Key skills and expertise

Bringing 38 years of experience in civil engineering and environmental projects, the expert has over 25 years of involvement in international multidisciplinary teams. Specializing in EU Public Procurement and Project Cycle Management, the expert has prepared more than 20 EU tender dossiers and participated in numerous Tender Evaluation Committees. Responsibilities have included leading technical assistance, capacity building, and project evaluations in sectors such as transport and environment. Career highlights include roles as Senior Evaluator and Procurement Specialist, managing EU-funded infrastructure projects and delivering training on procurement procedures and contract management.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors like the European Union (EU), World Bank (WB), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The expert's involvement encompasses project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sectors such as transport, environment, and infrastructure. The scope of projects includes regional and national initiatives in geographic locations such as Albania, Serbia, Liberia, Turkey, and Italy.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in civil engineering, environment and natural resource management, procurement, water and sanitation, and transport, the expert has held roles such as Senior Evaluator, Procurement Specialist, and Project Manager. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating environmental management into infrastructure projects. Geographic experience spans Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America, with significant contributions to regional and country-specific initiatives. The expert has demonstrated deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues through repeated missions in countries such as Albania and Serbia.

Languages and education

With a strong educational background, the expert holds a Master’s Degree in Energy and Environmental Management and Economics from the Post-graduate Management School ‘E. Mattei’ in Italy, and a Master’s Degree with honors in Civil Engineering from the University of Naples, Italy. The expert is a native Italian speaker, fluent in English and Spanish, and has a good command of French. These language skills have been utilized in diverse international contexts, facilitating work in multilingual teams and across various countries, enhancing the ability to manage and execute projects effectively on a global scale.