Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 20 years of experience in international sustainable development and environmental protection, the expert has spent over 15 years in natural resource management, biodiversity, and development. Key qualifications include project and program management, research, and report writing. Responsibilities have included leading evaluations for DFID and managing projects with budgets exceeding US$750,000. Career highlights include developing a risk management framework adopted by the IFC and securing clean water for over 10,000 people in Zambia and Mozambique. The expert's technical advising, capacity building, and strategic policy guidance have been instrumental in achieving significant outcomes.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors such as the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, and UNDP, the expert has been involved in project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building. These projects have spanned thematic areas like natural resource management, biodiversity, climate resilience, and poverty alleviation. Worked across diverse projects that have been regional and national in scope, focusing on locations such as China, Nigeria, and various African countries. This work has involved strategic partnerships and oversight of significant programs aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability and governance systems.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors such as natural resource management, biodiversity, climate resilience, poverty alleviation, and governance. Previously held roles such as consultant, technical advisor, and project manager, with responsibilities encompassing project design, monitoring, evaluation, and strategic policy guidance. Interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating gender perspectives and developing sustainable governance systems. The geographic scope of work includes regional projects in China and Africa, focusing on enhancing environmental sustainability and community development. Background includes positions in China, Nigeria, and various African countries, demonstrating deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is a native English speaker and has advanced proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Language skills have been applied in various professional contexts, including conducting research and strategic policy guidance in China. Engaged in multilingual teams and undertaken translation tasks, particularly in projects involving Chinese and English language research and expert interviews. Educational background includes an MSc in Environmental Management from Imperial College, London, UK, graduating with distinction. Studies covered climate change, environmental policy evaluation, environmental economics, and international environmental law. Additionally, the expert holds a BA in International Politics from the University of Exeter, UK, and is pursuing Mandarin Chinese language studies at Huayang Academy in Kunming, China.