Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience in the non-profit sector, the expert is a dedicated manager with a multidisciplinary profile. The expert possesses expertise in public and global health, including epidemiology, nutrition, WASH, and health services management. Career highlights include leading international projects and contributing to national blood policy development and WASH initiatives. Previously held roles such as Health Delegate and National Consultant have involved overseeing strategic health interventions and capacity building. Key accomplishments include creating mobile clinic guides and designing health program frameworks, demonstrating strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has worked with international donors such as OFDA-USAID, ACDI/CIDA, and SDC (Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation). Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in the health and WASH sectors. The work has been conducted on both national and regional scales, primarily in Haiti and Venezuela, focusing on enhancing public health systems and managing donor-funded health initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in health, training, water and sanitation, and program and resource management, the expert has held roles such as National Consultant and Health Delegate. This has involved improving health systems and managing large-scale projects. The interdisciplinary expertise spans public health, global health, and WASH, integrating strategic insights and technical skills. The expert's geographic experience is concentrated in Haiti and Venezuela, where they have implemented and managed health initiatives, significantly contributing to regional development and capacity building. Their work in these regions has provided a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues. Background includes positions at organizations such as PAHO/WHO and the International Federation of the Red Cross, contributing to national health projects and capacity-building efforts.

Languages and education

With fluency in English, French, and Spanish, and native proficiency in French, the expert holds an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) certification. These language skills have been utilized in diverse contexts, including international consultancy roles, multilingual teams, and translation tasks with Translators without Borders. The expert's linguistic capabilities have supported work in health and development sectors across various countries, enhancing communication and collaboration in multicultural environments. The educational background includes a Master’s degree in Transfusion Medicine and Advanced Cell Therapies from Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona, a Post Graduate Certificate in Global Health from the University of Manchester, and a Medical Doctor degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra. This academic foundation is further supported by a Baccalaureate in literature from Lycée Alexandre Dumas and a Baccalaureate in biology from Nouveau College Bird.