Dr. Romijn has amassed over fifteen years of monitoring and evaluating programs within the EU and developing countries, specifically in sectors encompassing education, health care, and initiatives to bolster civil society. The expert currently holds notable roles such as TVET Expert, M&E Expert, Education Expert, Team Leader, Research Economist, and VET and Higher Education Expert. Over the last two decades, the expert has specialized in TVET education and socio-economic development, possessing a profound capability to independently manage projects as well as collaborate within a team setting.

In their extensive career, the expert has been integral in various projects, ranging from analyzing the labor market to fostering policy dialogs, reform initiatives, and managing institutional components. This journey began with the formulation of a TVET project in Indonesia in 1997, progressing to pivotal evaluations across global regions including China, Vietnam, India, Bhutan, Thailand, Bangladesh, and multiple African countries such as Malawi and Egypt. These evaluations often involved budget support frameworks and addressed diverse regional development challenges.

Substantial experience in technical assistance projects is also part of the expert's portfolio, notably in Malawi, South Africa, the ACP region, as well as countries like Liberia, Rwanda, and Turkey. The expert's technical expertise is continually enriched through engagements with strategic components such as institutional framework reviews, formulation of national programs, and oversight of large-scale implementation strategies. A fulsome command of English, alongside report writing expertise, has enabled effective communication in complex international settings.

A certified member of numerous professional bodies, including IVETA and the European Evaluation Society, the expert excels in strategic evaluations and technical assessments underpinned by solid frameworks and methodologies, evidenced through various assignments commissioned by high-profile international bodies such as the European Commission and the World Bank. By leading multidimensional projects and fostering international collaboration, the expert substantially contributes to the advancement of education and socio-economic sectors across global landscapes.