Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 28 years of experience, the expert has developed significant expertise in logistics, education, and capacity building. Key qualifications include proficiency in development survey training, impact evaluations, and emergency operations. The expert has managed logistical operations for international initiatives such as the UN World Food Programme and led training programs for UNDP. Accomplishments include developing capacity-building materials and successfully managing air movement during Cyclone Nargis. Leadership roles have involved overseeing administrative and logistical functions and facilitating community development projects. The expert's capabilities span project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building across regions including Myanmar, North Sudan, and Latvia.

Project experience and donor exposure

With extensive experience working with international donors, the expert has collaborated with organizations such as the UN World Food Programme and UNDP. Their involvement has encompassed roles in project implementation and logistics management during emergency operations like Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar. The expert has also provided technical assistance and capacity building through training programs and participatory rural appraisals. Thematic areas covered include logistics, emergency operations, and community development, with projects spanning regional and national scopes in locations such as Myanmar, North Sudan, and Latvia.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors including education, logistics, research and innovation, and transport. Previously held roles include Administrative Officer, Air Movement Officer, and Trainer, involving responsibilities in project implementation, logistics management, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating social studies with logistics and emergency operations. The geographic scope of work spans Myanmar, North Sudan, and Latvia, where contributions have been made to both regional and national initiatives, enhancing community development and logistical efficiency. The expert's extensive geographic experience in Myanmar has involved numerous projects related to logistics, emergency operations, and community development. Additionally, professional experience in Latvia has included contributions to administrative and capacity-building initiatives, providing a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues in these areas.

Languages and education

With a strong educational background, the expert holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Human and Economic Geography from the University of Yangon, Myanmar. Additional credentials include a Master of Research and a Master of Arts in Geography from the same institution. Their academic journey also comprises a Diploma in Geographic Information Systems from the University of Yangon and a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of Distance Education, Yangon. Language competencies are robust, with proficiency in English and Chinese, both of which are UN official languages. These language skills have been utilized in various international contexts, including work with multilingual teams and in-country operations in regions such as Myanmar and North Sudan. Additional language competencies include Latvian and Burmese, enhancing the ability to engage in diverse linguistic environments.