The expert has extensive project experience in development initiatives across Australia, Asia, and Africa, contributing to both local and international efforts. Their collaboration with international funding organizations, such as ADB, AfDB, AusAID, EU/EC, FAO, UNDP, and WB, highlights a strong capability in securing and managing diverse projects. Their primary sectors of expertise include rural development, environment & natural resource management, food security, institutional development & capacity building, and agriculture.

As a project manager and senior consultant with Kiaka Associates and as a partner in Foliage by Faber, the expert has been responsible for identifying and managing projects, devising sustainable land and natural resource management strategies, and developing community-driven initiatives to combat land degradation and optimize water management. They have also been instrumental in training landholders in various production management techniques.

Notable achievements include the development of participatory training programs, successful implementation of international watershed management plans, and significant improvements in local agricultural practices. They have played key leadership roles in projects across the Democratic Republic of Korea, Laos, Fiji, and other regions.

The expert possesses technical and professional skills in agronomy, project evaluation, curriculum development for training modules, and community engagement. Their linguistic abilities in Dutch, English, French, German, and Thai further enable them to work effectively in multicultural environments. This comprehensive expertise positions the expert as a valuable asset for development sector roles.