Key skills and expertise

With 23 years of experience, the expert is a finance management specialist skilled in financial forecasting, compliance, and project management for local and international initiatives. Successfully implementing financial systems, reducing audit queries, and leading restructuring processes are among the expert's accomplishments. Responsibilities have included overseeing financial management projects, supporting external audits, and training staff in financial systems and compliance. Previously held roles such as Director of Financial Management, Finance and Administrative Director, and Finance and Administration Manager demonstrate expertise in governance, health, and education sectors across Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the United States Embassy, Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, and John Snow Incorporated. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in health and education sectors. The expert has worked on regional and national projects across Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on financial management, compliance, and capacity building for donor-financed projects. Their work has involved improving financial reporting systems, training personnel, and ensuring compliance with local laws and donor requirements.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across multiple sectors, including education, training and capacity building, HR and employment, logistics, administration, fundraising and grant management, financial services, and audit. Background includes positions at organizations where the expert held roles such as Director of Financial Management, Finance and Administrative Director, and Finance and Operations Manager. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes implementing financial systems and compliance measures in donor-financed projects. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific projects in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on governance, health, and education sectors. The expert has extensive geographic experience in these countries, demonstrating a deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues. Their work has involved long-term assignments, focusing on financial management, compliance, and capacity building within international development projects.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and possesses working knowledge of French and Swahili. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings across Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, facilitating effective communication in multilingual teams and international projects. The expert's proficiency in English and French has supported roles in finance management and international development cooperation. The expert holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Herriot Watt University, Edinburgh Business School, United Kingdom. They also earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom. Additionally, the expert obtained a Diploma in Business Education from Kyambogo University, Uganda, and completed the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants program at the Management and Accountancy Training College in Kampala, Uganda.