Mr. Eric Zakpa has garnered nearly 21 years of experience in steering financial and operational components of expansive international development and humanitarian emergency initiatives. His sectoral expertise spans governance, health, education, gender, peacebuilding and stabilization, and humanitarian response, predominantly within the West and Central Africa Region. Since January 2022, as Director of Finance and Administration for Tetra Tech Management Systems International, he has overseen the USAID BHA Central Africa Regional Third-Party Monitoring project, impacting the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, and Central African Republic. His leadership in multi-million-dollar projects in conflict and post-conflict areas is noteworthy, particularly in developing robust financial strategies, adhering to donor standards, and optimizing resource utilization. Mr. Zakpa’s rich portfolio includes his tenure with Creative Associates International as Director of Operations for the USAID-funded West Africa Trade and Investment Hub Project, distributing over $90M in Co-investment Grants across several African nations. His previous roles span various prominent organizations, such as Abt Associates International, the International Organization for Peacebuilding, UN WOMEN, and Health Alliance International, where he led operations under USAID, European Union, Global Fund, CDC/PEPFAR, World Bank, and UN funding. Notable is his proficiency in producing financial statements per US GAAP and IFRS standards and leading audits. The expert excels in reviewing and approving financial documents and providing financial management training. His personal attributes include being result-oriented with stellar analytical and leadership skills. Academic credentials feature a master's degree in management, finance option, languages fluency in English and French, and Spanish proficiency. Key technical skills include Grants and Subcontract Management, Budget Development, Financial Reporting, and Audit capabilities, alongside expertise in capacity building and using accounting software like QuickBooks.