The expert has extensive project experience in both local and international initiatives, effectively managing integrated projects within Water and Energy sectors across Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Asia. Demonstrating the capacity to adapt to rapidly changing political or business environments, the expert has collaborated closely with international funding organizations like IFAD and the Dutch EIA-Commission, orchestrating institutional changes, especially within the irrigated agricultural sector and community infrastructures. Specializing in the creation of Water User Associations (WUAs), the expert excels in embedding water users in design and operation processes and enhancing agricultural development. Primary sectors of expertise include rural development, energy, environment, food security, water and sanitation, and agriculture. Key responsibilities undertaken include leading project design, evaluation, monitoring, and supervision missions, alongside facilitating national strategic discussions and conducting workshops and trainings on varied subjects. Achievements have included the development of sustainable irrigation schemes and significant involvements in large E(SH)IAs for spatial plans and wind energy projects within the Netherlands and internationally, thus making measurable impacts on climate resilience and flood protection initiatives. Technical skills are emphasized in wind energy project management as well as in designing, supervising, and evaluating complex projects. As a senior institutional advisor, the expert’s leadership roles often encompass project management combined with subject matter expertise on ESHIA standards and integrated community infrastructure projects.