Hardware and software

Experienced IT professional with expert planning, organizational and procurement skills. Actively involved and focused on project management, information security, IT service management and ITIL best practices

I am a seasoned professional with 16 years of progressive experience, driven by a deep passion for
international development and humanitarian assistance. I have a proven track record in designing and
leading Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) functions and managing Information Systems for highimpact donor-funded projects, United Nations agencies, and international NGOs. My expertise spans
various sectors, including education, health, workforce development, refugee and IDP protection, and
humanitarian assistance during emergencies.
I specialize in developing and implementing MEL strategy, plans and data systems for donor-funded
projects and humanitarian programs. My strengths lie in identifying organizational data needs,
implementing cutting-edge technology solutions, and administering large-scale Information Systems
and reporting dashboards. With a strong background in web and relational databases, I have extensive
experience in developing in-house data applications for efficient collection, storage, analysis, and
visualization of non-profit sector data

An energetic and enthusiastic changemaker with a growth mindset that thrives in fast-moving environments, with a solid academic background in Economics, Management, Digital Innovation, Political Science and International Relations and a "consultant" mentality, meanwhile turned into a civil servant: 12 years of experience in the intersection of Public Policy, Technology and the Economy, helping governments, international organizations, award-winning startups, and corporates find effective solutions to solve their "pain" points.

Public Policy - European Affairs, Tech & Innovation:
☁️ Policy Analysis - research, design and draft technical documentation
☁️ Execute advocacy strategies to advance the organization's priorities.
☁️ Expertise in multilevel governance (EU, national and local levels)
☁️ In-depth grap for Digital innovation and technologies - European Digital Policy (DSM, DSA, DMA, DGA, Data Economy, Privacy, Connectivity and emergent technologies (AI is not writing this).

Public Affairs, Outreach & Stakeholders Engagement:
☁️ Develop and nurture stakeholder relations.
☁️ Solid experience organizing corporate and policy events, across industries and regions.

Project Management & Business Development:
☁️ Business acumen across markets and business models.
☁️ Organization skills to drive one's Agenda in VUCA times.
☁️ Operational skills in resource planning, marketing, coaching, and operations.

Languages
☁️ Native in Portuguese (PT).
☁️ Fluent in English (EN) and Spanish (ES)
☁️ Professional Proficiency in French (FR).

Digital Skills
☁️ Productivity - MSFT and Google suit.
☁️ Enterprise Systems Management.
☁️ Data Analytics.
☁️ Software - CRM, ERP (SAP) & Ticketing (ServiceNow, JIRA).

Lived in PT, BE, HU, BU, CY & NL

I am a 22-year-old Mosotho male with a strong passion for conceptualizing and developing technological solutions. I value effective interpersonal communication, thrive as a self-starter, and am dedicated to collaborative teamwork. My focus lies in cybersecurity, computer network installation and maintenance, emphasizing user awareness and optimal system functionality. Additionally, I have a keen interest in data science & analytics.

Jean Gomes, Ph.D., is a Senior Researcher and Data Engineer, currently serving as Head of Quantum Computing at DTx Colab in Portugal, within the Data and Application Engineering group. With over 20 years of experience, Jean’s work bridges mathematical optimization, quantum computing, and software engineering to develop industrial solutions for sectors such as energy, logistics, mobility, and digital transformation. His expertise spans MILP/MINLP, quantum annealing (D-Wave), hybrid solvers, and computational frameworks for real-time decision-making.

Jean has led and contributed to international R&D programs, including FP7-PEOPLE-2013-IRSES, PTCRIS, and served as Principal Investigator in the Strategic Partnership in Astrophysics Portugal-Brazil (FCT/CAPES 2017). His work regularly translates advanced academic research into applied innovation, including optimization-based services, digital twins, AI-assisted decision systems, and sustainable urban solutions.

He has authored 60+ peer-reviewed publications, accumulating over 5,700 citations and an h-index of 27 (Google Scholar). His ability to integrate research excellence with real-world impact has earned recognition across both academic and industrial communities.

Jean holds a Ph.D. in Physics with a specialization in Astrophysics, awarded by the University of Santa Catarina (Brazil), including a research period at the Observatoire de Meudon (France). His doctoral research focused on optimization and mathematical modeling of galaxy formation, leading to a Ph.D. equivalence in Astrophysics from the University of Porto (Portugal) in 2015.

Previously, Jean was an Invited Assistant Professor at the University of Porto, where he supervised MSc, PhD, and undergraduate students, many within the PEEC program. He continues to foster collaborations between academia and industry.

Jean has also recently completed formal training in Horizon Europe project evaluation and assessment (2025), reinforcing his capacity to serve as an expert evaluator in European R&D programmes. He is actively registered in several expert pools and panels, contributing with deep domain expertise in energy systems, optimization, routing, and AI.