Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 28 years of experience in rural engineering, hydro-agricultural development, and environmental conservation, the expert has led projects involving infrastructure development, anti-erosive structures, and sustainable agricultural practices. Worked across diverse projects, both international and local, managing funds and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Career highlights include overseeing projects with budgets up to 720 million CFA and enhancing local capacity through training. Responsibilities have included coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing project implementation, and providing technical assistance in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Chad.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors such as the Luxembourg Cooperation, German Financial Cooperation (KFW), Belgian Financial Cooperation, and Swiss Cooperation, the expert's involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and environmental impact evaluations. The thematic areas encompass governance, environment and climate, and infrastructure development. The projects have been regional and national in scope, focusing on rural development and infrastructure in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Chad.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles in sectors such as environment and climate, monitoring and evaluation, public sector governance, and agriculture and rural development. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating environmental considerations into rural infrastructure projects and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The geographic scope of work spans regional and country-specific projects in West Africa, with a focus on developing infrastructure that supports rural development and environmental conservation. The expert has extensive geographic experience across West Africa, with significant assignments in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Chad. This work has involved deep engagement with local governance systems and regional development initiatives, contributing to sustainable development projects that address local needs and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

Background includes positions requiring full professional proficiency in French, effectively communicating in all aspects of the language. The expert has a working proficiency in English, utilized in international projects and collaborations. Language skills have been instrumental in roles within multilingual teams and in regions where these languages are prevalent. Educationally, the expert holds a Master 2 degree in Hydraulics and Irrigation Systems Management from 2IE, an online institution. An Agronomy Engineer degree with a specialization in Water and Forests was obtained from the University of Niamey, Niger. Additionally, a Diploma in Advanced Agronomy from the National School of Agronomy in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire, and a Master's Degree in Agronomic Sciences from the University of Niamey were also achieved.