Key skills and expertise

With over 30 years of experience in international law, governance, human rights, and gender equality, the expert has demonstrated exceptional skills in project management, evaluation, and capacity building. They have led initiatives across South Eastern Europe, South East Asia, and the Pacific, holding key roles such as Team Leader, Project Manager, and Country Representative. Their achievements include amending laws, increasing women's political participation, and enhancing institutional capacities. Collaborations with international bodies like the UN, OSCE, and EU have highlighted their strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills in multicultural environments.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with prominent international donors including the UN, OSCE, EU, DCAF-Geneva, Australian DFAT, and UN Women. Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in governance, human rights, gender equality, and electoral reforms. They have worked on both regional and national projects in locations such as the Solomon Islands, Lao PDR, Viet Nam, and the Republic of North Macedonia, focusing on enhancing institutional capacities and promoting gender mainstreaming and social inclusion.

Sectors and geographic focus

Having worked across key sectors such as governance, human rights, democratization, law, public administration, and regional integration, the expert has held roles like Team Leader, Project Manager, and Advisor. Responsibilities have included project management, legal analysis, and capacity building, with cross-cutting expertise in gender equality, conflict resolution, and institutional development. Their work has spanned regional and country-specific levels in areas such as South Eastern Europe, South East Asia, and the Pacific, contributing to governance reforms and human rights initiatives. Extensive geographic experience includes work in the Republic of North Macedonia, Solomon Islands, Lao PDR, Viet Nam, and Italy, demonstrating deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, with significant experience in multilingual environments. These language skills have been utilized in international settings, including work in South East Asia, the Pacific, and Europe, with English proficiency being crucial for leadership roles and collaboration with organizations like the UN and EU. The expert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the European University Institute in Italy, a Master’s in Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government in the USA, and a Master of Law (LL.M) from the University of Connecticut School of Law as a Fulbright Scholar. Additionally, they earned a Juris Doctor from the University Cyril and Methodius in Macedonia and a Bachelor of Arts in International Political Studies from The American College of Switzerland.