Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 50 years of experience in the ICT sector, the expert is proficient in ICT4D initiatives, e-Government services, and fostering public-private partnerships. Career highlights include leading major ERP system projects for global companies and managing ICT security and risk initiatives. With extensive project management experience in both local and international contexts, the expert has been instrumental in developing and implementing national ICT policies and strategies. Responsibilities have included consulting senior government officials and managing multinational teams, leading to successful ICT systems development and operational change management across various sectors.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international collaboration, the expert has worked with donors such as the European Commission and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. Their involvement included providing technical assistance, project management, and policy development in governance and ICT sector development, including e-Government and e-Learning. Projects have been executed on regional and national levels, particularly in Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and across the East African Community region.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions in multiple sectors, such as ICT, education, industry, commerce, and services. Previously held roles such as ICT Governance Advisor, Senior Manager, and Technical Advisor, focusing on operational development and digital transformation. The expert's cross-cutting expertise encompasses ICT systems implementation in public and private sectors, e-Government, and public-private partnerships. Worked across diverse projects involving regional and national scopes, with significant projects in East Africa, Europe, and Asia, showcasing interdisciplinary knowledge in integrating ICT solutions across industries.

The expert has extensive geographic experience, having worked in over 30 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Notable regions include East Africa, with significant involvement in Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi, focusing on ICT sector development and regional cooperation. They have also worked in Finland, Germany, the UK, USA, and Vietnam, among others, gaining deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics. Their recurring involvement in these regions underscores their expertise in regional development and international collaboration.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is a native Finnish speaker and fluent in English and Swedish. Proficiency in German and basic skills in French and Italian have been utilized in international and multilingual team settings, enhancing collaboration and communication across countries and cultures. Educational achievements include a Master of Science in Computer Science, Statistics, and Mathematics from the University of Turku, Finland, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the same institution. Additional education includes a course in Computerized Financial Accounting and a basic level French course at Université Nationale de Côte d'Ivoire.