Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 25 years of experience in rural development, agriculture, and environmental management, the expert is highly skilled in program management, value chain development, and capacity building. Career highlights include leading initiatives with international and local organizations such as USAID and GIZ, focusing on private sector development and livelihood enhancement. Accomplishments encompass successful coordination of agricultural technology projects and the development of training modules. Responsibilities have included leadership roles in project management, showcasing strong skills in coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID and GIZ. Involvement has included project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and evaluations. Thematic areas cover agriculture, food security, livelihood development, private sector development, and skills development. Projects have been both regional and national in scale, with geographic work conducted in Rwanda and across East Africa, including Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors such as rural development, environment and natural resource management, food security, and agriculture, the expert has held roles including project manager, program coordinator, and technical advisor. Responsibilities have included program implementation, capacity building, and value chain development. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating technology and innovation in agriculture and private sector development. The geographic scope of work spans East Africa, with significant contributions to regional and country-specific initiatives. Extensive geographic experience in East Africa, specifically in Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Uganda, has led to deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics. Long-term assignments and collaboration with local and international partners have enhanced regional expertise and impact.

Languages and education

Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English, and French, with good proficiency in Swahili, language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work across East Africa and collaboration with multilingual teams. This linguistic ability has facilitated effective communication and integration in diverse, multicultural environments. The expert holds an MSc in Environmental Economics and Natural Resources Management and an MSc in Environmental Information System from the University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK) in Rwanda. Additionally, a BSc in Agricultural Engineering and Rural Development from the University of Kibungo (UNIK) in Rwanda complements their educational background. Foundational education includes a Senior 6 (A2) in Agriculture from NYABIKENKE Secondary School in Rwanda.