Key skills and expertise

Bringing over nine years of experience in international trade policy and trade law, the expert specializes in supporting African countries in developing trade strategies and policies. Expertise includes trade policy analysis, legal frameworks, and the operationalization of trade agencies. Career highlights include leading projects with UNECA and Development Reimagined, focusing on trade integration and regulatory frameworks. Accomplishments include drafting trade agreements and establishing the Kenya Trade Remedies Agency. Responsibilities have included strong leadership in project implementation and technical assistance, with a proven ability to deliver complex analyses and strategic recommendations.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and Development Reimagined. The expert's involvement includes providing technical assistance, conducting research, and preparing strategic reports on trade policy and international relations. Projects have focused on trade regulation and integration, particularly in Africa, with a regional scope encompassing African countries and China. Contributions have been made to the development of trade strategies and the operationalization of trade agencies within these geographic locations.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in trade, law, and regional integration, the expert has focused on developing and implementing trade policies and strategies. Key roles have included providing technical assistance, conducting research, and drafting trade agreements. The expert's cross-cutting expertise encompasses legal frameworks and economic analysis related to trade and development. Geographic experience spans Africa, with significant contributions to projects in Kenya and the East African Community, as well as initiatives involving Africa-China trade relations. The expert has extensive geographic experience in Africa, with a particular focus on Kenya and the East African region. This work has provided a deep understanding of regional development issues, including the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and North-South trade agreements.

Languages and education

With a background in international trade policy and trade law, the expert is fluent in English and Kiswahili, with excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills in both languages. English is the primary working language, used extensively in drafting complex analyses and reports on international trade matters. The expert's language proficiency supports collaboration in multilingual teams and contributes to effective communication in international projects and consultations. The expert holds a Master of Science in International Trade Policy and Trade Law from Lund University, Sweden. Additionally, the expert has obtained an Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in International Trade Policy and Trade Law from the same institution. The educational background is further strengthened by a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Kenya School of Law and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Hons from Moi University in Kenya. These qualifications are complemented by a Certificate in Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.