Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 27 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in development and humanitarian aid, with a particular focus on EU policies and programs. Extensive expertise in financial assistance management, grant scheme design, and project management is complemented by proficiency in PCM and log-frame methodologies. The expert has led and evaluated over 500 project proposals and managed EU-funded programs, resulting in the successful design and management of grant schemes and the development of operational manuals and guidelines for effective program implementation.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Commission and UNHCR. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in areas like governance, social inclusion, and education. The scale of work spans regional and national levels across countries including Romania, Serbia, Moldova, Kosovo, and Northern Cyprus. The expert has managed EU-funded programs, assessed project proposals, and supported capacity building for local organizations and authorities.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as project manager, consultant, and team leader in key sectors including humanitarian aid, labor market and employment, social development, public administration, and institutional capacity building. The expert's cross-cutting expertise includes digital tools for education and ICT resources, enhancing access to social services and governance. Geographic experience is extensive across Europe and neighboring regions, with significant involvement in Romania, Serbia, Moldova, Kosovo, Northern Cyprus, and Armenia. This experience has provided deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, especially within EU-funded initiatives.

Languages and education

With a background in Economics, the expert holds a degree with a specialization in International Economic Relations from Ovidius University in Romania. Language competences include native proficiency in Romanian and fluent proficiency in English and French, with intermediate proficiency in Italian. These language skills have been extensively utilized in professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert's English proficiency is demonstrated through report writing and serving as a key expert in English-language contracts across various assignments.