Key skills and expertise.

Bringing over 40 years of experience, the expert specializes in public financial management, investment management, and governance. Key qualifications include expertise in budgeting, treasury, financial management systems, and public-private partnerships. Career highlights involve leading international projects in regions such as MENA and Africa, where responsibilities have included roles like Senior Advisor and Country Representative. Accomplishments include the development of financial management systems, enhancement of fiscal transparency, and implementation of program budgeting. The expert has provided technical assistance and advisory services in governance and anti-corruption across multiple countries.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund. Involvement has included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in governance, public financial management, and infrastructure. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, with work conducted in locations such as Libya, Iraq, Kosovo, Egypt, and East Africa. Previously held roles have included advisory positions and leading task teams on financial management and investment projects.

Sectors and geographic focus.

The expert has worked across key sectors including macroeconomics, public finance, urban development, water and sanitation, democratization, and public administration. Background includes positions as Senior Advisor, Country Representative, and Public Sector Specialist. With cross-cutting expertise in public-private partnerships and governance reforms, the expert has been involved in regional and country-specific projects in MENA, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Their interdisciplinary knowledge includes integrating financial management systems with infrastructure and service delivery improvements. Extensive geographic experience spans the United States, Central and Eastern Europe, the MENA region, Africa, Latin America, and Southeast and East Asia. The expert has demonstrated deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in Libya, Iraq, Kosovo, Egypt, and East Africa.

Languages and education.

With a background in English and German language competences, the expert is fluent in English and has a working proficiency in German. These language skills have been utilized in international work settings, collaborating with multilingual teams across various regions. The expert holds an MSc in Natural Resource Management and an MA in Economics from the University of Michigan, USA. Additionally, all doctoral coursework and exams in Economics were completed at the University of British Columbia, Canada. The expert also earned a BA in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, USA.