Key skills and expertise

With 22 years of experience, the expert possesses key qualifications in environment and natural resource management, fundraising, and program management. They have led international initiatives with organizations like African Parks Network and The Nature Conservancy, overseeing institutional funding and conservation programs. Notable accomplishments include expanding donor relationships and implementing successful monitoring and evaluation systems. Leadership roles include Head of Institutional Funding and Congo Landscape Manager, demonstrating expertise in strategic coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the EU, USAID, U.S. Department of State, and the World Bank. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in sectors like environment and natural resource management. The projects have been regional and national in scope, taking place in locations such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Benin.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving key sectors including environment and natural resource management, agriculture, fundraising, and program management. Previously held roles such as Head of Institutional Funding and Congo Landscape Manager, the expert has demonstrated expertise in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. Their interdisciplinary knowledge spans conservation leadership and sustainable development, with a geographic focus on African countries like Benin, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zambia. The expert has extensive geographic experience in Africa, particularly in Benin, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Rwanda. They have demonstrated deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, having managed conservation and natural resource management projects in these countries. Their long-term assignments include leadership roles in the Congo Landscape and Zambia, reflecting a strong understanding of cultural dynamics and environmental challenges in these regions.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and French, both of which are UN official languages. They have utilized these language skills extensively in international work contexts, including collaboration with multilingual teams and project management across various countries. Additionally, the expert holds a Certificate of English Proficiency from the American Language Program in Benin, demonstrating formal recognition of their English language competence. The expert holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Conservation Leadership from African Leadership University, Rwanda (2021) and a Master of Science in Project Management from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK (2020). Additionally, they earned an Engineer Degree in Natural Resources Management from the University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin (2004) and a University Diploma in Protected Areas Management from University Senghor of Alexandrie, Egypt (2011).