Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience in the water and sanitation sector, the expert has developed significant expertise in project management, technical audits, and environmental assessments. Previously held roles such as Director of Water Supply, managing teams of up to 45 agents. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, capacity building, and executing both international and local initiatives. Career highlights include co-authoring a publication on hydrogeochemistry and receiving commendations from GOPA Worldwide Consultants. Proficiency in software tools like Quantum GIS and Arc GIS enhances technical capabilities, supporting successful project execution.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors, including the European Union, UNICEF, the African Development Bank, and GIZ. Involvement in international development cooperation projects has encompassed technical audits, project implementation, and capacity building within the water and sanitation sector. These initiatives have been implemented at both regional and national levels, primarily in Chad, contributing to improvements in infrastructure and governance through strategic planning and evaluation of water supply and sanitation projects.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the water and sanitation sector, the expert has held roles such as Director of Water Supply and Consultant for international projects. Responsibilities have included project management, technical audits, and capacity building. Additionally, engaged in environmental impact assessments and rural development initiatives. The geographic experience is primarily focused on Chad, with additional work in Cameroon, where contributions to academic research and technical audits have been made. This experience has provided a comprehensive understanding of local governance and regional development issues, enhancing the ability to manage and implement projects effectively. Interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating digital tools like GIS in project planning and execution, supporting infrastructure development in rural areas.

Languages and education

With a background in engineering, the expert is fluent in French, demonstrating advanced proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing. Possessing a good command of English, particularly in reading and writing, and conversational skills in Arabic, these language competences have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Educational qualifications include an Engineer of Conception degree in Hydraulics and Water Management, specializing in Sanitary and Environmental Engineering from the Institut Supérieur du Sahel in Cameroon. Additionally, holds a Diploma in Rural Development Engineering from the Institut Universitaire des Sciences Agronomiques et de l’Environnement in Chad. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Development Planning at the University of Kara in Togo, in collaboration with the Francophone Digital Campus of N'Djamena.