Key skills and expertise

With 14 years of experience in humanitarian and international development, the expert is adept in data analysis, information synthesis, and grant management. Career highlights include successfully managing over 200 projects with USAID and other international donors, focusing on governance and social cohesion. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Grants Manager, where financial resources and project execution were overseen. Proficiency in results-based management tools and collaboration with communities and NGOs to implement impactful initiatives demonstrate strong capabilities in project monitoring and evaluation.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including USAID, SIDA, BHA, BMZ, ECHO, and UNHCR. Their involvement in international development cooperation projects encompasses grant management, project implementation, and capacity building. Projects have focused on governance, social cohesion, and support for vulnerable communities. The expert has managed over 200 projects regionally and nationally in Burkina Faso, working with youth, civil society organizations, and NGOs to ensure effective project execution and sustainability.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including rural development, environment and natural resource management, and agriculture. Previously held roles such as Grants Manager and Community Economic Development Technical Assistant, focusing on project implementation and capacity building. Interdisciplinary expertise encompasses program monitoring and evaluation, and results-based management, applied in both regional and country-specific contexts in Burkina Faso. Committed to social cohesion and the empowerment of vulnerable communities through sustainable development initiatives. Extensive geographic experience in Burkina Faso has provided a deep understanding of cultural dynamics and development challenges in the region.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in French and Gulimancema, with good proficiency in Mooré, and possesses an intermediate level of English (Level B1). These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional contexts, including in-country work in Burkina Faso and collaboration with multilingual teams on international development projects. The expert holds a Master's Degree in Sustainable Development and Environmental Management from Université Aube Nouvelle in Burkina Faso and a Bachelor's Degree in Geography from Université Ouaga I Pr Joseph Ki Zerbo, Burkina Faso. Additionally, they obtained a BAC series D from Lycée Privé Sabil El Nadja de Fada, Burkina Faso.