Ph.D. in International Trade and Customs Law; LL.M degree in WTO Law; License Degree – Licenza in Canon Law; Diploma in Social Communication & Journalism; Bachelor of Philosophy.
Over 16 years of progressively responsible experience leading and managing projects in International Trade and Customs Law and Administration, particularly interested in the Middle East and Africa.
Trade Facilitation and Safety & Security Specialist, knowledgeable about the Trade and Customs Control Processes, Risk Management, and Profitable Use of Trade Preferences with work experience with multiple international organizations, including the World Customs Organization, World Free Zones Organization, University of Muenster, Dubai Customs, and the highest academic institutions.
Competent in high-level management support to central and local authorities, government agencies, and regional/international organizations providing technical assistance related to Trade and Customs consultancy.
Well-versed in WTO Agreements on Trade in Goods, Customs Valuation, Rules of Origin, TRIPS, Subsidies and Countervailing Measures, Dispute Settlement, and Anti-Dumping Agreements, WCO’s Revised Kyoto Convention, modern customs procedures, Economic Integration and Regional Trade Agreements as per GATT XXIV, Trade in Services, Civil, Procedural and Public International Law, fundamentals of Journalism, and Use of information technology in mass communication
Outstanding abilities in Research, Training, Writing, and Editing various communication and academic pieces.
Author of numerous International Trade, Customs Law, and Administration publications, including academic journals and conference papers.
Developed and taught classes in Risk Management & Customs Intelligence, Border Security and Inspection, Customs Valuation, The HS & Customs Tariff, Trade Facilitation, International Trade Agreements, WTO Law, and International Trade Law.
Author of presentations at international and national levels on a wide range of Customs topics like 3D Printing, Rules of Origin, AEOs, Trade Facilitation, Global Value Chains, Supply Chain Security, Customs Valuation, Single Window, Risk Management, Information Technology, the use of Blockchain in the Customs and Trade context, and Coordinated Border Management;
Demonstrated commitment to teamwork with a high degree of integrity, dependability, and confidentiality.
Persuasive and credible with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
Proven commitment to diversity and inclusion, valuing different perspectives and encouraging contributions by all team members who are geographically dispersed.
Organized with strict adherence to deadlines and the ability to work on complex projects and operate independently to meet commitments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, Italian, German, Kiswahili, and Luganda.
Able to work under pressure and in demanding and complex environments; results-oriented, agile, and adaptable in conflict, crisis, or changing priorities.
Proficiency in Information and Technology with experience working with the following systems and software: MS Office package, ATLAS, SAP GTS, ASYCUDA-World, and the Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS).