Karim SAWADOGO

Senior agronomist and development specialist with over 15 years of experience designing, managing and evaluating donor-funded, multi-country programs across West Africa. Proven track record in applying OECD/DAC evaluation criteria, conducting mixed-methods assessments, and delivering practical, action-oriented recommendations to program management and governance bodies. Extensive experience in institutional capacity assessment, partnership and governance reviews, MEAL system analysis, and sustainability/exit strategy formulation. Strong background in skills development, youth employability, vocational training networks, and rural livelihoods programming, including direct work with faith-based and community-based organizations. Fluent in French and English; working knowledge of regional contexts in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea-Bissau.