We previously worked in Algeria from 2019-2022 and are currently implementing the ADIL (Appui au développement local intégré) project. Our work takes place both at the central level and in 12 municipalities across 4 wilayas, with a focus on strengthening local governance and supporting Algeria’s government in local economic development and decentralisation.
Our staff:
Mr. George Hartman
Team Leader
Mr George Hartman has a long-standing experience within the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia as a team leader and consultant. He has worked with VNG International for 10+ years in different countries such as Iraq, Kurdistan and Jordan. His experience particularly pertains to institutional reforms, development of local governance, decentralization, regional planning and change management. George is the Team Leader of the ADIL project.
Ms. Soumeya Martinez
Deputy Team Leader/ Country representative
Ms. Soumeya Martinez has 10+ years of experience working for different international organizations such as GIZ Algeria. She has been working with VNG International since 2020. There, among other positions, she was responsible for the pilots’ implementation of the SHIRAKA project (RVO Netherlands – MENA partnership). Soumeya is Algerian national and will cover the position of Deputy Team Leader for the ADIL project.