Key skills and expertise

Bringing over six years of experience in knowledge management and business development, the expert specializes in international development. Key qualifications include developing comprehensive knowledge management strategies, utilizing AI and machine learning tools, and performing sophisticated data analysis. Career highlights include leading initiatives that improved service desk efficiency by 80% and securing over $20M in new projects. Responsibilities have included managing global knowledge management frameworks and directing business development efforts. The expert has contributed to both local and international projects, focusing on governance, health, and development sectors.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with prominent international donors such as USAID, CDC, FCDO, EC, EIB, World Bank, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and United Nations agencies. Their involvement encompasses managing new business proposals, capacity building, and strengthening project portfolios, successfully securing over $20M in new projects. Thematic areas of focus include governance, health, and development. This work has been primarily conducted in the UK, with in-country reconnaissance to inform capture strategies for new contracts.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors such as health, poverty reduction, migration, ICT, and program and resource management, the expert has held roles including Knowledge Manager and Senior Business Development Specialist. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes digital solutions in knowledge management and AI integration. The expert's work has a global scope with significant involvement in projects based in the UK and international development initiatives. With experience working in the UK, including roles based in London, Edinburgh, and Brighton, they have engaged in international development projects with global reach, demonstrating a strong understanding of local governance and international development dynamics.

Languages and education

The expert possesses native proficiency in English and working proficiency in Italian and French, with intermediate proficiency in Spanish. These language skills have been utilized in international development projects and within multilingual teams, enhancing communication and collaboration across diverse cultural contexts. With a background in education, the expert is pursuing an MPA in Social & Public Policy at the University of York, UK (2024 – 2026). They are also enrolled in a MicroMasters program in Data, Economics & Design of Policy at MIT & J-PAL, USA (2024 – 2025). The expert holds a BA in Economics & International Development from the University of Sussex, UK, graduating with First Class Honours in 2017.