GERARD BIZIMANA
Roanoke,USA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Consultant with extensive experience at the African Development Bank, specializing in macroeconomic policy analysis and resilience assessment. Proven track record in developing strategic frameworks and enhancing public financial management. Adept at stakeholder engagement and capacity building, driving impactful economic reforms in fragile contexts across Central Africa.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant - Fragility & Resilience Expert
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
ABIDJAN, CI
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted in-depth fragility assessments and contributed to the creation of knowledge products, demonstrating robust economic analysis and addressing resilience challenges in Central Africa.
- Developed comprehensive research papers, Full-Fledged Fragility Assessments (FFFA), Country Resilience and Fragility Assessments (CRFAs), and policy briefs that inform strategic economic and fiscal decisions.
- Supported the implementation of strategic capacity-building programs and facilitated national and regional economic dialogues.
- Assisted in establishing key partnerships and mobilizing resources, leveraging strong subject-matter expertise and analytical thinking.
Principal Macroeconomist Officer, Central Africa Region
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
ABIDJAN, CI
04.2014 - 10.2020
- Formulated and executed policies and strategies, generated economic insights, and disseminated critical knowledge to enhance the Bank's role in fragile and conflict-affected areas.
- Led Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) programs by integrating macroeconomic principles with public financial management, and coordinated with institutional partners to align economic strategies.
- Applied rigorous analytical thinking and subject-matter expertise to influence policy dialogues, ensuring academic rigor in economic research and strategic development.
Principal Country Economist, Gabon & Equatorial Guinea
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
ABIDJAN, CI
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Implementation of Bank strategies, coordination of the preparation of Country Strategy Papers (CSPs), and Economic Sector Work (ESW), participation in country dialogue, portfolio reviews, and donor coordination for the Bank in the region.
- Oversaw Country Strategy Papers (CSPs), donor coordination, and economic sector work.
- Analyzed policies and monitored program performance.
Consultant - Economist
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
ABIDJAN, CI
09.2008 - 02.2013
- Conducted a variety of tasks related to governance and infrastructure to determine the outlook for the Program of Infrastructure Development for Africa (PIDA).
- Successfully evaluated and prepared a Structural Adjustment Project aimed at creating a favorable environment for private sector development in Gabon.
- Contributed significantly to the modernization of land registers, which improved internal resource mobilization and business environment for sustainable growth in Senegal.
- Effectively evaluated emergency program aimed at financing the gap plan of the Treasury and budgetary expenditure in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Examined the assumptions, parameters, and models for macro-economic projections to establish the outlook for the Programme of Infrastructure Development for Africa (PIDA).
- Provided key strategic assistance in preparing, participating, and reporting on aid effectiveness, and assisting in harmonization, alignment, and management for results.
- Advised on macroeconomic trends in Somalia and Eritrea.
- Developed Country Strategy Papers (CSPs), sector assessments, and donor reports to assist in country dialogue.
Consultant - Africa Department & World Bank Institute
WORLD BANK
WASHINGTON DC, USA
06.2006 - 08.2008
- Prepared and provided training module of Public Expenditure Review in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment Management for World Bank Institute to help support the World Bank's mission of poverty reduction analysis trough sustainable development in Western African Francophone countries.
- Successfully prepared and presented extensive formal public expenditure review (PER) and assisted in the preparation of Public Financial Management (PFM) assessments on Burundi.
- Presented training modules on Public Expenditure Review (PERs) and Public Finance Management (PFM) in the environmental and agricultural sectors.
- 15 participants were trained and gained a deeper understanding of methods and procedures to better monitor and forecast public expenditure and revenue - capacity building.
- Analyzed economic policy with a focus on Burundi.
- Analyzed global economic trends to inform policy recommendations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop strategic initiatives for development projects.
Program Assessment Consultant
NATHAN ASSOCIATES & J.E. AUSTIN ASSOCIATES INC.
Bujumbura, Burundi
02.2006 - 05.2006
- Established framework for Burundi Economic Reform and Financial Transparency Assessment Program for USAID study.
- Developed comprehensive frameworks to enhance economic reforms and financial transparency.
- Produced analytical review and report on Burundi's economic performance, focusing on economy, private sector development, and external trade.
Senior Economic Advisor & Director of Planning
REPUBLIC OF BURUNDI - MINISTRY OF PLANNING
BUJUMBURA, BURUNDI
08.1989 - 03.2004
- Directed design and execution of national development strategy to promote sustained economic growth.
- Implemented economic policies and institutional reforms to strengthen governance frameworks.
- Forecasted revenue and expenses using macroeconomic models to ensure fiscal stability.
- Facilitated donor discussions to support public financial management reforms.
- Developed public policies targeting investment attraction and fiscal sustainability.
- Provided technical assistance in budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Oversaw collaborative efforts among agencies to enhance institutional capacity across sectors.
Education
Master of Science - Economics and Finance
University of Auvergne, CERDI
France01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Economics (Macroeconomics)
University of Burundi
Bujumbura, Burundi01.1989
Economic Statistics -
Tashkent Institute of Statistics
Tashkent City, Uzbekistan01.1983
Diploma - Trade and Administration
University of Burundi
Bujumbura, Burundi01.1981
Skills
- EViews and Excel proficiency
- SAP software expertise
- Macroeconomic policy analysis
- Public financial management
- Economic analysis
- Debt modeling and management
- Resilience assessment
- Capacity building
- Aid coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Analytical skills
- Subject-matter expertise
- Research experience
Languages
- English, Fluent
- French, Fluent
Timeline
Senior Consultant - Fragility & Resilience Expert
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
08.2024 - 02.2025
Principal Macroeconomist Officer, Central Africa Region
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
04.2014 - 10.2020
Principal Country Economist, Gabon & Equatorial Guinea
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
01.2013 - 01.2014
Consultant - Economist
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (AFDB)
09.2008 - 02.2013
Consultant - Africa Department & World Bank Institute
WORLD BANK
06.2006 - 08.2008
Program Assessment Consultant
NATHAN ASSOCIATES & J.E. AUSTIN ASSOCIATES INC.
02.2006 - 05.2006
Senior Economic Advisor & Director of Planning
REPUBLIC OF BURUNDI - MINISTRY OF PLANNING
08.1989 - 03.2004
Master of Science - Economics and Finance
University of Auvergne, CERDI
Bachelor of Science - Economics (Macroeconomics)
University of Burundi
Economic Statistics -
Tashkent Institute of Statistics
Diploma - Trade and Administration
University of Burundi