Key skills and expertise

With 22 years of experience in international development, the expert excels in project management, community development, and behavior change communication. Bringing a wealth of experience, they have led multi-disciplinary teams, improved processes, and managed projects with government and international organizations. Proficient in stakeholder relations and fundraising, the expert has successfully implemented HIV and reproductive health initiatives in challenging contexts. Previously held roles include Deputy Executive Director at the Cameroonian Social Marketing Association, where responsibilities included overseeing strategic alignment and compliance. Their leadership has enhanced organizational performance and resource mobilization, contributing to significant advancements in health and social development sectors.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as USAID, KFW, LAD, DFID, PEPFAR, and Dutch funds. Their involvement encompasses project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in health, particularly HIV prevention and reproductive health. The projects have been both national and regional in scope, taking place in various locations including Cameroon, Chad, the Republic of Central Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The expert has provided technical support for proposal writing and project evaluations, contributing significantly to international development cooperation efforts.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked in sectors including community development, health, social development, disaster reduction, and humanitarian relief. Their roles have involved project management, stakeholder relations, and behavior change communication. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating HIV prevention in reproductive health initiatives and managing donor-funded projects. The expert's work spans both national and regional scopes, particularly in Central Africa, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of interdisciplinary development challenges. Extensive experience in Central Africa, particularly in Cameroon, includes long-term positions in health and social development sectors. Work in Chad, the Republic of Central Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo has contributed to regional AIDS projects. Short-term technical assistance in Niger, Togo, Burkina Faso, and Senegal underscores a deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics across these regions.

Languages and education

Fluent in French and possessing working knowledge of English, the expert's language skills have been utilized in various professional settings, including leading and collaborating with multilingual teams in international development projects. Proficiency in these UN official languages supports effective communication and advocacy in diverse, multicultural environments. The expert holds an Agricultural Engineer Diploma from the National Institute for Rural Development in Cameroon, obtained in 1996, and is currently pursuing a diploma in methods and practices in epidemiology at the University of Bordeaux, France. This educational background underpins their expertise in community development and health-related fields.