Seasoned Humanitarian and International Development Manager with over 23 years of experience successfully designing, implementing, and scaling high-impact programs in complex and challenging environments. Proven track record of driving operational excellence, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering sustainable results that transform communities. Expertise includes strategic program leadership, resource mobilization, team building, security management, capacity strengthening, with a deep understanding of humanitarian principles, emergency response, and disaster relief. Skilled in cultivating strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders (governments, donors, NGOs, private sector) and navigating donor regulations (World Bank, USAID, ECHO, EU, DFID, Global Funds). Adept at setting, scaling and driving the growth of country operations, leading organizational restructuring, nationalization and localization processes, and empowering local communities to sustain development initiatives. Evidenced experience in advocacy, external engagement and representation. Sectoral expertise spans Human Rights, Health gender equality, WASH, Education, livelihoods, protection & safeguarding, advocacy & campaign and knowledge management. Known for accountability, ethical leadership, and cultural sensitivity, with a track record of managing diverse teams, optimizing processes, and delivering high-impact results in dynamic environments. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with exceptional communication skills and a global perspective fueled by a passion for continuous learning and innovation.