Key skills and expertise

With over 19 years of experience in international development, the expert excels in project design and management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), fundraising, and communications. They have contributed to international initiatives with organizations like the International Finance Corporation/World Bank Group, particularly in agribusiness advisory projects. Their expertise spans sustainable agribusiness supply chains, gender mainstreaming, and youth education. Previously held leadership roles include Chairperson of the European Youth Parliament, where they facilitated capacity-building programs. Proficient in GIS, SurveyCTO, and various project management tools, they have delivered impactful projects in regions such as Belarus, India, and Haiti.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in collaborating with international donors, the expert has worked with the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in Belarus, providing administrative support and contributing to impact evaluation activities. They have also engaged with the International Finance Corporation/World Bank Group, facilitating agribusiness advisory projects and capacity building within the Agribusiness Leadership Program. Their work spans sectors including governance, agriculture, and rural development, with projects implemented in regions such as Belarus, Mozambique, Tanzania, Cameroon, and Haiti.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as community development, agriculture and rural development, financial services, and governance, the expert has held roles in project management, business development, and administrative support. Responsibilities have included project design, M&E, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses digitalization in agriculture and promoting sustainable agribusiness supply chains. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific initiatives in Belarus, India, and other global locations, contributing to both local and international development projects. Their extensive geographic experience includes work in Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Haiti, India, multiple EU countries, and the United States, demonstrating a strong understanding of regional development issues and local governance.

Languages and education

With a background in linguistics, the expert is fluent in English and has limited proficiency in French, utilizing these skills in various professional contexts, including multilingual teams and translation tasks. Their educational background includes an MA in International Development Studies from Ohio University, USA, and a Graduate Certificate in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the same institution. They were a Fulbright Scholar from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, they hold a BA in Linguistics with a minor in Education Studies from Brest State University, Belarus.