Experienced manager in administrative coordination, financial oversight, and cross-functional team supervision in multicultural and institutional environments.
Over 15 years of experience managing complex projects, procurement strategies, and support services (finance, HR, logistics) within European Union missions. Strong ability to structure and optimize internal processes, ensure compliance with financial and regulatory standards, and support change management. Bilingual French/English, highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Directed the coordination and follow-up of financial operations for a €80M+ budget, including budget preparation, treasury planning, expenditure reviews, and reporting. Acted as the financial oversight lead, ensuring compliance with institutional and international financial frameworks, and strengthening budget execution and internal control processes.
Acted as mission-wide focal point for financial compliance and audit coordination, supporting the preparation and execution of internal and external audits with zero major findings.
Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) for finance, procurement, HR administration, and logistics—improving consistency, accountability, and cross-departmental coordination.
Supported payroll and HR data reliability across international and local staff, ensuring compliance with institutional rules, local labor laws, and social and tax regulations in complex operational environments.
Led cross-functional teams in a high-pressure post-conflict context, maintaining service continuity and financial integrity while adapting to changing security and operational challenges.
Advised organizations on procurement strategies, compliance with donor and institutional rules, and cost optimization.
Provided support in designing and implementing operational procedures and change management tools.
Supervised Finance, Procurement, Logistics, IT and Human Resources units (team of 45), ensuring operational alignment and regulatory compliance.
Reviewed monthly financial statements, supported annual closings, and coordinated with the EU Accounting Officer and external auditors.
Ensured administrative compliance in collaboration with HR and finance teams; contributed to payroll review, social and tax declarations, and staff data monitoring.
Designed and implemented procurement strategies for services, works, and supplies (portfolio up to €25M annually).
Supervised a team of 4, coordinated tender processes, and drafted and negotiated contracts.
Developed tools to monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance.
Liaised with internal departments and vendors to ensure quality and adherence to contractual obligations.
Managed procurement processes, analyzed vendor proposals, and participated in supplier selection based on technical and financial criteria. Oversaw contract execution to ensure compliance and supplier performance.
Conducted cross-functional training sessions to develop internal clients awareness and facilitate dialog between departments.
Led the launch of product lines and regional marketing operations across France and Benelux.
Contributed to a 30% revenue increase within the managed product portfolio.