Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience in financial management, the expert has specialized in administration, finance, internal control, and auditing of development NGO projects. With strong skills in accounting, financial management, and organizational diagnostics, the expert has led projects focused on capacity building, procedure manual development, and risk mapping. Their career highlights include successful collaborations on international initiatives funded by major donors such as the European Union and USAID, where they enhanced financial management systems and ensured compliance. Previously held roles include Internal Auditor, Chief Accountant, and Financial Coordinator, showcasing leadership and expertise in managing complex financial operations.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Union, USAID, BMZ, GIZ, and DDC. The expert's involvement includes auditing projects financed by these donors and providing technical assistance in financial management and capacity building for NGOs. The work primarily focuses on governance and financial management, conducted on a national scale within Benin. Responsibilities have included ensuring compliance with donor requirements and enhancing the financial management capabilities of partner organizations, reflecting a deep understanding of donor expectations and project execution.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the sectors of administration, financial services, and audit, the expert has primarily operated within the development NGO context. Responsibilities have included financial management, internal auditing, and organizational diagnostics. The expert's work has been country-specific to Benin, focusing on enhancing financial and administrative systems for both local and international development projects. This long-term engagement in Benin has provided a profound understanding of local governance, financial management, and regional development issues, supporting development NGOs through financial management, auditing, and capacity building.

Languages and education

Fluent in French and possessing a working knowledge of English, the expert's language skills have been utilized in professional settings, including working with multilingual teams and international development projects in Benin. Proficiency in French is critical for effective communication and collaboration in francophone regions and with French-speaking partners. The expert holds a degree in Economic Sciences with a specialization in Business Management from the Université Nationale du Bénin, providing a solid foundation in economics and business administration and supporting their extensive career in financial management and auditing within the development sector.