Key skills and expertise.

With 29 years of professional experience, the expert possesses extensive skills in planning, organizing, and evaluating employment programs and services. Demonstrated leadership in managing projects and teams within multi-cultural environments. Successfully managed budgets up to $300,000 and delivered employment workshops. Notable achievements include granting 408 loans for local economic development and securing budget increases for health service projects. Expertise encompasses human resources policy application and training initiatives, with a strong background in project management and community engagement. Proficient in MS Office, the expert excels in communication and problem-solving skills.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Bringing over two decades of experience, the expert has worked across diverse projects involving employment, health services, and community engagement. Career highlights include advancing French-language health services and managing employment programs in Canada and Côte d'Ivoire. Responsibilities have included program evaluation, budget management, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring successful project outcomes and community impact. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise extends to applying human resources policies and delivering training initiatives, effectively supporting both local and international initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus.

Previously held roles such as Planning and Engagement Officer, Coordinator, and Project Manager in sectors including education, labor market and employment, administration, training, human resources, and program management. Responsibilities have included program evaluation, budget management, and community engagement. Geographic experience spans Canada and Côte d'Ivoire, with a focus on advancing French-language health services and managing employment programs that support local economic development. Demonstrates deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics in both regions, contributing to significant economic and social outcomes.

Languages and education.

Fluent in English and French, the expert has utilized these language skills extensively in professional settings, including work in Canada and Côte d'Ivoire. Proficient in delivering online training and translating course information between French and English. Engaged in multilingual teams and community engagement initiatives, effectively supporting French-language health services and employment programs. Holds an M.Sc. in Industrial Relations and Human Resources from Université du Québec en Outaouais, Canada (2011-2015). Obtained a DESS in Labor and Human Resources Economics from Université de Cocody, Faculty of Economics, Côte d'Ivoire (1998-2000). Also earned a Master's degree in Management from Université de Cocody, Faculty of Economics, Côte d'Ivoire (1989-1993).