High-caliber international development specialist with 19 years of progressively senior management experience in agriculture, water, economic and social development. Extensive field management and technical support to broad-based development initiatives. Skillfully guide the design, implementation, evaluation and close-out of many projects throughout the African continent and the Middle East. Excellent balance of management and technical skills. Main areas of work are in two tracks: management and administration of development programs and technical advisory support, often running concurrently. Technical experience includes project design of agriculture and food security initiatives such as strengthening small-holder farmers into farming enterprises; potable water source and sanitation development; building awareness of environment and NRM; health and nutrition interventions; CBO/NGO capacity building; and PL480 programs. Management/administrative background involves both corporate and non-profit organizations: spearheading new business development; leading proposal development teams; nurturing partner-client relations; strategic planning; and substantive administrative oversight of project staff. Effective at reconciling and integrating conflict positions and engaging active participation of stakeholders at all levels. Proven record of winning contract and grant bid submissions. Excellent oral and written communication skills; highly proficient computer/Internet abilities. Strong command of the French language. Direct many successful programs in Islamic societies. Superlative consensus builder: collegial, resilient and team-oriented. Extremely motivated and goal-oriented professional with a strong focus on achieving high quality results for clients.