Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in statistics and labor market analysis. Their expertise encompasses developing labor market information systems, conducting comprehensive labor market surveys, and implementing advanced statistical methodologies. Career highlights include managing the Household Survey Department at the Statistical Office of Serbia, where they enhanced survey processes and data quality. The expert has played a pivotal role in national and international projects, contributing to capacity building and policy development. Their collaboration with organizations like the ILO and EU has provided technical assistance and strategic insights across various regions, including the Middle East and the Balkans.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors, the expert has worked with organizations such as the ILO, EU, EC, ETF, and the World Bank. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sectors like labor market analysis, education, and governance. They have contributed to regional and national projects in locations including Serbia, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, and the Western Balkans. Responsibilities have included strengthening labor market information systems and contributing to policy development and implementation, demonstrating a robust capacity to engage in international development cooperation.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving key sectors such as labor market analysis, statistics, and social surveys. Previously held roles such as International Expert for Labor Market Statistics and Head of Household Surveys, the expert has been responsible for developing labor market information systems, conducting surveys, and enhancing data quality. Their cross-cutting expertise includes integrating IT solutions in data collection and analysis. The geographic scope of their work spans regional and national projects in diverse locations like the Balkans and Central Asia, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of sector-specific and interdisciplinary challenges. Their extensive geographic experience includes working in Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo, with deep familiarity with regional development issues and local governance.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual communication, the expert is fluent in English, with proficiency at the C2 level in reading, speaking, and writing. This competence has been utilized in international projects and collaborations across various regions, enhancing communication within multilingual teams. Additionally, the expert is fluent in Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian, facilitating work in the Balkans and neighboring regions. Their educational background includes an M.Sc. in Management with a specialization in Statistics from the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, Belgrade University, Serbia, providing a strong foundation in organizational sciences and statistical analysis.