Key skills and expertise

With over 21 years in the health sector, the expert is proficient in project management, health system governance, and performance-based financing. Bringing extensive experience, the expert has led both international and local health initiatives, providing technical assistance and capacity building. Career highlights include enhancing health service delivery and governance in challenging environments. Previously held roles such as International Expert in Performance-Based Financing and Coordinator of Contractualization and Verification Services, the expert demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, evaluation, and strengthening health systems.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors, including the World Bank, the European Development Fund, and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building within the health sector. The expert's work with these donors primarily focused on regional and national projects aimed at governance and health system strengthening in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chad, and the Republic of Congo.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving health system governance, public health, and performance-based financing. Background includes positions as international expert, technical assistant, and coordinator, with responsibilities in project implementation, strategic planning, and capacity building. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge encompasses health economics and governance, applied in regional and country-specific contexts across the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chad, and the Republic of Congo. This expertise has supported efforts in health service improvements and system strengthening. Extensive geographic experience includes long-term assignments and deep familiarity with local governance and health system dynamics in regions such as Kinshasa, Moyen-Chari, Salamat, Brazzaville, and the Lomami Province.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is fluent in French, with excellent skills in speaking, reading, and writing. Additionally, the expert has a working knowledge of English, rated as "fair" in all aspects. These language competences have been utilized in international health projects, enhancing communication and project implementation across multilingual teams. The expert holds a Doctorate in Medicine, Surgery, and Childbirth from the University of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, the expert earned a Diploma in Public Health with a specialization in Health Economics from the School of Public Health at the University of Kinshasa.