Key skills and expertise

With 37 years of experience in public financial management, risk management, internal control, and audit, the expert has led numerous international projects across Europe, Africa, and Asia. His expertise includes designing audit methodologies, implementing financial management systems, and enhancing internal controls. Previously held roles such as Team Leader and Resident Twinning Advisor have allowed him to contribute to successful project outcomes. Career highlights include strengthening legal frameworks, developing training programs, and improving audit practices, significantly enhancing organizational effectiveness and compliance with international standards.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Union, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), and the World Bank. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in public financial management and internal audit. The expert has been involved in regional and national projects in countries like Armenia, Moldova, Namibia, Swaziland, Tanzania, and Georgia. These projects have focused on governance and financial management reform, enhancing institutional capacity, and implementing best practices in auditing and financial control.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at various sectors including macro-economics, public finance, finance and accounting, audit, and risk management. The expert has held roles such as Team Leader and Internal Audit Expert, focusing on public financial management and institutional development. His cross-cutting expertise includes designing and implementing management information systems and enhancing internal audit frameworks. The geographic scope of his work spans Europe, Africa, and Asia, where he has contributed to strengthening governance and financial management practices. Key locations of experience include Sweden, Armenia, Moldova, Namibia, Swaziland, Tanzania, Georgia, Malawi, Vanuatu, Laos, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kenya, Russia, Kosovo, Zambia, Nigeria, and Latvia.

Languages and education

Bringing a strong educational foundation, the expert holds an MSc in Business Administration and Economics with a specialization in Accounting and Financing from Uppsala University, Sweden, obtained in 2002. Additionally, he earned a BSc in Business Administration and Economics, also specializing in Accounting and Financing, from the same institution in 1988. Fluent in English, with excellent proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing, he has utilized English extensively in international projects and collaborations, working with multilingual teams across various countries. Additionally, he is a native Swedish speaker, which supports his communication in both local and international contexts. While he has basic proficiency in German, there is no mention of formal language certifications in the provided information.