Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 26 years of experience in development management, the expert excels in program coordination, governance, financial and supply chain management, and procurement. Career highlights include leading projects with government entities, NGOs, and international organizations, achieving a 98% implementation rate for health services in Niassa, and managing a US$ 6 million health program funded by UK DfID. Responsibilities have included providing technical assistance, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, demonstrating strong leadership and delivering significant improvements in health service accessibility and supply chain efficiency.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the governments of Korea, the Netherlands, and the UK, as well as USAID. Their involvement includes managing procurement plans and portfolios for health projects, providing technical assistance, and mobilizing funds. They have worked on projects focused on reproductive health, maternal and child health, and capacity building in Mozambique. The scope of these projects has been both national and regional, enhancing health services and supply chain management across various provinces.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in logistics, procurement management, administration, and project management, the expert has held roles such as Programme Officer and Associate. Background includes positions at international organizations, providing technical assistance, managing portfolios, and coordinating projects. Their cross-cutting expertise includes governance, health, and supply chain management. They have operated primarily in Mozambique, engaging with government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations to enhance program delivery and capacity building. The expert has extensive experience in Mozambique, working on national and regional development projects with a focus on health and governance. They have collaborated with the Ministry of Health and other local institutions, demonstrating a deep understanding of Mozambique's governance and cultural dynamics. Their work includes long-term assignments in provinces such as Niassa, contributing to regional development and health service improvements.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Portuguese speaker and possesses advanced proficiency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing. These language skills have been applied extensively in international development contexts, working with multilingual teams and engaging with global stakeholders in Mozambique and beyond. The expert holds a Master's degree in Rural Sociology and Development Management from Universidade Eduardo Mondlane in Mozambique, completed between 2014 and 2016. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Administration, and Management from Universidade Pedagógica, also in Mozambique, from 2006 to 2010. These academic qualifications underpin their extensive experience in development management and program coordination.