Key skills and expertise

With over 53 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned leader in international development, specializing in governance, democratization, and communications. They excel in strategic initiatives, team building, and transforming underperforming units. Their project experience spans local and international initiatives, including directing multi-million-dollar portfolios. Notable accomplishments include receiving multiple awards for exemplary leadership and crisis communications. Responsibilities have included serving as Deputy Director at USAID, where strategic counsel was provided, and inter-office relationships were enhanced across various global locations.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has extensive experience collaborating with USAID, a significant donor, on international development cooperation projects. Roles included project implementation, strategic communications, and capacity building in thematic areas such as governance and democratization. The work was conducted on a regional and national scale, with geographic locations including Bangladesh, South Sudan, Iraq, Kenya, and East Africa. This involvement included directing multi-million-dollar portfolios and providing technical assistance to advance democracy and human rights initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including Humanitarian Aid, Social Development, Administration, Democratization, and Media and Communications. Previously held roles such as Deputy Director and Senior Communications Advisor, responsible for strategic initiatives and policy development. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes fostering governance and capacity building in complex environments. The geographic scope of work spans countries like Bangladesh, South Sudan, Iraq, Kenya, and Afghanistan, managing projects that integrate local governance and international development strategies. Extensive geographic experience in these regions has involved deep engagement with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in promoting democracy and justice.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, used extensively in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. This language competence has supported roles in international development projects, facilitating effective communication and coordination across diverse cultural and organizational contexts. The expert holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Drew University, USA. Additionally, a Master of Arts (All But Thesis) in Humanities was pursued at Pennsylvania State University, USA. This educational background provided a strong foundation in political and humanities studies, enhancing the ability to lead and manage complex international development projects.