Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience in community development and international cooperation, the expert excels in project and program management, business development, and monitoring and evaluation. They have led initiatives across sectors such as water, health, education, and agriculture, achieving significant economic inclusion and social impact. Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP), the expert has managed projects with budgets exceeding $30 million, fostering partnerships and capacity building. Their leadership roles include steering international programs, enhancing operational performance, and implementing strategic partnerships aligned with sustainable development goals.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, UNEP, UNOPS, World Bank, and AfDB. The expert's involvement includes project implementation, technical cooperation, and capacity building in sectors like health, education, agriculture, and peacebuilding. They have managed projects involving over $30 million in grant aid and $9 million in technical cooperation. The work has been conducted in Sudan, focusing on national and sector-specific initiatives to enhance infrastructure, governance, and social development.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at various organizations, covering sectors such as community development, environment and climate, social development, water, sanitation and hygiene, and agriculture and rural development. Previously held roles such as Program Design Consultant and Program Officer, focusing on project management, capacity building, and strategic partnerships. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge includes integrating digital technologies in education and infrastructure development in rural settings. Geographic scope of work includes regions like Sudan, Ghana, and the United States. Extensive geographic experience in Sudan includes long-term assignments focusing on development cooperation and capacity building. The expert has also worked in the United States, Japan, Ethiopia, Morocco, and Ghana, gaining familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, which equips them with a comprehensive understanding of regional development issues and cross-cultural collaboration.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English, French, and Arabic. These language skills are utilized extensively in professional settings involving international development and cooperation, facilitating effective communication in multilingual teams and enhancing collaboration with global partners and stakeholders. The expert holds a Master of Arts in Geography and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, both from The State University of New York, United States. These degrees reflect a strong academic foundation in geography and environmental science, providing a comprehensive understanding of environmental and geographical issues.