Key skills and expertise.

Bringing over 42 years of experience in public sector reform and international development, the expert specializes in institutional restructuring and change management. Key qualifications include leadership in organizational design, public policy development, and capacity building. The expert has led projects in governance, health, education, and security across various countries. Career highlights include leading legislative strengthening programs and strategic planning initiatives. Previously held roles such as Chief of Party and Team Leader, the expert has a proven track record in enhancing governance structures and implementing successful change management strategies.

Project experience and donor exposure.

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with major donors such as DFID, USAID, ADB, and the European Union. Experience includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building across governance, health, education, and security sectors. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, conducted in locations including Afghanistan, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Malawi. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, public administration reviews, and institutional strengthening, aligning with donor development strategies and frameworks.

Sectors and geographic focus.

Worked across key sectors such as administration, security, democratization, institutional development, human resources, and program management. Background includes positions at various levels, focusing on organizational design, change management, and capacity building. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise encompasses public administration reform, security sector strengthening, and governance enhancement. The geographic scope of work includes regions such as Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, where the expert has implemented projects at both national and regional levels. Extensive geographic experience includes working in Afghanistan, Australia, Indonesia, Iraq, Malawi, Malaysia, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, and the Philippines. The expert possesses deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Recurring involvement in these regions includes long-term assignments focused on public sector reform and capacity building, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of cultural dynamics and governance challenges.

Languages and education.

With a background in international contexts, the expert is fluent in English, with a competence level of 1 in reading, speaking, and writing. Language skills have been utilized in various international contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams across multiple countries. Additionally, the expert has undergone language training in Indonesian, enhancing effectiveness in Southeast Asian regions. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Government/International Relations from the University of Tasmania, Australia, and an MPA in IHRM/Change Management/Civil Service Reform from the University of Canberra, Australia. Educational background also includes an MA in International Relations from the Australian National University and a Graduate Diploma in Strategic Studies from the Australian Joint Services Staff College. Further qualifications include a BA (Honours) in Southeast Asian Studies from Murdoch University, Australia, and a Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation from Impact Management International in Melbourne, Australia.