Dr. R. Irumba is an accomplished development sector expert specializing in multiple areas including Urban Development, Civil Engineering, and Land and Erosion Management. With over 26 years of experience, the expert has worked on a variety of projects, collaborating with esteemed international funding organizations such as the European Union, World Bank, and UNDP. The expert has an advanced academic background, which includes a Ph.D. in Infrastructure Specializing in Real Estate Economics from KTH Royal Institute of Technology-Sweden, a Master’s in Construction Project Management and a Bachelors Degree in Surveying. The expert has further enriched his skill set with professional training in Systems Thinking and System Dynamics from the University of Bergen, advanced training in Geographical Information Systems from ESRI Eastern Africa and KTH Royal Institute of Technology. A cornerstone of the expert's career has been their leadership roles, having served as the Deputy Director (Research & Consultancy) at the National Curriculum Development Centre in Uganda and Project Coordinator on significant infrastructure projects. Noteworthy achievements include leading land acquisition and procurement support services for the Kampala City Roads Rehabilitation Project valued at $276 million and contributing to the integrated urban development for Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area funded by Japan. Dr. R. Irumba is adept in Econometric and Spatial Regression Modelling, crucial for data analysis related to land values, housing values, and construction safety. The expert's collaboration with stakeholders to develop capacity building plans, such as with the World Bank's Mainstreaming Resilience into Land and Development Planning in The Gambia, has resulted in measurable impacts on capacity and institutional infrastructure. Throughout their career, Dr. R. Irumba has maintained a commitment to advancing the field through extensive research and publication. Their work on land tenure and property markets in Uganda has been published in respected journals and international conferences, contributing valuable insights into the development sector. The expert’s proficiency in various languages including English, Luganda, and Swahili, further facilitates their ability to engage in complex, multicultural project environments.