Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 11 years of experience in environmental and social impact assessments, the expert has specialized in infrastructure development and energy projects. Key qualifications include developing environmental management frameworks, conducting audits, and providing technical assistance. Career highlights include leading projects with international donors like the World Bank and holding leadership roles such as Director of Programs at Cabinet TrOW Cameroon. Notable accomplishments include obtaining a patent for a biomedical waste incinerator and contributing to national and regional environmental initiatives in Cameroon.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the World Bank, providing technical assistance and conducting evaluations for development projects in sectors like energy and infrastructure. Responsibilities have included creating environmental and social management frameworks for rural electrification and access to energy initiatives in Cameroon. The expert's role often involved capacity building and impact assessments at a national scale, contributing to the development of sustainable practices and compliance with environmental standards.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the environmental and social sectors, the expert has held roles such as consultant, director, and educator. Responsibilities have included conducting impact assessments, developing environmental management frameworks, and leading capacity-building initiatives. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise spans infrastructure development, energy projects, and waste management, with a focus on sustainable practices. The geographic scope of work has been primarily national, within Cameroon, addressing both local and regional development challenges. This deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics has been pivotal in executing projects effectively.

Languages and education

Fluent in both French and English, the expert has utilized these languages extensively in professional settings, including international projects and collaborations. This linguistic competence has been instrumental in working with multilingual teams and conducting evaluations and training sessions in diverse environments. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and Environment from the University of Yaoundé I, Cameroon, completed between 2013 and 2018. Additionally, the expert obtained a Master's degree in Environmental Sciences, specializing in Sanitation and Environmental Restoration, from the same university between 2010 and 2013. Earlier, the expert earned a Bachelor's degree in Plant Biology from the University of Yaoundé I, Cameroon, from 2007 to 2010.