Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 14 years of experience in financial services and audit, the expert specializes in managing donor-funded projects with a strong emphasis on financial management, compliance assurance, and budget preparation. Proficient in software such as Word, Excel, and Agresso, they have led financial operations for Save the Children International, ensuring adherence to USAID guidelines and coaching staff in financial documentation. Career highlights include successful financial reporting and participation in audits with KPMG, contributing to effective project implementation aimed at child protection and education in Côte d'Ivoire.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaboration with international donors, the expert has worked extensively with USAID through their role at Save the Children International. They have been involved in the implementation and financial management of the REVE project, which focuses on the elimination of child vulnerability. Responsibilities have included ensuring compliance with donor procedures, financial reporting, and capacity building for project staff. This work has been conducted in Côte d'Ivoire, addressing sectoral areas such as child protection and education at a national level.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions in the financial services and audit sectors, with significant roles in non-profit organizations. Responsibilities have included financial management, compliance assurance, and budget oversight, particularly in projects funded by international donors like USAID. The expert's work has focused on child protection and education initiatives in Côte d'Ivoire. Their cross-cutting expertise includes financial reporting and capacity building, contributing to effective project implementation and sustainable development outcomes. They have developed a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues through extensive experience working in Côte d'Ivoire, managing financial operations and compliance in various regions of the country.

Languages and education

With fluency in French as a native language and a working knowledge of English, the expert effectively communicates in professional settings. These language skills have been applied in international development projects, allowing for effective communication within multilingual teams and with international donors such as USAID. The expert holds a BTS in Finance and Accounting from Cours Casting in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Additionally, they have obtained a BAC G2 from Collège Sainte Thérèse in Koumassi and a BEP in Accounting from the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’Ivoire.