Key skills and expertise

With eight years of experience, the expert excels in project management, resource mobilization, and partnership development. They have successfully managed integrated development projects in education, protection, and vocational training. Previously held roles include Executive Director and Thematic Referent, where leadership involved managing consortia projects and developing partnerships with international and national organizations. Notable accomplishments include producing 28 life stories and testimonies and supervising educational staff while conducting technical evaluations. The expert's efforts have significantly contributed to the empowerment and education of vulnerable populations in Benin.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as Educo, the World Bank, Oxfam Quebec, Oxfam Germany, BMZ, and the Swiss Cooperation Office (DDC) in Benin. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and strategic partnership development in areas like education, protection, and youth empowerment. The work has primarily been national in scope, focusing on enhancing conditions for vulnerable children and adolescents in Benin.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including humanitarian aid, emergency response, fundraising, and grant management. Responsibilities have included project design, management, and evaluation, with interdisciplinary expertise integrating education, protection, and vocational training into development programs. The geographic focus has been primarily country-specific to Benin, addressing regional development challenges and fostering partnerships with local and international stakeholders. The expert possesses a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics, contributing to regional development issues, particularly in education, protection, and youth empowerment.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in French, basic proficiency in English, and an intermediate level in Mina, the expert has utilized these language skills in professional settings, collaborating with multilingual teams and international organizations in Benin. The educational background includes a DESS (Master) in Project Management and Local Development, a Master's degree in Geography and Land Use Planning, and a Bachelor's degree in Geography and Land Use Planning, all obtained from the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin.