Key skills and expertise

With over 35 years of experience, the expert has specialized in office management, human resources, and event organization within European institutions and NGOs. Key skills include project management, negotiation, and office setup. Career highlights include successfully managing international conferences and providing administrative support for European Commission initiatives. Responsibilities have encompassed financial management, coordination with external auditors, and technical support for communications. Proficient in Microsoft Office and various institutional tools, the expert has a proven track record in enhancing organizational efficiency and fostering cross-cultural networks.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with the European Commission on international development initiatives such as the "European Citizens Signpost Service" and "Your Europe advice" under DG Markt. These initiatives focused on governance and citizen services, requiring project management and coordination of experts from EU-27 countries. The projects were regional in scope, primarily based in Brussels and Paris. Responsibilities included organizing conferences, providing technical and logistical support, and ensuring effective communication and coordination among stakeholders.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors including civil society, NGOs, administration, and program and resource management. Previously held roles such as administrative assistance, office management, and event organization, with responsibilities in human resources and financial support. The expert has collaborated on European Commission projects, providing interdisciplinary knowledge in governance and citizen services. Geographic work has been primarily regional, focusing on Brussels and Paris, with a strong emphasis on fostering international cooperation and cultural exchange. Extensive experience working in Belgium, primarily in Brussels, and significant involvement in European Commission projects in Paris, France, has provided familiarity with European governance and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in languages, the expert is a native French speaker and fluent in English, holding the First Certificate of Cambridge. Additionally, the expert possesses basic proficiency in German and has worked in multilingual environments, coordinating with translation services and participating in international projects. These language skills have been utilized extensively in European institutions, enhancing communication and collaboration across diverse teams. The educational background includes a Baccalauréat in Economic Sciences from Lycée Molière in Brussels, Belgium. Further studies include Political Sciences at ULB in Brussels, Belgium, and German at Hamburg University in Germany. Additionally, the expert earned the First Certificate of Cambridge in English from Richmond College in Surrey, United Kingdom.