Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 45 years of experience, the expert is a recognized authority in Public Finance Management and Governance. With 21 years in the audit profession, they are a Chartered Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner. Career highlights include leading international consultancy projects in public finance management, corporate governance, and forensic audits. Responsibilities have included developing reform action plans, training government auditors, and strengthening professional accountancy organizations. The expert has successfully implemented projects for the World Bank and other international donors, contributing to significant governance improvements across Africa. Leadership roles have included serving as an audit partner and CEO of a professional institute.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the World Bank, GIZ, and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in governance and public finance management. They have contributed to national and regional projects, including public finance reforms in Zimbabwe and corporate governance in Seychelles. Additionally, they have played a key role in establishing accountancy oversight bodies in Ethiopia and Botswana, as well as developing professional accountancy organizations in several African countries.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in macro-economics, public finance, anti-corruption, finance and accounting, and audit, the expert has held roles such as consultant, audit partner, and CEO. Their expertise includes developing fraud-resistant systems and advising on corporate governance reforms. They have worked regionally across Africa, with significant contributions in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Seychelles, and engagements in the Caribbean and South Asia. The expert has extensive geographic experience, particularly in Zimbabwe, Botswana, Ethiopia, and Seychelles. They have deep familiarity with local governance and regional development, having worked on public finance management reforms and corporate governance in these countries. Additionally, they have contributed to projects in Liberia, Nigeria, and several Caribbean and South Asian countries, enhancing their understanding of diverse cultural dynamics and regional issues. Their work often involves long-term assignments and recurring involvement in regional initiatives.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, the expert has utilized this competence extensively in international consultancy projects, collaborating with multilingual teams and conducting training sessions for government auditors in various countries. The expert holds a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of Zimbabwe and a Post Graduate Certificate in Local Government Finance from the University of Birmingham, UK. These qualifications underpin their expertise in finance and governance, contributing to their extensive career in public finance management and consultancy.