Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience, the expert excels in project management, strategy implementation, and process improvement across various sectors, including public administration and private sector development. Career highlights include leading international initiatives, such as increasing production capacity from 5 to 10 million units and securing a $2.5 million contract at an innovation summit. Proficient in MS Project, Lean Management, and ERP systems, the expert has previously held leadership roles such as Director of Operations and Director of Research and Development, demonstrating strong capabilities in team management and operational optimization.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with the United States Department of State through the "Honduras Changemakers" education program, under the Association Despierta Honduras (ADH). This involvement included designing and implementing educational initiatives aimed at civic engagement. The collaboration was national in scope, focusing on capacity building within Honduras.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in poverty reduction, social development, public administration, and SME/private sector development, the expert has held key roles, including Director of Operations, Director of Research and Development, and Engineering Manager. Responsibilities have included project management, strategy implementation, and process improvement. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating ERP systems and lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. Geographic experience spans both Honduras and the United States, reflecting a strong ability to manage cross-sectoral initiatives in diverse environments. This diverse experience underscores the ability to navigate and manage projects across different cultural and administrative landscapes.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Spanish, with Spanish being the mother tongue. Additionally, there is a basic proficiency in French at level A2. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including work in the United States and Honduras, as well as in managing cross-cultural and multilingual teams. The expert holds a Master in Public Administration from Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government, USA, with a focus on public policy and management. Additionally, a Master of Science in Engineering Management was obtained from Tufts University, USA, as a Fulbright Program Grantee. The undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Central American Technological University, UNITEC, Honduras.