Key skills and expertise

With over 12 years of experience in sustainable agriculture and rural development, the expert is proficient in project cycle management, climate-smart agriculture, and ESG compliance. Responsibilities have included leading donor-funded projects, managing rice seed production of over 1,000 tons annually, and supporting organic certification for more than 1,000 smallholder farmers. Skilled in using ERP systems like Odoo, the expert has also achieved ISO 9001 certification readiness. Leadership roles have involved overseeing varietal trials, implementing climate-resilient farming models, and integrating agronomic data with policy initiatives in Southeast Asia.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the French Development Agency (AFD) and the World Bank. The expert's involvement includes managing irrigation and climate adaptation projects in the Boualapha district of Laos, integrating agronomic data with policy engagement to align national programs with sustainability goals, and supervising environmental and social impact studies. This work primarily focused on agriculture and climate resilience at a regional level in Southeast Asia.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as project leader, consultant, and manager across key sectors including rural development, agriculture, and livestock. The expert has focused on climate-resilient farming, irrigation, and agroecological transitions. Interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating digital tools like ERP systems in agriculture and managing ESG compliance. With a geographic focus on Southeast Asia, particularly Laos, the expert has contributed to both local and regional development initiatives. Geographic experience extends to Georgia, focusing on dairy sector development, and research conducted in France and Nepal, broadening regional expertise.

Languages and education

Bringing a strong linguistic ability, the expert is a native French speaker and fluent in English and German, with conversational skills in Lao and Thai. These language skills have been utilized in international and multicultural settings, including project management and collaboration with multilingual teams in Southeast Asia. Additionally, the expert holds a TOEIC score of 860, indicating proficiency in English. The educational background includes a Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences and Rural Development from Montpellier SupAgro, France, and a preparatory course for Grandes Écoles in Mathematics and Sciences. Studies have covered agronomy, engineering sciences, social sciences, agroecology, and economics, with a focus on agricultural production, food processing, commercialization systems, land and system management, and project management.