanmar, the expert has been deeply involved in regional development projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics. They have conducted training and development initiatives with government officials and stakeholders. Additionally, the expert has participated in international conferences and training sessions in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the United States, the United Kingdom, Egypt, Turkey, Tanzania, Kenya, and the Czech Republic, which has enriched their global perspective in monitoring and evaluation.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is fluent in English and Spanish, with additional proficiency in Filipino. They have acquired basic skills in Burmese through three years of work in Myanmar, utilizing these language skills in international development projects and working with multilingual teams in diverse cultural settings.

The expert completed coursework for a Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies at Ateneo de Davao University, Philippines. They hold a Master of Arts in Extension Administration for Community Development from Silliman University, Philippines, and a Master in Public Relations from Cebu Normal University, Philippines. Additionally, they earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, graduating cum laude, from the University of San Carlos, Philippines. Their educational background also includes participation in the Conflict Transformation Program at the School for International Training in Vermont, USA.