The expert boasts over a decade of coordinating nonprofit programs across Africa and Canada, with a strong ability to assess community needs, design ongoing development training strategies, and bolster capacity building. A Master’s degree in Business Administration, coupled with a Bachelor of Science, underpins the expert's theoretical and practical expertise. Highlighting a collaborative spirit, the expert has engaged with international funding bodies and spearheaded partnerships with black community groups, ensuring effective delivery of entrepreneurial programs and initiatives that promote youth and gender empowerment. Having served prestigious roles like Project Coordinator and Partnership and Community Engagements Manager, the expert’s responsibilities spanned identifying critical gaps within communities, organizing impactful events, and fostering high-visibility presence for organizations. Leadership accolades include increasing project visibility and facilitating over 60 regional and national negotiation meetings. Noteworthy achievements include advising 40+ youth on regional funding opportunities and generating 40+ new business opportunities in East Africa. Demonstrating technical acumen, the expert is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Project Management tools, possessing key strengths in project coordination, conflict resolution, and budgeting. The expert’s engaging communication skills in both French and English have effectively supported diverse international teams, enabling successful cross-cultural collaborations. This robust blend of expertise and multicultural experience positions the expert as a distinguished candidate for development sector leadership roles.