Esselina joined FSDMoç. after a 10-year career at the Central Bank of Mozambique where she was an Executive Director, Payments Systems,  and Board Member.  She led the drafting of the National financial inclusion strategy.  Esselina is a Associate Professor at the Eduardo Mondlane University.  She has extensive experience in information and communication technology – ICT, payments systems, financial inclusion and currency management. She holds a Doctoral Degree (PhD), in Information Technologies by University of Pretoria, in South Africa in 2003; she also has a Master Degree (MSc) in Analysis, Design and Management of Information System by London School of Economics and Political Science of the University of London.

Moisés has more than 17 years of experience in organizational development, strategic partnerships, finance, corporate governance and operational management. Moisés’ career spans Branch Operations Manager and Corporate Secretary of Gapi-SI, a Mozambican finance development institution, Organisational Development Director of Mozambique Red Cross, and Special Coordinator of an African National Societies Initiative for the International Federation Of Red Cross. Moisés holds an Honours Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from ISRI in Mozambique, and a number of International Certificates in private sector Development by the International Swedish Institute for Public Administration-SIPU, Management of owned state enterprises and Government Agencies by Intelligent Africa-South Africa, and FSDAfrica Academy.

Titos Uamusse has over 17 years’ experience in Finance, HR and Business Management, before joined FSD worked with TROCAIRE as Regional Finance Manager for 6 Countries in Southern Africa,(Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe & South Africa) , also with AMODEFA as Finance & Admin Officer, and with IPPF as Finance Advisor for Angola & Guine Bissau. In past five years he was working in Ericsson as Finance & Facilities Specialist for Mozambique Branch Office. Titos hold Degree in Administration & Business Management from ISPU and Certificate as Chartered Accountant, and holds a number of Certificates in Finance and Business Management University of Witwatersrand-Johannesburg, Partnership Approach, Financial Management, capacity building- Ireland.

Benedito has over 20 years of experience in microfinance, strategic organisational development, institutional capacity building, and training design and delivery. Before joining FSDMoç., he worked for Ernst & Young, ICC, and provided consulting services for development agencies, such as UNDP, GIZ, USAID, UN-Habitat, etc. Benedito holds an MBA from the ISCTE Business School from Portugal and a Certificate from the FSDAfrica Academy.

Sílvio is a Management, Information Technology and Audit professional combining a strong academic background with 13+ years of experience in corporate environments. Have led highly skilled and experienced teams in market systems development, internal audit, project management, revenue assurance and risk assessment. Natural leader and self-learner.

Cristian Bouché holds an Honors Degree in Business Administration, concluded at St. Thomas University and he has invested over 10 years in his career and working experience, in particularly in the areas of Information Technology, Business Management Development and Entrepreneurship, where initially he was involved with SPEED, a DAI Inc and now a fulltime member of the FSDMOC as Information Technology Manager.

He worked as the project’s consultant, managing the systems infrastructure and Information System’s manager. He has also worked as head of the department for procurement and sales of Powertools department at Construa BuildIT, where he represented global brands such as Makita, Milwaukee and AEG, amongst other various brands. 

Cristian is also a Motorsport enthusiast and multiple champion in various categories of karting and Special Stage. He has been considered to be amongst the top 5 drivers in Africa, after taking part in the FIA Young Drivers Excellence academy and now recently being the winner of the inaugural event of the PicantoCup. 

Carlos Valente Mondle is over 20 years of working experience and joined FSDMoç with experience of banking in Mozambique. He has Honours degree in Information Systems (2001).

Previously worked for FNB – Moçambique were served as the CIO for 10 years and before was Head of IT of Banco de Comercio e Desenvolvimento for 5 years. He was full involved in the most recent technical projects performed between Central Bank and financial market players.

Holds certifications on Information and communication technologies and management.

Anabela brings over 15 years of experience as M&E on economic development area, with speciality on agricultural market information system in Mozambique. Before joining FSDMoç. Anabela worked for six years with USAID Agribusiness Trade Project. Anabela obtained a Masters in Agriculture Economics from The Ohio State University in the USA and holds the FSDAfrica Academy Certificate.

Denise, before joining FSDMoç, worked as an Outreach and Communication Specialist at non-governmental organizations (NGOs) Jhpiego – MCHIP/MCSP, Save the Children International, Chemonics International (Resilim Project), Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), Teledata de Moçambique, Lda and Lurdes Mutola Foundation. Denise has 10 years’ experience in communication and outreach area. Denise has a Degree in communication sciences from A Politecnica University in Mozambique.

Kátia brings over 6 years’ experience in business development and research, and is passionate about entrepreneurship and women empowerment. She has an Honors Degree in Economics (2010) and holds a number of Certificates in financial sector development and policy from University of Cape Town (2014), FSDAfrica Academy (2015) and The Smart Design for Policy and Practice Framework by the Harvard Kennedy School of Harvard University (2015).

Almeira is part of FSDMoç’s Investment team and is responsible for assisting Investment, Grants and the Monitoring and Evaluation activities during projects’ implementation.  Previously, she has worked in the Operations and International Cooperation departments of the Mozambique Stock Exchange and has more than 6 years’ experience in financial markets, strategic plan and financial education program design and implementation, communication and data creation and analysis. She holds a Master of Leadership and Organizations from the Malmö University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Midrand Graduate Institute.

Vânia is over 4 years of working experience in Hotel Management and over 4 years working experience in Project Management and before joining FSDMoç she worked as the Project Assistant of Project for Enhancing Capacity of Investment Promotion and Facilitation in the Republic of Mozambique funded by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). She also worked as a Researcher at the consultancy firm- Executive Research Associates, Lda.

She holds a Masters’ degree in Analysis Techniques and Tourism Innovation from Universitat Rovira i Virgili (2012).

Elzo is a Professional of Administrative and Financial Management with 10 years of experience, and with deep passion for Commercial, Logistics and Events Management. Prior to joining the FSDMoç he was Administrative, Logistics and Commercial Manager at Pharmalife, Lda. He also worked as an Accounts Payable and Treasury Technician at Odebrecht Serviços Abroad (OSEL). Has the degree of Medium Technician of Accounting and Financial Management by the Institute of Transports and Communications.

Filomena assists the team in all administrative matters and is Personal Assistance to the CEO.  She holds a High School Diploma and a Certificate in Office administration. She brings over 6 years’ experience as a secretary for NGO’s and other private institutions.