Key skills and expertise

With 18 years of experience in architecture and urban planning, specializing in sustainable urbanism and infrastructure projects, the expert has managed international and local initiatives, particularly in Mozambique. Focused on resilient shelter and school construction, their responsibilities include project management, team leadership, and stakeholder coordination. They have successfully led projects funded by major international donors, ensuring gender-sensitive programming and community integration. Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, the expert has demonstrated expertise in technical supervision, capacity building, and strategic planning.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the World Food Programme (WFP), German Cooperation, Norwegian Embassy, European Union, UNICEF, and UN-Habitat. Their involvement includes project management, technical assistance, and capacity building in areas like urban development, infrastructure, and education. Projects have been regional and national in scope, conducted primarily in Mozambique, focusing on enhancing resilience, shelter improvement, and educational infrastructure development in vulnerable communities.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors such as urban development and housing, civil engineering, and disaster reduction and humanitarian relief, the expert has held roles including project manager, technical advisor, and shelter specialist. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical supervision, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes sustainable urbanism and resilient infrastructure development. The expert's work has been primarily in Mozambique and Brazil, addressing regional and community-specific challenges in these sectors. Extensive geographic experience in Brazil and Mozambique has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in urban development and infrastructure projects. The expert has been actively involved in regional development issues, focusing on sustainable urbanism and community resilience in these countries.

Languages and education

Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with Portuguese as the native language, the expert has utilized these language skills in diverse professional settings, including international projects in Mozambique and Brazil, and collaboration with multilingual teams. They have also engaged in translation tasks, contributing to project dissemination and communication in multilingual environments. The expert holds a post-graduation in Urban Environment and Sustainability from UPC - Polytechnic University of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain. Additionally, they earned a degree in Architecture and Urbanism from Uniritter in Porto Alegre, Brazil. These academic qualifications underpin their expertise in sustainable urban development and architecture.