Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience in finance, operations, procurement, and strategic planning, the expert's qualifications include project management, strategic operations leadership, and systems design. Responsibilities have included leading multi-country program management and donor fund management initiatives, achieving operational harmonization and risk mitigation. Previously held roles such as Head of Operations & Business Administration involved designing a cashless financial system and optimizing asset utilization. The expert's skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance have supported business development and capacity building, and they are recognized for transforming operational systems and delivering high-impact programs in complex settings.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as USAID, EU, and SDC, managing multi-million-dollar donor portfolios with full compliance. Their involvement includes project implementation, operational planning, and execution of donor-funded projects, ensuring compliance and timely reporting. Thematic areas include finance, operations, procurement, and strategic planning. The scope of projects spans multi-country contexts, enhancing efficiency and knowledge sharing across regions such as the CESAF area. Geographic locations for donor-related work include Uganda and other regions within the CESAF area.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors including finance, operations, procurement, logistics, water and sanitation, and audit. Previously held leadership roles such as Head of Operations & Business Administration and Finance Manager, focusing on strategic operations, compliance, and risk management. The expert's cross-cutting expertise includes digital transformation and process optimization within multi-country contexts, particularly in Uganda and the CESAF region. Their interdisciplinary knowledge spans finance, strategic planning, and donor fund management, contributing to high-impact initiatives in complex environments. They have significant geographic experience in Uganda and the CESAF region, focusing on multi-country operational harmonization and donor-funded project management, demonstrating a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With fluency in English, the expert utilizes this language competence in professional settings involving international development projects, donor communications, and cross-functional team leadership. This fluency supports effective collaboration in multi-country contexts and stakeholder engagement across diverse regions. The expert holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Economics & Statistics from Makerere University, Uganda, and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University in the United Kingdom. Additionally, they are a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU), reflecting a comprehensive education in finance and accounting.