A diligent and hard-working professional with extensive experience gained in management roles that required in-depth knowledge of business development, finance, political and strategic planning, and economic development.
He has also held positions as S&E manager, public finance manager, general manager, analyst, project manager, university professor and board member.
He has a degree in Economics, a postgraduate qualification in European Economics and a master’s degree in Economics and International Relations from the University of Oxford, UK.
Member of EUROCHAM (European Chamber of Commerce) in Côte d’Ivoire
Member of the Board of Directors of GIBTP – Association of Large Public Works Companies in Côte d’Ivoire
Founding Partner of INVORY Lda. and Managing Director of INVORY and METALUSA CI (July 22 to the present)
Special Representative of the Non-Resident Ambassador of Portugal to Côte d’Ivoire (January 2019 – June 2022)
Appointed by the non-resident Ambassador of Portugal to Côte d’Ivoire, Vitor Sereno, he has played a crucial role during the COVID pandemic, coordinating support for the Portuguese community and looking after the interests of Portugal and the Portuguese community in the territory of Côte d’Ivoire.
Partner and CEO of ACML Construções & Engenharia SA (April 2018 to date).
ACML is a general public works and infrastructure company with the capacity to carry out contracts of all specialities, relying on the knowledge, experience and rigour of its partners.
It has a technical team with more than 30 years’ experience in engineering, infrastructure site management, communication routes and urban explosive demolition. It has made a name for itself in the Ivorian market, with extensive experience in quarry management and the production of all types of aggregates.
Partner and Managing Director – ECOFIRMA Côte d’Ivoire (2017 to date) and Ecofirma Senegal (2021 to date)
ECOFIRMA works in the design, execution, repair and maintenance of water treatment and supply systems. It has a team of experienced professionals and, particularly in Africa and South America, the training of local workers is one of its main vectors, with the aim of providing a rapid response to requests and adding value in terms of budgeting and work execution. The quality of the services provided is measured by the growing portfolio of clients and the market.
Founding Partner and CEO – ACCA Consultancy Agency (2015 to date)
A Business Centre that provides administrative support and business development services to partner and associate companies.
The Business Centre provides a range of support services to investors and partner companies for quick and effective business start-ups in the West African region. With its 360° service platform, the Centre not only assists investors in setting up a legal entity, but also in business development, intermediation and project preparation. It also offers support services such as accounting, legal and administrative services, consultancy and offices.
Member of the Board of Directors – African Development Bank (AfDB), Tunis (Tunisia) & Abidjan (Ivory Coast) – 2008-2014
Advising on key political issues of strategic and institutional importance.
Leading and coordinating the Executive Director’s involvement in monitoring the implementation of Board decisions by senior management.
Participation in and coordination of field missions aimed at better coordination between donors, strengthening dialogue with governments to improve project implementation (monitoring and evaluation).
Member of the Audit Committee and Finance Board (AUFI) with primary responsibility for supervising the Auditor General and the Finance and Administration departments (2008-2010).
Member (Vice-Chair) of the Board Committee on Project Implementation and Development Effectiveness (CODE) with primary responsibility, together with senior management, for the design, implementation and monitoring of the Bank’s general policies and strategies and supervision and implementation of projects and performance of the project portfolio. Monitoring the development impact of projects and programmes (2010-2012)
United Nations Organisation (UN); Foundation of Portuguese Universities and Portuguese Cooperation, East Timor, University Professor and Special Consultant – 2006-2008
Excellent presentation skills and in-depth knowledge of the subject in teaching classes and conferences on macroeconomics, microeconomics, development projects and economic development.
Support for the coordination of the Economics and Management degree programme, ensuring the transition and appropriate transfer of programmes to local teachers, with a view to training teachers at the Timorese University (developing curricula and improving teaching capacity at UNTL).
Consultancy and technical assistance in capacity building for various consultative committees of the National Parliament (Consultative Council of the Petroleum Fund of East Timor).
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) – London, United Kingdom, Specialist in Energy and Public Policy Reforms and Energy Markets – 2001-2006.
In-depth analysis of aspects of credit preparation for project development and implementation, in the Energy and Utilities department.
Increased responsibility for financial modelling and project financing, with additional responsibility for researching renewable energy investment opportunities.
Utilised strong business acumen in managing key tasks, including coordinating data collection, financial projections and structuring/monitoring loan covenants.
Solid relationships with local clients, consultants, international developers and co-financiers, liaising closely with the Bank’s internal credit service and other support units.
Management of the Energy and Utilities portfolio in coordination with project managers, executing agencies and other governmental executing entities to improve project performance and implementation.
Artur Cima has been a member of the Portuguese Diaspora Council since December 2024.