Key skills and expertise

Bringing over nine years of experience in gender equality, disability, social inclusion, and international development, the expert is a seasoned Project Manager and Consultant. Key qualifications include project management, technical support, and research skills. Career highlights include leading disability and inclusion projects, developing training programs, and facilitating international collaborations. Accomplishments encompass creating inclusive education guidelines and toolkits, conducting qualitative research, and managing multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities have included overseeing disability programs and coordinating with government and international organizations in Southeast Asia and beyond.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has worked with international donors such as the United States Department of Labor – Bureau of International Labor Affairs and Caritas Australia. In these collaborations, the expert has been involved in technical assistance, research, and evaluation within international development cooperation projects. Thematic areas of focus include disability and inclusion, gender equality, and education. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, with work conducted in Cambodia, Vietnam, Uganda, and other parts of Southeast Asia. The expert has provided technical expertise and conducted evaluations to support project implementation and capacity-building efforts.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in gender equality, disability inclusion, social inclusion, and international development, the expert has held roles such as project management, consultancy, and technical advisory positions. Responsibilities have spanned project oversight, training development, and research and evaluation. The expert possesses interdisciplinary knowledge, integrating social inclusion with education and healthcare initiatives. Geographic experience is extensive in Southeast Asia, particularly in Cambodia and Vietnam, with additional projects in Uganda and Germany. This work has developed a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, especially within the context of international development cooperation and social inclusion initiatives.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Portuguese speaker and is fluent in English (C2 level). Additionally, proficiency in Spanish (B1) and French (A2) is evident, along with basic everyday communication skills in Khmer. These language competences have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international development projects and collaborations with multilingual teams in Southeast Asia and other regions. The expert holds a Master's degree from The Open University in the UK and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) in Brazil. These academic credentials emphasize a focus on occupational therapy and related fields, providing a strong foundation for the expert's work in disability and social inclusion.