Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 44 years of experience, the expert specializes in Economics, Corporate Structure, and Financing for Development. Key qualifications include Rural Credit Management, Strategy and Planning, and Project Design and Evaluation. The expert has led international initiatives with organizations like UNDP and the Commonwealth Foundation, achieving accreditation for ADIN in the UN Financing for Development process. Responsibilities have included strategy implementation and project supervision in leadership roles such as President of ADIN and Manager at BETEC. The expert has authored numerous publications and contributed to significant development projects across Africa.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the Commonwealth Foundation. Involvement has included project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in areas like governance, education, and rural development. The projects have been national and regional in scope, primarily located in Cameroon and other African countries such as Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya, and Senegal.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert's professional experience spans sectors including Rural Development, Civil Society & NGOs, Monitoring & Evaluation, Research, and Agriculture. Previously held roles have included Mission Supervisor, General Representative, and Leading Consultant. The expert has cross-cutting expertise in areas like project design and evaluation, participatory governance, and financing for development. Their work has a broad geographic scope, covering various African countries, with significant contributions to both national and regional development initiatives. The expert has extensive experience across Africa, notably in Cameroon, where they have worked since 1988. Additional countries of experience include Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya, Senegal, Algeria, Ethiopia, Uganda, Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea, South Africa, Chad, Nigeria, Congo, Gabon, Central African Republic, Benin, and Togo. The work in these regions often involves long-term assignments and deep engagement with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English and French, with excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills in both languages. Basic proficiency in German is noted, with ongoing learning in Chinese, Lithuanian, and Spanish. These language skills have been utilized in various international and multicultural settings, including work with multilingual teams and participation in global forums and conferences. The expert holds a Doctorate 3rd Cycle level education and a DEA (Advanced Study Diploma) in Economics and Business Management from the University of Yaoundé, Cameroon. Additional certifications include Advanced Project Management from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, International Environmental Law from UNITAR, and Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation from PRIA/University of Victoria, Canada. The expert also possesses a Baccalaureate G3 in Techniques Commerciales from Lycee Technique Douala, Cameroon.