The expert boasts over 20 years of rich experience in the development sector, with a strong emphasis on research, participatory training, and environmental preservation. They have been deeply involved in various projects across Canada and Ghana, focusing on rural development, food security, poverty reduction, and water & sanitation. The expert has collaborated with international organizations, notably contributing to the USAID-funded Ghana MEL Capacity Building Project and engaging with local agencies in renewable energy and agro-value chains. Their academic and professional journey is marked by leadership roles such as Acting Director of the Nunavut Bureau of Statistics in Canada and Assistant Director of Community Development for The Hunger Project—Ghana. Notable achievements include securing funding through successful proposal writing, leading to impactful projects like computerization schemes and collaborations on crop export ventures. The expert's technical competence spans full computer literacy and skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Moodle, with a proven track record in effective communication, leadership, and training dissemination sessions. Their work in challenging contexts has produced several publications, underpinning their authority and commitment to advancing development goals.