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Brussels Metropolitan Area

Budget: €60K | Donor: City of Brussels | Staff: Interface with 21 department heads (no hierarchical link). Coordination and implementation of a comprehensive programme for accessibility and inclusion of people with disabilities across the City of Brussels territory.• Facilitated the ‘Consultative Council for People with Disabilities’, fostering the emergence of relevant proposals, and translating these proposals into actionable policy recommendations for the office of the responsible… Show more Budget: €60K | Donor: City of Brussels | Staff: Interface with 21 department heads (no hierarchical link). Coordination and implementation of a comprehensive programme for accessibility and inclusion of people with disabilities across the City of Brussels territory.• Facilitated the ‘Consultative Council for People with Disabilities’, fostering the emergence of relevant proposals, and translating these proposals into actionable policy recommendations for the office of the responsible alderperson • Enhanced programme quality by developing a quantified dashboard with KPIs for 110 actions, enabling effective monitoring and evaluation.• Championed “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) principles through public advocacy efforts, including the design and organisation of a 'Disabilities Week' to promote inclusion and inclusive practices across city services.• Reviewed and selected funding application files for eligible projects.• Designed and implemented a centralised helpline service providing guidance and support for people with disabilities Show less

Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

Teacher in upper secondary education, teached social sciences (geography, sociology) to 16 to 18-year olds in general education.

Chad

Budget: €845K | Donors: UNICEF, SDC | Staff: 13 people. Oversaw a vector management project (malaria) in emergency situations in refugee camps and host communities along the CAR border, integrated into the national health policy.• Integrated WASH components in vector management strategies, thereby improving health outcomes in refugee camps and host communities.• Led organisational change management, restructuring the team and enhancing reporting mechanisms.• Improved operational… Show more Budget: €845K | Donors: UNICEF, SDC | Staff: 13 people. Oversaw a vector management project (malaria) in emergency situations in refugee camps and host communities along the CAR border, integrated into the national health policy.• Integrated WASH components in vector management strategies, thereby improving health outcomes in refugee camps and host communities.• Led organisational change management, restructuring the team and enhancing reporting mechanisms.• Improved operational efficiency by refining job descriptions in Logistics and Programme departments.• Strengthened donor relations by resolving disputes and optimising communication channels.• Actively participated in coordination meetings with OCHA and in the Health cluster, while strengthening collaboration with the "National Malaria Control Programme" (NMCP) for integrated vector control interventions• Researched and established synergy with a partner specialised in WASH Show less

Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

Budget 2017 : € 1,8M. Donors : 26 from private and public sectors.Provided mentorship to a programme facilitating intercultural and intergenerational exchange, matching experienced professionals with immigrant youth to share knowledge and foster employability.

Kano, Nigeria

Budget: $25M | Donors: BMGF | Staff: 400+ people. Directed implementation of data-driven public health solutions across northern Nigeria in complex security environments.• Ensured programme quality through oversight of mobile tools implementation, fostering local government engagement.• Adapted e-health solutions to local contexts, ensuring cultural appropriateness, accessibility, and security in areas affected by instability.• Enhanced operational effectiveness by restructuring… Show more Budget: $25M | Donors: BMGF | Staff: 400+ people. Directed implementation of data-driven public health solutions across northern Nigeria in complex security environments.• Ensured programme quality through oversight of mobile tools implementation, fostering local government engagement.• Adapted e-health solutions to local contexts, ensuring cultural appropriateness, accessibility, and security in areas affected by instability.• Enhanced operational effectiveness by restructuring the Operations department and developing robust procedures.• Strengthened monitoring and evaluation systems to improve programme impact and accountability.• Led end-to-end management of open calls for proposals, from development to coordination. Show less

Guinea

Budget: $15M | Donors: USAID/BHA | Staff: 250+ people. Led Public Health System Strengthening Programme focused on Ebola epidemic response through enhanced detection, prevention, and management capabilities• Demonstrated strong start-up management, initiating the programme on time within budget constraints.• Conducted strategic analysis of implementation sites, optimising programme relevance and effectiveness.• Integrated IEC/BCC strategies, IPC protocols, and WASH… Show more Budget: $15M | Donors: USAID/BHA | Staff: 250+ people. Led Public Health System Strengthening Programme focused on Ebola epidemic response through enhanced detection, prevention, and management capabilities• Demonstrated strong start-up management, initiating the programme on time within budget constraints.• Conducted strategic analysis of implementation sites, optimising programme relevance and effectiveness.• Integrated IEC/BCC strategies, IPC protocols, and WASH interventions, strengthening community resilience and hygiene practices.• Implemented robust safeguarding protocols against sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), focusing on vulnerable populations. Established reporting systems and conducted staff training.• Fostered local partnerships through collaboration with community associations and “Public Health Emergency Operations Centre”, ensuring coordinated Ebola response aligned with national strategy.• Ensured financial compliance and donor accountability through rigorous oversight Show less

Haiti

Budget: €4.6M | Donors: Cordaid, VNG International, Cités Unies de France, UMQ | Staff: 4 . Managed capacity-building programme for local governance in gang-affected region, focusing on waste management and integrated water resources management• Facilitated knowledge transfer by aligning expert support with municipal service needs.• Strengthened resource mobilisation through identification of new programme opportunities and donor trend analysis.• Implemented WASH initiatives and… Show more Budget: €4.6M | Donors: Cordaid, VNG International, Cités Unies de France, UMQ | Staff: 4 . Managed capacity-building programme for local governance in gang-affected region, focusing on waste management and integrated water resources management• Facilitated knowledge transfer by aligning expert support with municipal service needs.• Strengthened resource mobilisation through identification of new programme opportunities and donor trend analysis.• Implemented WASH initiatives and community awareness campaigns on hygiene and the importance of waste management tax collection for sustainable municipal services.• Enhanced programme quality by improving monitoring and evaluation mechanisms.• Ensured effective project cycle management, closing the programme within required timeframes. Show less

Cameroon

Budget: £1.2M | Donors: FCDO, GAC | Staff: 31 people. Led programme focusing on women and girls' community health, rights, education, and economic empowerment in regions affected by jihadist movements and Boko Haram troops• Deployed volunteer project, in collaboration with local partner organizations, to strengthen their capacities and promote skills acquisition by communities.• Implemented a change in project management methodology, from individual project management to cluster… Show more Budget: £1.2M | Donors: FCDO, GAC | Staff: 31 people. Led programme focusing on women and girls' community health, rights, education, and economic empowerment in regions affected by jihadist movements and Boko Haram troops• Deployed volunteer project, in collaboration with local partner organizations, to strengthen their capacities and promote skills acquisition by communities.• Implemented a change in project management methodology, from individual project management to cluster project management approach.• Diversified donor base, while deploying targeted actions to maintain and strengthen relationships with existing donors.• Improved cooperation with local authorities through regular dialogue and defining priority areas for collaboration. Show less

Cote D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)

Budget: €3.02M | Donors: EU, SIDA, FCDO | Staff: 67 people. Directed programme optimising health and nutrition services in centres along the insecure North-South front line• Developed a three-year national strategy.• Implemented a robust accountability framework to ensure programme objectives were met.• Incorporated WASH and nutrition components in health centre services, adopting a holistic approach to community health.• Secured additional funding, extending the programme's… Show more Budget: €3.02M | Donors: EU, SIDA, FCDO | Staff: 67 people. Directed programme optimising health and nutrition services in centres along the insecure North-South front line• Developed a three-year national strategy.• Implemented a robust accountability framework to ensure programme objectives were met.• Incorporated WASH and nutrition components in health centre services, adopting a holistic approach to community health.• Secured additional funding, extending the programme's duration and impact.• Successful integration of nutrition activities at health centres through effective advocacy with the Ministry of Health• Strengthened programme implementation through strategic coordination with OCHA, the National Nutrition Programme (NNP), and active participation in the Health and Nutrition clusters• Demonstrated adept risk management, including security considerations, closing operations safely in a volatile environment. Show less

Guinea

Budget: €3.5M | Donors: KfW, USAID, Alcoa Foundation, DoD, Mining Company | Staff: 100+ people. Managed National Family Planning programme focused on improving access to family planning services for vulnerable populations• Led product innovation, launching a new water purifier nationwide and rebranding key commodities.• Utilized innovative BCC approaches, including community theatre, to promote family planning. • Developed and implemented comprehensive WASH IEC strategies, with… Show more Budget: €3.5M | Donors: KfW, USAID, Alcoa Foundation, DoD, Mining Company | Staff: 100+ people. Managed National Family Planning programme focused on improving access to family planning services for vulnerable populations• Led product innovation, launching a new water purifier nationwide and rebranding key commodities.• Utilized innovative BCC approaches, including community theatre, to promote family planning. • Developed and implemented comprehensive WASH IEC strategies, with a focus on the Safe Water System (SWS) approach• Improved programme sustainability, achieving a 15% increase in sales through strategic price negotiations.• Secured a strategic partnership with a mining company, including a $250K in-kind contribution. Show less

Burkina Faso

Conducted a study on the collaboration of two international non-governmental organisations, , and the work prospects for the establishment of an operational office to execute a family planning programme. Started up a project.• Successfully started up and implemented a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) programme.• Developed a project charter and action plan to meet key user requirements and objectives.• Led monitoring of activities and budget in coordination with… Show more Conducted a study on the collaboration of two international non-governmental organisations, , and the work prospects for the establishment of an operational office to execute a family planning programme. Started up a project.• Successfully started up and implemented a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) programme.• Developed a project charter and action plan to meet key user requirements and objectives.• Led monitoring of activities and budget in coordination with key stakeholders. Show less

South Sudan

Pharmaciens sans frontières-international committee (PSF-CI) bought by Acted in 2009 (Le Moniteur des Pharmacies n° 2800 du 31/10/2009).Budget: €5.4M (2005) | Donors: ECHO, Global Fund, FCDO | Staff: 35 people. Spearheaded programme of pharmaceutical supply, training, and supervision for 13 medical agencies in war zones, focusing on improving access to essential medicines for vulnerable populations.• Elevated the organisation to a leading pharmaceutical NGO by negotiating with… Show more Pharmaciens sans frontières-international committee (PSF-CI) bought by Acted in 2009 (Le Moniteur des Pharmacies n° 2800 du 31/10/2009).Budget: €5.4M (2005) | Donors: ECHO, Global Fund, FCDO | Staff: 35 people. Spearheaded programme of pharmaceutical supply, training, and supervision for 13 medical agencies in war zones, focusing on improving access to essential medicines for vulnerable populations.• Elevated the organisation to a leading pharmaceutical NGO by negotiating with the Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Association (SRRA)• Negotiated with the SPLM to ensure access in SPLA-controlled areas• Secured major medical procurement contracts with Global Fund and extended programme funding for two additional years.• Grew number of partners three-fold, from 4 to 13, by bringing on new partners including UNICEF.• Increased annual budget seven-fold from €700K in 2002 to €5.4M in 2005 through revenue diversification strategies. Show less

Burundi

Managed a team of 15 staff overseeing an institutional support programme for Burundi's Ministry of Justice with an annual budget of €1.65M. Financial support was provided by key donors including the Belgian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD) and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD). Provided strategic leadership and direction, opening and implementing initiatives to build capacity within the Ministry. Outcomes included restoring full operational ability to the Tribunaux… Show more Managed a team of 15 staff overseeing an institutional support programme for Burundi's Ministry of Justice with an annual budget of €1.65M. Financial support was provided by key donors including the Belgian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD) and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD). Provided strategic leadership and direction, opening and implementing initiatives to build capacity within the Ministry. Outcomes included restoring full operational ability to the Tribunaux de Première Instance de Première Classe. While war is still raging inside the country• Financial reporting• Established administrative procedures.• Managed recruitment & staff.• Logistics oversight.• Managed suppliers' contracts. Show less

Brussels | Burkina Faso | Benin

With an annual budget of €14.8M for Institutional University Cooperation (IUC) programmes, provided by the Belgian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD), this public agency was responsible for implementing university cooperation through IUC programmes aimed at furthering development policies via institutional partnerships between higher education institutions in Belgium and countries in the global south.• Managed institutional cooperation and scholarship programmes.•… Show more With an annual budget of €14.8M for Institutional University Cooperation (IUC) programmes, provided by the Belgian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD), this public agency was responsible for implementing university cooperation through IUC programmes aimed at furthering development policies via institutional partnerships between higher education institutions in Belgium and countries in the global south.• Managed institutional cooperation and scholarship programmes.• Oversaw grants for universities in Benin and Burkina Faso.• Designed and implemented an analytical accounting system.• Standardized procedures to an international level.• Negotiated contract supply agreements. Show less

Liberia

Partnership with a local NGO on a vocational training programme for ex-combatants. EU funding of €500,000.• Conducted needs evaluation and budget reassessment.• Developed and maintained positive working relationships with donors, host government, staff and board.• Coordinated with other NGOs and IOs.

Liberia | Cote D'Ivoire

Food distribution and medical assistance to IDPs in Northern Liberia.• Managed and monitored 2 country offices, budget and control system.• Coordinated office operations.• Organised weekly transports to Liberia.• Supervised local staff (20 people).• Negotiated with transport union.• Managed budget.

Burundi

Psycho-educational programme for 1,600 children evacuated from Rwanda to Burundi in collaboration with MSF/B, Merlin and ICRC• Organised and coordinated the evacuation• Identified recruits for the programme• Trained & supervised the local team (40)• Planned and coordinated relief efforts with other agencies

Rwanda

Medical assistance to Burundian refugees and Rwandan IDPs.• Established and coordinated administrative operations for three new regional branch offices across the country to extend outreach and better serve local communities.• Instituted new organisational processes for communication, resource allocation, programme monitoring and cross-department collaboration, enhancing organisational efficiency and capacity.• Recruited, hired and managed diverse teams of 15+ professionals for… Show more Medical assistance to Burundian refugees and Rwandan IDPs.• Established and coordinated administrative operations for three new regional branch offices across the country to extend outreach and better serve local communities.• Instituted new organisational processes for communication, resource allocation, programme monitoring and cross-department collaboration, enhancing organisational efficiency and capacity.• Recruited, hired and managed diverse teams of 15+ professionals for each new office, overseeing onboarding, training, performance evaluation and professional development. Built effective teams to further the organisation's humanitarian mission. Show less

Somalia

Management & rehabilitation of the Kismayo referral hospital (180 beds)• Administration, staff & hospital budget management

Master In Professional Studies, Crises: Emergency Interventions And Development Action (Nexus Approach Humanitarian-Development)

Master’S Degree, Social Sciences, Cum Laude

Sociology

Erasmus Student, Sociology

Social landscape, Sociology, Psycho-sociology

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Sciences