The expert is a distinguished veteran in the field of international development and peacebuilding, with over 15 years of extensive experience across Africa and Europe. Known for adept management of donor-funded projects, the expert excels in advising on constitutional processes, promoting inclusive governance, and facilitating collaborative efforts in challenging environments. Significant project roles include conceptualizing and executing rule of law clinics for Team Europe Democracy and developing frameworks to foster cross-border governance collaborations. A career marked by leadership in positions such as Head of Inclusive Governance and Accountability at the European Centre for Development Policy Management, the expert has led strategic policy dialogues, developed evidence-based papers on governance, and directed knowledge-sharing conferences amongst stakeholders. As a Country Manager in South Sudan for Max Planck Foundation, the expert secured over $3 million in funding while advancing justice sector reforms. Technically proficient in legal, legislative, and policy research, the expert's core competencies span project management, donor engagement, strategic policy development, and governance analysis. Their fluency in English, German, French, and Igbo, coupled with a legal background including a PhD in International Law, underpins their expertise in facilitating legal and governance advancements.