Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 22 years of experience, the expert is a Senior Audit Consultant specializing in internal and external audits, risk management, and forensic investigations. With expertise in governance, risk management, and compliance, the expert is adept at leading multi-country audit assignments and fraud investigations. Technical skills include proficiency in SAP, Oracle, Sage, and audit software like Galileo and 4Audit. Having delivered high-quality results for international donor institutions, the expert has managed complex audits and provided strategic insights to enhance audit effectiveness. Leadership roles have involved multinational team management and training across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

Project experience and donor exposure

Career highlights include collaboration with international donor institutions such as the European Commission, UN agencies, the Global Fund, and the World Bank. The expert's involvement encompasses leading multi-country audit assignments and fraud investigations, focusing on governance, risk management, and compliance. The expert has delivered high-quality results for donor-funded projects across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, covering thematic areas like governance and financial audits. Responsibilities have included enhancing audit effectiveness and addressing donor compliance needs through regional and sector-specific projects.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including food security, poverty reduction, procurement, anti-corruption, SME and private sector development, finance and accounting, and audit. Previously held roles such as Senior Audit Consultant and Manager, leading audits, risk management, and forensic investigations. Cross-cutting expertise includes compliance and governance advisory, with a focus on international donor-funded projects. The expert's work spans regional and global scales, particularly in EMEA, Western Europe, and Africa, contributing to enhancing governance and financial accountability. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Africa, Western and Eastern Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. They have worked in numerous countries, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, France, Germany, India, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and the USA. This experience involves deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in Africa, where the expert has engaged in audit and advisory roles in 36 countries, contributing to regional development and compliance initiatives.

Languages and education

With a background in bilingual communication, the expert is fully proficient in English and French, using these languages extensively in professional settings, including leading multilingual teams and conducting audits and investigations across EMEA. Additionally, there is proficiency in Bambara and Ewe, supporting work in diverse geographic regions and enhancing communication in international initiatives. The expert holds a BA (Hons) in Professional Accounting from London South Bank University in the United Kingdom, completed between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, certifications include Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) obtained in 2014, along with a CFE Associate, Certified Fraud Examiner certification in 2019.