Key skills and expertise

With 20 years of experience, the expert possesses comprehensive expertise in community development, NGOs, education, environment, and public sector governance. They have led international projects in Nepal and Kenya, coordinated electoral operations in Timor-Leste, and provided policy advice in Portugal. Their skills include project coordination, policy analysis, and report writing. Notable achievements include organizing summits and writing ministerial speeches. Bringing a strong background in political science and international relations, the expert is fluent in multiple languages and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including community development, education, environment, gender and human rights, and public sector governance. Previously held roles such as electoral officer, consultant, political advisor, and project leader, demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in policy analysis, project coordination, and capacity building. The expert's work spans diverse geographic regions including Timor-Leste, Portugal, and Kenya, reflecting a strong capability in managing international and local initiatives. Extensive geographic experience also includes the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom, with involvement in electoral processes, policy development, and environmental initiatives.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Portuguese speaker and fluent in English, with intermediate proficiency in French and Spanish. These language skills have been utilized in diverse international settings, including work in Timor-Leste and Portugal, supporting roles in policy analysis, project coordination, and translation tasks. The educational background includes a PhD in Political Science and International Relations from Universidade Católica de Lisboa, Portugal, with a semester abroad at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Additional qualifications include a Postgraduate Diploma in Local Law and Urbanism from Universidade do Porto, Portugal, a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work from ISCTE, Lisbon, a Master of Arts in European Public Affairs from Universiteit Maastricht and EIPA, the Netherlands, and a BA in Politics from London Metropolitan University, United Kingdom.