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Debora B. International Team Leader EU4Water
Last update: May 2, 2025
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Citizenships:
Italy, UK
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Highest Degree:
Masters
Experience:
29 years
Salary:
Countries:
UK
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The expert holds extensive experience across the international development sector with a strong emphasis on environment, natural resources management, and water & sanitation. With fluent communication skills in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, the expert is adept in collaborating with both local and international initiatives.
Currently serving as the International Team Leader for EU4Water, the expert provides strategic direction and leads project management involving the EU Water Framework Directive. The leadership extends to strategic planning and execution of projects with notable involvement in supporting policy adherence and enhancing project performance outcomes.
Previously, as a WASH Advisor for the British Red Cross, the expert imparted high-quality technical advisories, ensuring compliance with all standards across community development programs. This role involved global engagement from Bangladesh's urban projects to Mozambique's emergency responses, emphasizing strategic solutions through public-private collaborations.
The tenure at WaterAid UK included leading a Global Water Program, focusing on WASH in Schools projects across multiple countries, thereby enhancing advocacy and scalability of community services.
Significant achievements include leading national community programs funded by the EU in Angola and piloting innovative solutions in humanitarian contexts with organizations such as UNICEF and IFRC. These interventions supported technical development at country ministries and assisted in systematic policy formation and capacity building efforts.
The expert's technical proficiency spans advanced hydrological modeling, GIS applications, and ERP systems critical for project and fund management. Proficient analytical capabilities facilitated impactful environmental assessments for critical bodies, including the Venice Water Authority.
With a Master of Science in Water Resources Management from the University of Newcastle and specialist certifications in WASH, the expert is well-equipped to persistently advance developmental goals, ensuring sustainable and impactful community outcomes in challenging terrains.
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