Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 35 years of experience in agricultural development, the expert specializes in livestock management, dairy value chain development, and food safety. Key skills include project management, capacity building, and participatory agricultural extension. The expert has led international projects in Africa, Asia, and South America, achieving significant improvements in milk production and quality. Career highlights include a 30% increase in milk prices for Paraguayan cooperatives and a 50% rise in milk yields in Mozambique. Responsibilities have included advising on sustainable agriculture and enhancing market access for smallholder farmers.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, the European Commission, DFID, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Involvement has encompassed project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and evaluations in agriculture, livestock management, and food security. Projects have been regional and sector-specific, focusing on dairy and livestock value chain development. Geographic locations include Africa, Asia, and South America, with specific countries like Paraguay, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Mozambique.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in rural development, agriculture, livestock management, food processing and safety, and human resources, the expert has held roles such as livestock specialist, dairy extension specialist, and project manager. Responsibilities have included project implementation, capacity building, and technical assistance. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge encompasses sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. The geographic scope of work spans Africa, Asia, and South America, focusing on enhancing agricultural value chains and improving food security in diverse rural settings. The expert has extensive geographic experience across these regions, with significant involvement in countries such as Paraguay, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Mozambique. Experience includes addressing cultural dynamics and implementing development projects in diverse rural and multicultural environments.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Spanish, with a high level of competence in reading, speaking, and writing. French and Portuguese are spoken at an intermediate level. Language skills have been utilized in multilingual project teams and for translation tasks, enhancing communication in international development projects across diverse regions. The expert holds an MSc in Animal Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen/Rowette Research Institute, UK, obtained in 1986. Additionally, a National Diploma in Dairy Science was earned from Seale Hayne Agricultural College, Devon, UK, completed in 1962.