Key skills and expertise

With 33 years of experience, the expert is proficient in rural development, agriculture, and natural resource management. Key skills include project management, technical supervision, and capacity building. The expert has led training initiatives, provided technical assistance, and coordinated with stakeholders on both local and international projects. Significant accomplishments include implementing agricultural programs and monitoring projects for effectiveness. Leadership roles have involved overseeing agricultural development and resource management projects, contributing to sustainable practices and community development in the Philippines.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience, the expert has collaborated with international donors such as the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) on projects in Maguindanao and Lanao Sur. Responsibilities have included providing technical assistance, conducting training, and performing project monitoring and evaluation. The work has been focused on agricultural development and natural resource management, with a regional scope in the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao. The expert's involvement has included capacity building and coordinating with local stakeholders to effectively implement project components.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors including rural development, agriculture, livestock, land management, and resource management. Previously held roles such as project officer, training team leader, and development specialist, with responsibilities in project implementation, technical supervision, and capacity building. The expert possesses interdisciplinary knowledge in areas like agro-forestry and organic farming technologies. Geographic experience is primarily focused in the Philippines, with significant contributions to regional projects in Mindanao, enhancing sustainable practices and community development. The expert has deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

Fluent in Cebuano, English, Filipino, Ilokano, and Tagalog, the expert's language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams in the Philippines. The educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from the University of Mindanao, completed in October 1991, providing a strong foundation in forestry and related environmental sciences.