Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 16 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned energy policy and economy consultant specializing in electricity, climate change, and project cycle management. Extensive involvement in both local and international projects has allowed the expert to work on bilateral and multilateral initiatives, liaising effectively with public and private stakeholders. Career highlights include managing Horizon 2020 projects, coordinating comprehensive studies on energy policy, and facilitating trade and investment in low carbon energy. Notable accomplishments involve delivering detailed reports to the European Commission and promoting UK companies' interests in Brazil, demonstrating leadership and strategic engagement capabilities.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in climate policy consultancy at Nippon Koei LAC, the expert coordinated a study on energy, forests, agriculture, and transport policy for an international cooperation agency. This role involved project implementation and technical assistance within the energy sector, showcasing the expert's ability to manage complex projects on an international or regional scale.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors, including energy, procurement, nuclear, institutional development, capacity building, SME and private sector engagement, marketing, and advocacy. Previously held roles such as climate policy consultant, project manager, and business development manager. Responsibilities have included project management, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis, with a particular focus on electricity and low carbon energy. The expert's geographic experience is notably strong in Brazil, with significant roles at the Department for International Trade and UK Trade and Investment, as well as in Portugal managing European projects. This experience highlights a deep understanding of the economic and regulatory environments in Brazil and Europe, contributing to a nuanced grasp of regional development issues and stakeholder engagement.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Portuguese speaker with advanced proficiency in English (C1 level) and basic proficiency in French (A2 level). These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international cooperation projects and collaborations with multilingual teams, enhancing communication and project implementation across diverse cultural settings.

With a solid educational background, the expert holds a Master in Global Energy Transition and Governance from CIFE in France, completed in 2018, and a Master in Energy Economy and Management from COPPEAD in Brazil. Additionally, a Bachelor in International Affairs was obtained from Estácio de Sá University in Brazil, completed in 2009. These academic qualifications emphasize expertise in energy policy, economy, and international affairs.