Key skills and expertise.

With 18 years of experience in environmental management and sustainable development, the expert possesses key qualifications in climate change, biodiversity conservation, and project management. Proficient in GIS and remote sensing, the expert has extensive project experience in West Africa, collaborating with international organizations like IUCN and BirdLife International. Previously held roles such as Coordinator and Project Manager, responsible for implementing and monitoring regional conservation projects. Career highlights include developing collaborative relationships and providing technical support for local NGOs, contributing to significant conservation initiatives and environmental assessments.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the Mava Foundation and Luxembourg Agency for Cooperation and Development (LuxDev) in projects focused on environmental and climate change strategies. Responsibilities have included technical assistance, capacity building, and project implementation in sectors like environment and sustainable development. The projects were regional in scope, covering West and Central African countries, including Senegal, Cabo Verde, and Sierra Leone. Additionally, engaged with IUCN for conservation initiatives and BirdLife International for biodiversity management in the oil and gas sector across multiple West African nations.

Sectors and geographic focus.

The expert has worked in sectors including environmental management, natural resource management, and sustainable development. Background includes positions at international organizations where roles such as Coordinator, Project Manager, and Consultant were held, responsible for implementing and monitoring conservation projects. Demonstrates interdisciplinary expertise in GIS, remote sensing, and environmental impact assessments. The work has a regional scope across West and Central Africa, involving collaboration with international organizations and local stakeholders to address biodiversity conservation, climate change, and sustainable development initiatives. Extensive geographic experience includes significant work in Senegal, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Cape Verde. This experience highlights a strong understanding of cultural dynamics and regional environmental issues, supported by recurring assignments and leadership roles in international initiatives.

Languages and education.

Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, with French being the strongest language proficiency. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional contexts, including in-country work across West Africa and collaboration with multilingual teams in international development projects. The expert's language proficiency facilitates effective communication and coordination in regional and international initiatives, although no formal language certifications are specified. Holds a Doctorate in Geography from Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Senegal, completed between 2003 and 2009. Obtained a Master of Health in Sciences, Environment, Territories, and Society, specializing in Sustainable Development Engineering, from Université Versailles-Saint-Quentin en Yvelines, France, during 2009-2011. Additionally, earned a Professional Master in Environment focusing on Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection from Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Senegal, from 2003 to 2005.