Key skills and expertise

With over 36 years in development cooperation, the expert specializes in agricultural and rural development. He has extensive experience in financial management and grant schemes, having led projects funded by the EU and other international donors. Previously held roles such as Financial Advisor and Team Leader, he has been responsible for capacity building and strategic planning. Career highlights include preparing documentation for multiple grant schemes and designing capacity-strengthening activities. His leadership has been pivotal in regional and rural development collaborations with local governments and international agencies.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing a wealth of experience, the expert has collaborated with international donors such as the EU, UNDP, SIDA, NORAD, and ADB. His involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building across sectors like agriculture, rural development, and infrastructure. Worked on regional and national projects in locations including Ethiopia, Turkey, Swaziland, Bangladesh, and Zambia. Responsibilities have included managing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects and providing strategic guidance on donor-funded initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions across key sectors including rural development, agriculture, civil society, procurement, and grants management. He has held roles such as Financial Advisor, Senior Grants Implementation Advisor, and Team Leader. His interdisciplinary expertise includes financial management in rural settings and capacity building. He has contributed to regional and country-specific projects in Africa, Asia, and Europe, integrating infrastructure and digitalization into rural development initiatives. His extensive geographic experience spans Ethiopia, Swaziland, Turkey, Botswana, Bangladesh, Zambia, Georgia, Nepal, South Africa, and Vietnam, providing him with deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is fluent in English, with a competency level rated as excellent in reading, speaking, and writing. Swedish is his native language. His language skills have been utilized in international development projects, working with multilingual teams across various countries. He holds a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Sweden, completed between August 1979 and January 1984.