Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 40 years of experience in development cooperation and the private sector, the expert specializes in tourism, hospitality, and infrastructure. Career highlights include leading projects in governance, capacity building, and private sector development across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Previously held roles such as project manager, consultant, and general manager, with accomplishments like revitalizing a 650ha plantation in Cameroon and developing a sustainable city in Morocco. Responsibilities have included project cycle management, technical and financial assessments, and contract management, showcasing leadership in multi-national and cross-sectoral initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as GIZ, KfW, and the EU. The expert's involvement encompasses project implementation, due diligence evaluations, and capacity building in governance, private sector development, and tourism. These projects have been both regional and national in scope, covering locations such as Tunisia, Morocco, Senegal, Iraq, Lebanon, and Albania.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors including development cooperation, tourism, agriculture, and infrastructure, the expert has held roles such as project manager, consultant, and head of component. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical evaluations, and capacity building. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating infrastructure development in rural settings and promoting private sector growth. The geographic scope of work spans regional and country-specific levels, with significant projects in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, reflecting broad interdisciplinary knowledge and adaptability to diverse sectoral challenges. Extensive geographic experience includes long-term assignments in Tunisia, Morocco, and Cameroon, and work in countries like Albania, Algeria, Georgia, Iraq, Lebanon, Senegal, and Uzbekistan, demonstrating a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is a native German speaker and fluent in English and French. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international development projects and multilingual teams across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The expert holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Empirical Sciences from the University of Munich, Germany, completed in 1990. Additionally, they completed advanced retail management training and certification at HDE Hauptgemeinschaft des deutschen Einzelhandels and vocational training in retail management at the Chamber of Commerce Berlin, both in Germany.