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Wellington, Nz

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand

New Zealand

Agri-Finance, Partnership Development and Strategic Adviser to the Rakhine Winter Crops Project in Myanmar implemented by Adam Smith International and funded by the New Zealand Government.

Fiji

Team Leader for this A$40m+ agricultural export development program, working across six countries in the Pacific (Fiji, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu). Responsible for managing a team of 20 people, setting strategic direction, approving all funded activities, reporting to donors (Australia and NZ), developing partnerships and monitoring and evaluating impact. PHAMA is working across multiple value chains across the Pacific including cocoa, kava, sawn timber, fisheries, coconuts… Show more Team Leader for this A$40m+ agricultural export development program, working across six countries in the Pacific (Fiji, PNG, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu). Responsible for managing a team of 20 people, setting strategic direction, approving all funded activities, reporting to donors (Australia and NZ), developing partnerships and monitoring and evaluating impact. PHAMA is working across multiple value chains across the Pacific including cocoa, kava, sawn timber, fisheries, coconuts and root crops. It addresses issues across the value chain, with a particular focus on improving export quality and promoting compliance with the biosecurity requirements of importing countries. A forthcoming impact report shows significant return on investment from PHAMA. Show less

Kenya

Responsible for developing partnerships with bilateral (e.g. USAID, AusAID) and multilateral donors, international NGOs (e.g. World Vision, MercyCorps), Foundations (e.g. Rockefeller, Gates) and contracting companies (e.g. Land O' Lakes, Fintrac). Development of funding proposals and budgets; project management and project reporting to donors. Advice on systems to track project milestones and expenditure. Part of the senior management team providing input into KickStart's long term strategy… Show more Responsible for developing partnerships with bilateral (e.g. USAID, AusAID) and multilateral donors, international NGOs (e.g. World Vision, MercyCorps), Foundations (e.g. Rockefeller, Gates) and contracting companies (e.g. Land O' Lakes, Fintrac). Development of funding proposals and budgets; project management and project reporting to donors. Advice on systems to track project milestones and expenditure. Part of the senior management team providing input into KickStart's long term strategy, new product development, micro-financing options, sales and marketing strategies and organisational change. Show less

Wellington, New Zeland

Responsible for managing a team of sectoral experts providing advice and programme/activity management across the following sectors:- agriculture, fisheries, trade, private sector development, tourism, labour mobility and public financial management. Oversight of the development of policies and strategies in these sectors. Accountability for the quality of feasibility analyses, concept notes, activity designs and M&E frameworks produced by the team and external consultants. Currently developing… Show more Responsible for managing a team of sectoral experts providing advice and programme/activity management across the following sectors:- agriculture, fisheries, trade, private sector development, tourism, labour mobility and public financial management. Oversight of the development of policies and strategies in these sectors. Accountability for the quality of feasibility analyses, concept notes, activity designs and M&E frameworks produced by the team and external consultants. Currently developing major new multi-country programmes in tourism, agribusiness and fisheries. Ensure that team provides support to country programme teams for Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific in the development of new programmes and projects/activities. Close co-ordination with other key development partners, notably AusAID, World Bank, ADB, EU and JICA. Show less

Wellington, New Zealand

Responsible for managing three programme teams (10 direct reports) for Samoa, Tonga and Cook Islands with an aggregate annual budget in excess of US$30m. Oversight of strategic decisions, policy development, financial management, programme monitoring & evaluation and staff performance. Programmes cover a range of thematic areas including:- sustainable economic development, infrastructure, pro-poor tourism, small business development and microfinance, transportation, renewable energy, health… Show more Responsible for managing three programme teams (10 direct reports) for Samoa, Tonga and Cook Islands with an aggregate annual budget in excess of US$30m. Oversight of strategic decisions, policy development, financial management, programme monitoring & evaluation and staff performance. Programmes cover a range of thematic areas including:- sustainable economic development, infrastructure, pro-poor tourism, small business development and microfinance, transportation, renewable energy, health, education, political reform and security sector reform. Programmes employ a range of modalities ranging from simple projects to sector wide approaches. Recently co-ordinated the New Zealand Government response to the tsunami in Samoa and northern Tonga. Show less

Honiara, Solomon Islands

Co-managed NZAID’s largest bilateral aid programme, working in one of the world’s poorest countries, Solomon Islands. Involved in all aspects of the project cycle:- feasibility, design, monitoring and evaluation, as well as various aid modalities including sector wide approaches. Focus on promoting good governance and broad-based economic growth, including major investments in transport sector, fisheries sector development (including organisational development), as well as SME/micro-enterprise… Show more Co-managed NZAID’s largest bilateral aid programme, working in one of the world’s poorest countries, Solomon Islands. Involved in all aspects of the project cycle:- feasibility, design, monitoring and evaluation, as well as various aid modalities including sector wide approaches. Focus on promoting good governance and broad-based economic growth, including major investments in transport sector, fisheries sector development (including organisational development), as well as SME/micro-enterprise development and providing opportunities for rural livelihoods, income generation & trade. Significant policy & strategy input into the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI), an integrated peace-keeping, security & development operation led by Australia & New Zealand. This included involvement in RAMSI performance assessment & the promotion of capacity development approaches. Show less

Wellington, New Zealand

Programme Manager for a newly created trade & development programme. Responsible for designing, growing and implementing the programme. Particular focus on Cambodia, Laos and Viet Nam, including:- major role in the development of the Cambodian silk sector strategy involving consultations with government, private sector, NGOs and other donors (ITC, UNDP, GTZ, AFD); conceptualisation, design and establishment of a new agribusiness development facility based in Siem Reap, aimed at improving links… Show more Programme Manager for a newly created trade & development programme. Responsible for designing, growing and implementing the programme. Particular focus on Cambodia, Laos and Viet Nam, including:- major role in the development of the Cambodian silk sector strategy involving consultations with government, private sector, NGOs and other donors (ITC, UNDP, GTZ, AFD); conceptualisation, design and establishment of a new agribusiness development facility based in Siem Reap, aimed at improving links and relationships in the value chain; design and monitoring of a regional project, building capacity in pest risk analysis, pest surveillance and phytosanitary capacity so as to promote trade. Acted as NZAID’s trade policy specialist tasked with ensuring the application of the agency’s new trade and development policy, and with negotiating a development approach to trade policy by New Zealand’s trade policy negotiators. Also acted as trade and development advisor to NZAID colleagues. Show less

London And Wellington

Established a development consulting firm, Elixir Consulting Ltd. with focus on providing trade and economic development advisory services to New Zealand Government. Provided significant research, analysis and input into NZAID’s new trade and development and conflict prevention & peace-building policies. Conducted a survey and mapping of business clusters in New Zealand as part of Industry NZ’s enterprise and innovation project. Also provided analysis and ideas to Industry NZ for promoting… Show more Established a development consulting firm, Elixir Consulting Ltd. with focus on providing trade and economic development advisory services to New Zealand Government. Provided significant research, analysis and input into NZAID’s new trade and development and conflict prevention & peace-building policies. Conducted a survey and mapping of business clusters in New Zealand as part of Industry NZ’s enterprise and innovation project. Also provided analysis and ideas to Industry NZ for promoting regional economic development. This work required liaison with various local/regional economic development organisations, central government agencies such as Ministry of Economic Development and Ministry of Pacific Affairs and business cluster members. Show less

Oxford, United Kingdom

Consultant to Oxfam GB on various projects aimed at promoting trade and sustainable livelihoods for poor people. This included:• Development of a business plan and feasibility study for Fair Trade cotton. • Preparation of a strategy paper for mainstreaming Fair Trade and ethically sourced products from LDCs in major European retail outlets as part of Oxfam’s income generation and poverty alleviation strategies.• Development of a position paper for Regional Directors outlining… Show more Consultant to Oxfam GB on various projects aimed at promoting trade and sustainable livelihoods for poor people. This included:• Development of a business plan and feasibility study for Fair Trade cotton. • Preparation of a strategy paper for mainstreaming Fair Trade and ethically sourced products from LDCs in major European retail outlets as part of Oxfam’s income generation and poverty alleviation strategies.• Development of a position paper for Regional Directors outlining Oxfam’s future Fair Trade strategy and its integration into the Sustainable Livelihoods Programme. Show less

Ghana And Oman

Project Manager for 3 eco-tourism income generation projects in remote areas of Oman (1999) and Ghana (2000). Involved in all phases of the projects from initial design & planning in consultation with local stakeholders & government officials to implementation & finally project appraisal. Managed a number of international teams of volunteers with responsibility for team-building, motivation, staff development, assessment & health & safety. Also managed project budgets & logistics, & provided… Show more Project Manager for 3 eco-tourism income generation projects in remote areas of Oman (1999) and Ghana (2000). Involved in all phases of the projects from initial design & planning in consultation with local stakeholders & government officials to implementation & finally project appraisal. Managed a number of international teams of volunteers with responsibility for team-building, motivation, staff development, assessment & health & safety. Also managed project budgets & logistics, & provided regular updates to project partners on project progress. Show less

London

Responsible for identifying and assessing new project proposals relating to the finance of trade flows from Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Central & Eastern Europe, Central Asia & the Far East. Job required the ability to manage a multi-million dollar portfolio of loans and numerous client relationships including other banks, LDC governments and companies. Conducted in-depth research and analysis of political & economic conditions in LDCs, including sectoral studies, particularly in the… Show more Responsible for identifying and assessing new project proposals relating to the finance of trade flows from Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Central & Eastern Europe, Central Asia & the Far East. Job required the ability to manage a multi-million dollar portfolio of loans and numerous client relationships including other banks, LDC governments and companies. Conducted in-depth research and analysis of political & economic conditions in LDCs, including sectoral studies, particularly in the agricultural and mining sectors (crude oil, cocoa, sugar, cotton & copper). Based on research, prepared project briefings and SWOT analysis for senior management approval. Negotiated credit terms & conditions with counter-parties, reviewed legal documentation and maintained regular credit monitoring. Contributed to team’s business strategy & marketing programme. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Responsible for trade finance business development with French, Spanish & Portuguese banks. Marketed the Citibank network and its range of global trade services (L/Cs, documentary collections, reimbursements etc.) to clients. Syndicated short/medium term, LDC trade finance loans to European bank investors. Ran regular Citibank training presentations on trade issues/strategy.

London, United Kingdom

Monitoring, evaluation & risk assessment of numerous departments & product areas within Citibank’s international banking business through operational audits. Prepared planning of reviews, analysed data and reviewed operational procedures.

Msc, Development Studies

Activities and Societies: 1. Development Studies (Distinction) 2. International Politics of Africa (Merit): 3. Economic Development Policy.

Master Of Science (Msc), Development Studies

Ba (Hons), European Business Administration

Activities and Societies: B.A. (Hons)/French Diplôme in European Business Administration Two years spent in each of Reims/Paris & London.