Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience in environmental management, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development, the expert possesses key skills in strategic planning, project cycle management, and environmental and social impact assessments. Responsibilities have included leading local and international projects to enhance community resilience and sustainability. Career highlights include developing comprehensive environmental management plans and conducting detailed project evaluations. Previously held roles have involved coordinating technical assistance and implementing initiatives aimed at poverty alleviation, food security, and climate adaptation.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the World Bank, USAID, the European Union, and the Inter-American Development Bank. Worked across diverse projects involving project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sectors like environmental management, agriculture, and disaster risk reduction. Managed national and sector-specific projects in Haiti, focusing on enhancing resilience and sustainability in various communities, demonstrating a strong track record in international development cooperation.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in environment and natural resource management, agriculture, food security, and disaster risk reduction, the expert has held roles such as environmental consultant, project manager, and professor. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, project implementation, and capacity building. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating climate change adaptation into rural development and leveraging environmental management for sustainable agriculture. The geographic scope of work is primarily focused in Haiti, addressing regional development challenges and promoting resilience in local communities.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in French and English, with Creole as a native language. These language skills have been utilized in professional contexts, including in-country work in Haiti and Canada, and collaborating with multilingual teams on international projects. The expert's proficiency in these languages supports effective communication and coordination in diverse and multicultural environments.

Educational background includes a Master’s degree in Natural Risk Management from the Faculté Universitaire des Sciences Agronomiques de Gembloux and Université de Liège in Belgium. Additionally, the expert earned a Diplôme d'Ingénieur – Agronome with a specialization in Environment and Natural Resources from the Université d'État d'Haïti. Currently pursuing doctoral studies in chemical engineering at Université Laval in Canada, focusing on transforming plastic waste into bricks and other products.