Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 44 years of experience in renewable energy, climate change, and rural development, the expert has held leadership roles such as manager and team leader in Rwanda, Bangladesh, and Tanzania. With technical expertise spanning renewable energy, climate change, and agricultural development, the expert has achieved significant successes in project implementation and advisory roles for international initiatives. Career highlights include supporting the GIZ and EAC in developing a regional renewable energy program and serving as a senior advisor in Rwanda's Ministry of Energy. Proficient in MS Office, business development services, and governance structures, the expert brings a comprehensive skill set to diverse projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with prominent international donors, including DFID, FAO, GIZ, KfW, and the World Bank. Their involvement has encompassed project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building, primarily in renewable energy, climate change, and agricultural development sectors. The expert's work spans regional and national projects in Rwanda, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Zambia, and Kenya, focusing on sustainable energy development, biomass sector support, and agricultural market development. This extensive donor exposure underscores their ability to navigate complex international development landscapes and deliver impactful results.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in renewable energy, climate change, agriculture, and rural development, the expert has worked across various sectors, holding roles such as technical advisor, consultant, and senior advisor. Responsibilities have included providing leadership and strategic guidance, integrating renewable energy solutions in rural development, and enhancing agricultural productivity through innovative technologies. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific projects in East Africa and South Asia, with a focus on sustainable energy systems and agricultural market development. Their deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues enhances their effectiveness in implementing development projects and advising on policy frameworks.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and French, the expert has utilized these languages in international and multilingual project settings. Additionally, they possess working knowledge of German and Swahili, with Dutch as their native language. These language skills have been employed in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams across different regions. The expert holds an MSc in Agricultural Economics and Policies for Development from Wye College, University of London, UK, and an MSc in Mechanical and Agricultural Engineering from Technical University Twente and Agricultural University Wageningen in the Netherlands, highlighting a strong foundation in engineering and development economics.