Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 36 years of experience, the expert excels in statistics, results-based management, mathematical demography, and political analysis. They have led both international and local projects, offering technical support and advisory services. Career highlights include roles as Data Specialist at UNFPA, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist at UNICEF, and Senior Political Analyst. The expert has contributed to significant initiatives in food security, governance, and humanitarian relief across Africa, with leadership roles in project implementation and coordination enhancing data systems and strategic frameworks.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as UNICEF, UNFPA, UNHCR, and the World Bank. Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building across thematic areas like health, education, governance, and social development. These projects have been regional and national in scope, taking place in countries including Zimbabwe, Eritrea, CAR, Mali, South Sudan, Ghana, Rwanda, and Chad.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors such as food systems and livelihoods, social development, monitoring and evaluation, migration and refugees, and security and peacebuilding, the expert has held roles including Data Specialist, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, and Senior Political Analyst. Their cross-cutting expertise includes statistical analysis, results-based management, and political analysis, applied in regional and country-specific contexts across Africa. Responsibilities have included supporting governance, humanitarian relief, and regional development initiatives. Extensive geographic experience covers multiple African countries, demonstrating deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in Central Africa and the Great Lakes region.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and French, both UN official languages, the expert has utilized these skills extensively in international development projects across Africa. This proficiency has facilitated communication in multilingual teams and contributed to drafting reports and publications, supporting roles in various international organizations and enhancing collaboration and project implementation. The expert holds a Master's degree in Urban Studies (Population Dynamics) from the University of Quebec, Canada, and a Master's in Demography from the University of Montreal, Canada. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor's in Demography from the University of Kinshasa, DR Congo, and a B.Sc. in Statistics from the Higher Institute of Statistics of Lubumbashi, DR Congo.