Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 13 years of experience in the United Nations, this seasoned International Cooperation and Development professional specializes in programme and project management, policy development, and stakeholder coordination. Responsibilities have included leading multicultural teams and managing complex projects in both emergency and development contexts. With a background in advising governments on natural resource management, the expert has successfully implemented international initiatives, particularly in land tenure governance, and authored key publications. Career highlights include strong financial management skills and a comprehensive understanding of EU funding mechanisms, demonstrating a proven track record in achieving timely and efficient project outcomes.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has worked extensively with international donors such as the World Bank and the European Union. This involvement includes project implementation and technical assistance in governance and natural resource management. The expert has managed projects under the FAO's Voluntary Guidelines for Responsible Governance of Tenure of Land, Fisheries, and Forestry, focusing on capacity building and policy development. These projects have been regional and national in scope, primarily taking place in Africa and Asia, with significant work conducted in Uganda and Liberia.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in humanitarian aid, emergency response, migration, mapping and cadastre, and corporate social responsibility, the expert has held roles involving programme management, policy development, and technical advisory. Previously held roles have focused on land tenure and resilience strategies, integrating governance and conflict-related information into resilience analysis. The expert has led strategic initiatives in Uganda and Liberia, with interdisciplinary expertise in financial management and EU funding mechanisms, contributing to regional and country-specific projects aimed at sustainable development and governance. Geographic experience spans Africa and Asia, with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in Uganda and Liberia, where the expert has provided strategic advisory roles and technical advice on land policy.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Italian speaker, fluent in English with a TOEFL certification. Proficiency in Spanish is certified by the Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, and intermediate proficiency in French is certified by DELF. These language skills have been effectively utilized in diverse multicultural contexts, including work with multilingual teams in international development projects and collaboration with various stakeholders across different countries. Educational background includes a Postgraduate degree in Mediation and Conflict Resolution from the Open University of Catalonia, Spain, a Diploma Universitario di Studi Superiori from the Istituto Universitario di Studi Superiori in Pavia, Italy, focusing on human sciences, social sciences, and political sciences, an Honors degree in Political Science from the University of Pavia, Italy, and a Certificate of Attendance at Collegio Nuovo, Fondazione Sandra e Enea Mattei, in Pavia, Italy.