Key Skills and Expertise

Bringing over 16 years of experience in supply chain and procurement, the expert has led logistics and procurement teams to achieve significant results, including an 18% cost reduction and maintaining 100% stock availability during crises. Their expertise encompasses SAP ERP implementation, strategic sourcing, and managing contracts exceeding $15M. Recognized for award-winning performance, they have played a pivotal role in high-level advocacy within international initiatives.

Project Experience and Donor Exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with major donors such as CERF, BHA/USAID, ECHO, and Italian Cooperation. The expert's responsibilities have included project implementation and donor engagement, ensuring compliance and transparency. These efforts have been conducted on both national and regional scales, particularly in Sudan, Chad, and South Sudan, focusing on health and emergency response projects.

Sectors and Geographic Focus

With a background in sectors including civil society, NGOs, humanitarian aid, logistics, procurement, and administration, the expert has previously held roles such as Supply Chain and Operation Support Team Lead. Their responsibilities have included logistics optimization and emergency response, with cross-cutting expertise in digital innovation in supply chain management. The geographic scope of their work covers regions like Sudan and Yemen.

The expert has extensive geographic experience in Djibouti, Egypt, Italy, Sudan, Sweden, UAE, and Yemen. They have demonstrated deep familiarity with regional development issues and cultural dynamics, particularly in Sudan and Yemen, through long-term assignments and recurring involvement in logistics and emergency response projects.

Languages and Education

Fluent in Italian and English (C1 level), the expert is also proficient in Spanish (B2 level) and has basic proficiency in French (A2 level). These language skills have been utilized in multicultural environments and international projects across various countries, enhancing communication within multilingual teams.

The expert holds a Master in Supply Chain and International Logistics and a Master in Business Administration from Universidad Camilo Jose Cela, Spain. Additionally, they have obtained a Diploma in Public Procurement from CIPS, the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, and a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification from APICS/ASCM. They also completed training on Operational Risk Management for Graded Emergencies with the World Health Organization.

Memeber of IFRC and DRC roster