Key skills and expertise

With 15 years of experience in procurement, the expert specializes in strengthening procurement teams, providing technical advice, and developing strategies for both international and local projects. Responsibilities have included managing procurement processes for organizations such as UNOPS and the IDB, ensuring compliance, and enhancing procurement tools. Career highlights include transitioning to long-term agreements and reducing process execution times. Leadership roles have involved managing work teams, evaluating committees, and resolving complex procurement issues, contributing to successful implementations in sectors such as health and infrastructure.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), and the World Bank. Their involvement encompasses project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in sectors like health, education, and infrastructure. Projects have been executed on both national and regional scales, primarily in Nicaragua and Honduras, with additional work in Guatemala. The expert's roles often involved managing procurement processes, developing strategies, and ensuring compliance with donor standards.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving procurement, focusing on health, education, and infrastructure. Previously held roles such as Procurement Senior Officer and Contract Administration Auditor, with responsibilities including data analysis, strategy development, and team management. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating business intelligence into procurement processes. The geographic scope of work has primarily been regional, covering countries like Nicaragua, Honduras, and Guatemala, where the expert has successfully implemented international and local initiatives.

Background includes positions at regional levels in Latin America, particularly in Nicaragua and Honduras, with additional work in Guatemala. The expert has demonstrated a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues, having been involved in long-term assignments and projects focused on procurement and infrastructure. Their work has contributed to significant improvements in procurement processes and capacity building within these countries.

Languages and education

With a background in Latin American Master in Public Procurement from Universidad Nacional de San Martin (UNSAM) in Argentina and a Postgraduate degree in Public Sector Procurement from Universidad Politécnica de Nicaragua (UPOLI), the expert also holds a Diploma in Public Sector Procurement from Universidad de Ciencia y Tecnología (UNITEC) in Nicaragua. Additionally, a Law Degree from Universidad Centroamericana (UCA) in Nicaragua, with a mention in Private Law, complements their educational profile. Fluent in Spanish, the expert has utilized this language extensively in professional settings across Latin America, including in-country work in Nicaragua and Honduras. They possess intermediate proficiency in English, employed in multilingual teams and international projects.