Key skills and expertise

With nine years of experience in architecture and urban development, the expert is proficient in project management, architectural design, and participative planning. Key technical skills include proficiency in AutoCAD, 3dsMax, and Adobe Creative Suite. The expert has led international initiatives in Oman, Ecuador, and Rwanda, focusing on site restoration and urban regeneration. Leadership roles have included project management and team leadership in sound architecture projects. Accomplishments include directing the restoration of cultural heritage sites and developing community-focused urban proposals.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing over nine years of experience, the expert has been involved in international development cooperation projects, particularly in architecture and urban planning, with a focus on participative processes and international cooperation. Career highlights include the restoration of archaeological sites in Oman and urban regeneration initiatives in Ecuador, Rwanda, and Argentina. The work spans regional and national scales, addressing infrastructure and community development through participatory planning. Responsibilities have included project implementation and technical assistance across these geographic locations.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as architecture, urban development, civil engineering, culture, and design. Previously held roles include project management, architectural design, and site direction. The expert has demonstrated interdisciplinary expertise in integrating participative planning with urban regeneration and restoration projects. Geographic experience includes international work in Oman, Ecuador, Rwanda, Argentina, Switzerland, and Italy, with a focus on regional and country-specific initiatives. This extensive geographic experience has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in participative planning and international cooperation efforts.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is a native Italian speaker and possesses advanced language skills in English and Spanish, achieving a C1 level in listening, reading, and speaking. These language competences have been applied in various professional settings, including international projects in multilingual teams across different countries, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. The expert holds a Master's degree in Building Engineering and Architecture from Università di Pisa, Italy, with a focus on architectural recovery and consolidation, urban sociology, and digital graphics. Additionally, the expert completed a post-graduation class in Habitat and Cooperation at Politecnico di Torino, Italy, specializing in architecture for developing countries and community development. Further education includes a certificate from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland, in sanitation systems and technologies.