Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 12 years of experience in macroeconomics, public finance, and project management, the expert possesses advanced skills in communication, data management, economics, and statistics. Career highlights include managing a business transformation program at British Telecom, which resulted in delivering £9.6 million in EBITDA. Responsibilities have included operations analysis, cost improvement, and revenue growth projects. The expert has led initiatives in LATAM, achieving significant cost reductions and revenue increases. Additionally, they have contributed to international projects at Lindberg International and the European Commission, focusing on research and market analysis.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in various sectors, the expert has worked within macroeconomics, public finance, trade, statistics, public administration, SME and private sector development, research, and finance and accounting. Previously held roles have included operations analysis, project management, and research, contributing to business transformation and market analysis projects. Geographic experience spans LATAM, Denmark, and Belgium, showcasing interdisciplinary expertise in managing financial strategies and regional development projects. The expert has worked extensively in LATAM, particularly in Brazil, managing business transformation projects with British Telecom. Experience in Denmark as a Research Analyst and in Belgium during a traineeship with the European Commission has provided a deep understanding of regional development issues and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

With a strong command of languages, the expert is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, with Portuguese being the native language. Basic proficiency in French complements their language skills, which have been utilized in various professional contexts, including working in multilingual teams and conducting international business operations in regions such as LATAM. The expert's educational background includes a Master’s degree in International Studies, focusing on Economics and Development, from Aarhus University in Denmark. They completed a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations at Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon, Portugal. Additionally, the expert was a visiting student in Political Science and Government at the University of Colorado at Boulder, USA, under the International Mobility Program on Atlantic Citizenship Trends (IMPACT).