Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 34 years of experience in international development cooperation, this expert specializes in project management, strategic management, and donor relations. They have led complex international and local initiatives, optimizing resources and establishing multi-level cooperation. With 25 years in development cooperation and 15 in project management, they have successfully managed projects in challenging environments, such as post-tsunami Aceh and rural Peru. Career highlights include leading agroforestry projects impacting 4,000 households in Timor-Leste and supporting climate change initiatives in Indonesia. Responsibilities have included exceptional leadership, communication, and networking abilities.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the EU and BMZ, engaging in project implementation and capacity building. Key projects include the Partnership for Sustainable Agroforestry in Timor-Leste and support to Indonesia’s climate change response. Thematic areas include sustainable agriculture, climate change, and rural development. Projects were regional and national in scope, with significant work conducted in Indonesia, Timor-Leste, Peru, and Bolivia.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving rural development, environment and natural resource management, agriculture, and disaster reduction. Previously held roles such as team leader and project manager, overseeing complex international projects. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes public-private partnerships, agroforestry, and sustainable agriculture, with a focus on climate change adaptation and mitigation. The geographic scope of work spans regional and country-specific projects in Indonesia, Bolivia, Peru, and Timor-Leste, integrating strategic management and capacity building across various sectors. Extensive geographic experience in these countries has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in post-disaster and rural development contexts.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native German speaker and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Indonesian. They have utilized these language skills extensively in international settings, including in-country work in Indonesia, Peru, and Bolivia, and in multilingual teams. Additionally, they possess basic skills in Quechua and Tetum, applied during professional engagements in relevant regions. The expert holds a Degree in Agricultural Engineering and a Master of Science in Agriculture from the Technical University (TU) Berlin, Germany. Additionally, they have a Diploma in Financial Administration and Management from the University of Chile. Their foundational studies in Agricultural Sciences were completed at Georg-August-University in Göttingen, Germany.