Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 17 years of experience in social research, project management, and evaluation, the expert has led initiatives for UN agencies and NGOs, focusing on socio-economic development and humanitarian sectors. Key qualifications include expertise in project management, quantitative and qualitative research, data analysis, and capacity building. They have successfully developed systems and evaluation capacities, optimizing outcomes for organizations like UNDP and UNICEF. Responsibilities have included managing teams and delivering technical support in international and local projects, achieving significant advancements in gender equality and poverty reduction.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as UNDP, UNFPA, UNICEF, the World Bank, and Save the Children. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in areas like gender equality, poverty reduction, and humanitarian interventions. The projects have been national and sector-specific, focusing on governance, health, and local development. Geographic locations for this work include Haiti and other developing countries.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including food security, gender, social development, monitoring and evaluation, migration, and statistics. Previously held roles such as project manager, researcher, and evaluator, providing leadership and technical expertise in these areas. Their interdisciplinary knowledge extends to integrating quantitative research with community development and local governance. The expert's work has been both regional and country-specific, particularly in Haiti and other developing countries, addressing complex socio-economic and humanitarian challenges. They possess deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, particularly in Haiti, where they have been involved in numerous long-term assignments.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English and Spanish, with native proficiency in French. They have utilized these language skills extensively in international development contexts, working with multilingual teams and conducting research and project evaluations in diverse settings. This linguistic competence has been pivotal in collaborating with global organizations and facilitating communication across various regions. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Social Sciences (Population Studies) from El Colegio de México in Mexico City. They also possess a Master's Degree in Population and Development and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Rural Development, both from the State University of Haiti. Additionally, they completed an Environment Public Health Program at Rutgers University in New Jersey, USA.