Key skills and expertise

With six years of experience, the expert excels in fundraising, donor relations, and project management. They have effectively developed grant proposals, securing funding and expanding programs. Key skills include strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), and storytelling for social impact. The expert has led global proposal development and strategic donor engagement, enhancing financial sustainability. Leadership roles include managing cross-border justice reform projects and developing fundraising strategies, resulting in multi-year funding agreements and strengthened organizational capacity.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors in managing cross-border justice reform projects funded by international donors, aligning with organizational and donor goals. This work involved consortium development and capacity building among ministries, CSOs, and regional partners. The projects were sector-specific to justice reform and took place in various geographic locations, including Belgium, France, Mozambique, and Portugal. The expert also engaged in donor relations and project management, successfully developing grant proposals to secure funding and expand programmatic impact.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked in key sectors including fundraising, monitoring and evaluation, human rights, conflict resolution, democratization, and advocacy. They have held roles such as Grant Writer, Grants & Fundraising Manager, and Portfolio Coordinator, focusing on strategic planning, donor engagement, and project management. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans governance and social justice initiatives, with a geographic scope that includes Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia, enhancing cross-sectoral programmatic impact. The expert has extensive geographic experience working in Belgium, France, Mozambique, and Portugal. This diverse regional exposure has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in contexts involving international development and cross-border initiatives. The expert's work in these countries has involved collaboration with various stakeholders and adaptation to regional development issues.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in Portuguese (C2), English (C1), and French (C1), with proficiency in Spanish (B1). These language skills have been utilized in professional contexts across Belgium, France, Mozambique, and Portugal, supporting collaboration with multilingual teams and international stakeholders. The expert's language competencies have facilitated effective communication in diverse cultural and professional environments. The expert holds a Double Master’s Degree in Politics and Government in Africa and the Global South, awarded jointly by Sciences Po Bordeaux in France and the University of Coimbra in Portugal. Additionally, the expert earned a Double Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Political Science from the same institutions. These academic qualifications provide a strong foundation in international relations and governance.