Key skills and expertise

With over 47 years of experience in land tenure, property rights, and resettlement frameworks, the expert has demonstrated leadership in land acquisition and stakeholder engagement. Career highlights include leading projects such as the Rapid Railway Network and various dam constructions, achieving significant improvements in land governance. Responsibilities have encompassed managing government programs, conducting social and economic studies, and implementing land policies. The expert has successfully facilitated land acquisitions and resettlements, ensuring outcomes aligned with best international practices.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, SIDA, FAO, and international development banks. Involvement has included project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and evaluations in areas like land governance and infrastructure development. These projects have been conducted on a national and regional scale in Tunisia, focusing on land tenure security and resettlement frameworks. The expert's work with these donors has contributed to enhancing land management and supporting sustainable development initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at the intersection of land tenure, social development, environment and climate, GIS, mapping and cadastre, project management, and agriculture and rural development. Previously held leadership roles in land acquisition and resettlement, managing government programs and international projects. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating land governance with environmental sustainability and economic development. Geographic experience spans regional and national scopes, primarily in Tunisia and Iraq, addressing complex land and social issues to support sustainable development goals. Extensive geographic experience in Tunisia has involved numerous land acquisition and resettlement projects across regions such as Beja, Sidi Bouzid, Ben Arous, and Manouba. Additionally, the expert has contributed to a land access and resettlement project in Iraq, providing a deep understanding of cultural dynamics and regional development challenges.

Languages and education

Bringing a strong linguistic capability, the expert is fluent in Arabic, French, and English. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Proficiency in these UN official languages enhances the ability to engage effectively in international development projects and negotiations. With a background in agricultural and rural economic development, the expert holds a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of Missouri, Columbia, USA, and an Engineer Diploma in Rural Economics from the Agronomic National Institute of Tunis, Tunisia. These qualifications underscore a deep expertise in agricultural and rural economic development.