Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 22 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned executive in strategic finance, administration, and operations. They have successfully managed a career portfolio exceeding $4 billion across both private and public sectors. Key skills include financial operations, strategic planning, digital transformation, and risk management. The expert has led international projects, achieving $100 million in new awards while enhancing compliance and revenue generation. Previously held roles such as CFO, COO, and Treasurer, they have driven organizational improvements and spearheaded significant initiatives in international development and business development pipelines.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors, the expert has worked with DFID, GFATM, USAID, Irish AID, Gates Foundation, and European grants. Their involvement includes donor reporting management, capacity building, and technical assistance. Thematic areas of expertise encompass governance, health, and financial management. They have managed projects with budgets exceeding $100 million, focusing on regional and national scales. Their geographic experience spans Africa, Asia, and the United Kingdom, where they have contributed to enhancing donor relations and project outcomes.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors, including community development, NGOs, public sector governance, financial services, and audit. Responsibilities have included strategic finance, administration, and operations leadership. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise extends to digital transformation in financial operations and risk management. Their geographic scope includes regional and international work, enhancing compliance and performance in diverse cultural contexts. Extensive geographic experience includes work in the United States, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Costa Rica, Greece, Brazil, and Mongolia. They have demonstrated deep familiarity with regional development issues, particularly in Africa and Asia, through capacity building and strategic planning initiatives.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is fluent in English and Afrikaans. English, being a UN official language, has been utilized in professional settings, including international collaborations and leading multilingual teams. This proficiency supports effective communication in diverse and global work environments. The expert holds an MBA in Strategic and Financial Management from Delta State University, USA, completed in 2004. Additionally, they earned a BComm degree in Accounting, Economics, and Law from Rhodes University, South Africa, completed in 2001.