Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP) with 20 years of experience, including 15 years in procurement, contracts, logistics, and administration. I have successfully supported USAID-funded projects with DAI Global LLC and Creative Associates Inc., ensuring full compliance with donor regulations and international standards. Highly organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented, I excel in dynamic, multicultural environments. I bring sound judgment, discretion, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement, consistently driving operational efficiency and effective contract and logistics management.
Master Student on Agrarian Economy
Honors Degree from the Faculty of Agronomy and Forest Engineering (UEM)
Direct the close-out of all procurement and grant activities, ensuring strict compliance with donor and organizational standards. Finalize procurements, oversee asset disposition, and verify all financial and programmatic deliverables to ensure compliance. Verify completion of grant deliverables, reconcile financial reports, and process final payments
* Led the acquisitions process, resulting in a 20% increase in procurement efficiency. Supervised procurement team, logistics staff, bid evaluations, and vendor negotiations, ensuring policy alignment. Led advisory sessions for staff and partners, enhancing procurement literacy and compliance. * Managed procurement budgets and conducted internal audits to ensure full USAID compliance.
* Managed high-value acquisitions and contracts in full compliance with Creative Associates and USAID regulations. Supervised a cross-functional team in Maputo and Nampula, overseeing performance evaluations and KPI tracking. * Collaborated closely with technical teams to align procurement and logistics plans with project timelines. Optimized logistics workflows for efficient distribution of goods across provinces and ensured effective inventory and fleet management at field offices.
• Directed end-to-end procurement processes in alignment with organizational policies and donor compliance standards. Supervised multi-functional teams across Maputo, Nampula, and Chimoio offices, ensuring efficient coordination of procurement and logistics activities. Led vendor negotiations and contract management, securing cost-effective and timely delivery of goods, and services to support program operations. • Led capacity-building initiatives focused on strengthening procurement and logistics capabilities at both central and field levels. Designed and facilitated targeted training sessions to enhance staff proficiency in procurement procedures, donor regulations, and internal systems.
Identified potential partners and partnerships including target beneficiaries and supported partners in program implementation in different area such as agriculture, health and education