Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience, the expert excels in development and humanitarian project management, climate finance, and strategic planning. They have led substantial international initiatives, overseeing portfolios up to $1.3 billion. Previously held roles include Deputy Regional Manager at IDLO and Regional Business Services Director at CARE International. Career highlights include achieving high program quality ratings and implementing regional strategies. The expert's technical capabilities encompass quantitative and qualitative analysis, renewable energy project analysis, and organizational change management, with extensive experience in Africa and the Middle East.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, GAC, DFID, ECHO, EU, Global Fund, and World Bank, primarily focusing on project implementation and strategic planning. Responsibilities have included governance, health, and economic empowerment, managing large-scale regional projects. Notable projects include a $650 million portfolio for Malaria, Tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS across countries like Mali, Liberia, and Haiti, and a €36 million climate justice program in the Sahel region. The expert has also been involved in capacity building and risk management across Africa and the Middle East.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors such as civil society, NGOs, energy, anti-corruption, program and resource management, and audit, the expert has held leadership roles focusing on project management, strategic planning, and organizational change. Their cross-cutting expertise includes climate finance and renewable energy integration in development projects. Geographic experience spans regional and country-specific initiatives across Africa and the Middle East, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to enhance governance and operational efficiency. The expert has extensive experience across Africa and the Middle East, working in over 25 countries including Mali, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They possess a deep understanding of regional development issues, local governance, and cultural dynamics, with long-term assignments and recurring involvement in these regions.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and French, the expert has utilized these languages extensively in professional settings across Africa and the Middle East. Their language skills have been crucial in managing multilingual teams and engaging with stakeholders in diverse international projects. The educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration from Centre Polytechnique du Centre, a Bachelor of Management from ISM in Senegal, and a Master of Accounting Science from the University of South Africa. Additionally, they are pursuing a Certified Expert in Climate and Renewable Energy Finance at the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management in Germany. An Advanced Certificate was also obtained from the College of Danane.