Key skills and expertise

With 31 years of experience, the expert is proficient in financial analysis, audit, and project management. Technical skills include budget analysis, financial report drafting, and audit preparation. Leadership roles have included Finance/Contracts Manager at the European Union Delegation in Burundi, overseeing financial compliance and project cycles. Project experience spans local and international initiatives, contributing to successful financial management and administration. Collaboration with international donors has ensured adherence to regulatory standards and enhanced project outcomes.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the European Union, CICR, UNICEF, UNFPA, and the Spanish Red Cross. Involvement includes financial management, project implementation, and administrative oversight in development cooperation projects. The work spans multiple sectors, including governance and humanitarian aid, primarily at a national level in Burundi. Contributions to the management and evaluation of projects funded by these donors have ensured compliance with financial and administrative regulations.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors such as HR and employment, procurement management, administration, fundraising and grant management, financial services, and audit. Roles have involved financial management, project evaluation, and audit oversight. Interdisciplinary expertise includes financial control in development projects, with a focus on compliance and governance. Work is primarily concentrated in Burundi, where management of both local and international initiatives has involved collaboration with various donor agencies. Extensive geographic experience in Burundi has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, often involving collaboration with international donors to enhance regional development issues.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in French, used proficiently in professional settings, including collaboration with international teams and in-country work in Burundi. Good proficiency in English facilitates communication in multilingual environments. Kirundi is the native language, and basic knowledge of Swahili supports ability to engage in regional projects. The expert holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in audit and management control from Université Lumière de Bujumbura, Burundi, awarded with distinction. Additionally, a professional license in financial audit and management control, also with distinction, was obtained from the Institut Supérieur de Contrôle de Gestion in Bujumbura, Burundi. The academic journey began with a diploma in general economic studies from the same institution.