Key skills and expertise

With over 20 years of experience in environmental and social management, the expert has a strong foundation in establishing Environmental Management Systems and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems. Over 10 years of this experience has been dedicated to environmental and social safeguards for projects financed by multilateral development banks. Responsibilities have included coordinating and supervising the implementation of environmental and social instruments and developing monitoring and evaluation systems. Career highlights include successful project evaluations and the integration of environmental and social aspects into project designs. The expert possesses strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in collaborating with international donors such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, and Green Climate Fund, the expert has been involved in project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. These initiatives have spanned sectors like environmental and social management, infrastructure, and health. The projects have been both regional and national in scope, taking place in countries such as Tanzania, Liberia, and Ethiopia. The expert has effectively coordinated and supervised the implementation of environmental and social instruments to align with international financial institutions' safeguards policies.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked extensively in sectors such as environment and natural resource management, food security, social development, monitoring and evaluation, and pollution and waste management. Previously held roles include environmental and social consultant, technical advisor, and head of environmental management units. The expert possesses cross-cutting expertise in integrating environmental and social considerations into project planning and implementation. Work has spanned regional and country-specific projects across Africa, including Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Liberia, with a focus on sustainable development and compliance with international environmental standards. Geographic experience includes extensive work in Tanzania, Ethiopia, Liberia, Lesotho, Zambia, and Malawi. The expert has developed a deep understanding of regional development issues and local governance, particularly in the environmental and social management sectors. Long-term assignments and recurring involvement in these countries have contributed to projects funded by international donors and collaboration with local governments and stakeholders.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and Swahili, the expert has utilized these languages in professional contexts across various African countries, including Tanzania, Ethiopia, Liberia, and Zambia. Language skills have been instrumental in collaborating with multilingual teams and engaging in stakeholder consultations and project evaluations. The expert holds a Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation from the Open University of Tanzania, Tanzania, and a Master of Science in Environmental Science from Linköping University, Sweden. Additionally, a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences and Management was obtained from Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania. The expert is also pursuing a Master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health from the International Training Centre of ILO and the University of Turin, Italy.