Key skills and expertise

With 22 years of experience, the expert specializes in internal auditing, risk management, environmental accounting, and program evaluation. Leadership roles have included managing director and consultant positions, with responsibilities in resource administration and strategic planning. Notable achievements include developing evaluation frameworks for UN-affiliated initiatives and managing a $50 million enterprise. Proficient in data analysis and qualitative research, the expert has consistently delivered impactful results across finance, governance, and socio-economic development sectors. Their strategic oversight and technical assistance have been instrumental in both local and international projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the United Nations, UNICEF, and UNIFEM, providing consultancy services in monitoring and evaluation. The involvement included offering technical assistance, developing evaluation frameworks, and revising program indicators. Thematic areas covered include social, economic, education, health, and gender equality. These projects were executed at both regional and national levels, primarily in Congo and Equatorial Guinea, supporting governmental and non-governmental organizations in enhancing their program evaluation capacities and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at various sectors, including finance and accounting, audit, monitoring and evaluation, and administration. Responsibilities have included program evaluation, risk management, and financial oversight. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses integrating environmental accounting into financial practices and strategic planning. The geographic scope of work spans Canada, Equatorial Guinea, and Congo, where contributions have been made to both local and international initiatives, enhancing sectoral governance and socio-economic development. Extensive geographic experience has also involved collaboration with local governments, international organizations, and NGOs, providing a deep understanding of regional governance and development challenges.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in French and Spanish, the expert has excellent proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing, with strong capabilities in English as well. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including international projects and collaborations within multilingual teams. The expert holds a Master's degree in Accounting, Control, and Audit from the École des Sciences de la Gestion de l’Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada. Additionally, they have completed a Diplôme d’Etudes Supérieures in Audit and Control of Management from the Institut de Gestion et du Développement Economique, Congo. Their academic journey also includes a Licence in Economie Financière from Université Marien-Ngouabi, Congo, and a Baccalauréat en Sciences Naturelles from Lycée Cheminade, Congo. Further studies in Public Administration were pursued at the École Nationale de l’Administration Publique, Canada.