With an accomplished career spanning over 27 years, the expert is a seasoned Senior International Consultant specializing in international development, governance, social development, and sustainable economies. Their extensive project experience includes working on local and international initiatives focused on technical assistance, monitoring and evaluation of multi-sector & multi-stakeholder programs, facilitated through European and global funding instruments like the Global Europe/NDICI and the European Development Fund. The expert boasts a prolific record of collaboration with international funding organizations, having provided advisory services to the EU, OECD, and multiple international bodies in governance, social policy, migration, and training sectors. Primary areas of expertise cover social and economic development, gender equality, due diligence in human rights, employment standards, and environmental safeguards. Key responsibilities have seen the expert lead projects from conception through to delivery, including the development of gender mainstreaming indicators and the facilitation of south-south/north-south relations in migration and development. Notable achievements include the design and implementation of technical frameworks that support formalization of economies, facilitate migrant integration, and enhance regional governmental capabilities. The expert's roles have consistently yielded measurable impacts, such as improved policy outcomes and strengthened institutional capacities. Technical proficiencies include strong management skills, capability building, and a thorough command of project cycle management approaches. Their technical acumen is complemented by professional skills in strategic communication, team leadership, multi-sector networking, and results-based management. Their leadership has been pivotal in driving the success of complex, high-stakes projects across diverse global landscapes.