The expert is a seasoned biodiversity and natural resource management professional with over thirty years of experience across national and international projects. Specialising in Sustainable Forest management, Indigenous Knowledge, biodiversity assessment, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning,  Invasive Alien plant management, and community-based natural resource management. The expert has worked collaboratively with numerous international funding organizations, governmental bodies, and multinational NGOs. Key roles include acting as a consultant for the UNDP, European Union, World Bank, and GEF. With a robust academic background in livestock science, wildlife management, and forest ecology, the expert has developed a comprehensive understanding of human-natural resource systems.

The expert's project experience includes leading roles in forest conservation, ecosystem service evaluation, and invasive species management. Key achievements involve the development of conservation management plans, biodiversity threat analysis, and capacity development for sustainable forest management. The expert is proficient in climate change mitigation projects, particularly REDD+, and has significant expertise in ethnobotanical research and ecosystem service valuation.

The expert possesses strong technical skills, such as GIS mapping and spatial analysis, and is a competent drone pilot for field assessments. Leadership responsibilities have encompassed project management, stakeholder consultations, and training workshops. Notable achievements include delivering actionable plans that integrate complex coupled human-ecosystem dynamics and recommending effective mitigation strategies for biodiversity threats.

This professional summary provides a clear view of the expert's capabilities and accomplishments, offering valuable insights for project managers evaluating candidates for critical roles in the development sector.