Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 11 years of experience in the energy sector, the expert specializes in project management, policy advisory, and stakeholder engagement. With extensive experience in both local and international initiatives, the expert has successfully led teams in developing renewable energy standards and strategic national action plans. Career highlights include reducing project costs by 20% and increasing engagement by 60% through effective communication strategies. Technical skills encompass data analysis, energy system design, and proficiency in software tools like PVSYST and RETScreen.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the World Bank, European Union, and Rockefeller Foundation. Involvement includes project implementation and technical assistance in energy and infrastructure sectors. Notable projects include the Energizing Economies Initiative and the development of renewable energy standards in Nigeria. These projects were national in scope, focusing on energy access and efficiency. Geographic locations for this donor-related work include Nigeria, where the expert coordinated research and development efforts to enhance energy systems and regulatory frameworks.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including energy, environment, industry, and commerce, the expert has held roles such as Research Coordinator, Investment Advisor, and Energy Associate. Responsibilities have included leading projects in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and infrastructure development. With cross-cutting expertise in policy advisory and project management, the expert has contributed to both regional and national initiatives, particularly in Nigeria. This interdisciplinary knowledge spans digitalization in energy systems and sustainable development in emerging markets. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Nigeria, Ghana, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States, with significant involvement in Nigeria, developing a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With a background in engineering and sustainable energy solutions, the expert holds a PhD in Materials Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, Canada, an MSc in Sustainable Energy and Entrepreneurship from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom, and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana. Language competences include fluency in English and basic proficiency in French, utilized in diverse professional settings, including international development projects and collaborations with multilingual teams, supporting effective communication with stakeholders and team members across various geographic locations.