Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 11 years of experience, the expert excels in public policy analysis, quantitative and qualitative research, and stakeholder engagement. With a solid foundation in project management and international legislative reporting, the expert has led initiatives at both local and international levels, including ESG projects across 57 countries. Responsibilities have included coordinating policy groups, developing strategic initiatives, and conducting in-depth research on employment and labor market topics. Proficient in Stata, Python, and Adobe InDesign, the expert has published works on significant socio-economic issues and contributed to high-level policy discussions.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as UNDP and USAID. At UNDP, the expert developed methodologies for assessing regulatory interventions' economic impacts, contributing to national-scale governance projects in Armenia. At USAID, the expert conducted research analyses on environmental topics, supporting sector-specific initiatives within Armenia. These roles involved technical assistance and research, enhancing policy development and impact assessments.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in diverse sectors such as energy, environment and natural resource management, gender, labor market and employment, social development, and human rights, the expert has held roles including senior public policy researcher and regulatory impact assessment expert. Responsibilities have included coordinating international policy groups, leading sustainability initiatives, and conducting socio-economic impact assessments. The expert's work spans both national projects in Armenia and international initiatives, showcasing interdisciplinary expertise in policy development and strategic engagement. Geographic experience includes significant involvement in Armenia and a current role based in Brussels, Belgium, engaging with multinational organizations across 57 countries. This diverse geographic involvement underscores the expert's familiarity with regional development issues and international policy dynamics.

Languages and education

The expert is a native speaker of Armenian and possesses professional working proficiency in English and Russian, as well as limited working proficiency in French. These language skills have facilitated effective communication and collaboration in multilingual teams and international settings, enhancing the expert's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to global policy discussions. The expert holds an MSc in Sustainable Development Economics and an MSc in Economics from Pantheon-Sorbonne Paris 1 University in France. Additionally, the expert earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the Armenian State University of Economics in Armenia. These academic qualifications provide a strong foundation in economic analysis and sustainable development principles.