Sectors of professional activity: Procurement, Grants & Grant Schemes, Finance & Accounting; Spoken languages: English, Indonesian, Portuguese, Tetum; Citizenships: Indonesia; Countries of professional experience: Cambodia, Indonesia, Timor-Leste; Description: Work experience: Finance & Operations Manager, Partnership and Grant Manager, Operations and Grant Adviser, Procurement, Finance and Grant Management Specialist, General Manager, Resident Procurement Adviser, Financial Officer to Finance & Contract Section. The expert has demonstrated extensive engagement in both local and international initiatives, showcasing a robust portfolio in diversified projects. The expert has been instrumental in strategic collaborations with globally established organizations such as Palladium International and the EU Delegation to Timor-Leste, reinforcing their role in significant international funding projects. Specializing primarily in the fields of procurement, grants, and finance, the expert's knowledge spans across developing strategic procurement plans and managing grant lifecycle operations to providing advisory on contract management. Key responsibilities undertaken by the expert include operations management, ensuring compliance with international and national regulations, financial oversight and strategic guidance in policy implementation. Notable achievements include establishing a grant monitoring system under the DFAT-funded INOVASI project, as well as successfully negotiating high-value contracts, thus ensuring the optimal use of resources and funding. Technical and professional skills include a command over project management and financial software, sharp analytical abilities, and a robust leadership acumen fostering top performance and goal-oriented project delivery. The driving force behind the expert's success is a blend of comprehensive operation management, strategic financial planning, and effective team leadership, reinforcing the measurable impact and success of the projects overseen.