Key skills and expertise

With 24 years of experience, the expert excels in developing occupational standards, curriculum design, and socio-economic research. Career highlights include leading projects in education and agriculture both locally and internationally, with roles at the FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture. Responsibilities have included project management, strategy development, and policy formulation, resulting in successful vocational education reforms and capacity-building initiatives. The expert has coordinated multi-stakeholder projects, enhancing labor market alignment and educational outcomes, and has authored significant reports on vocational education and agricultural sector development.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the Islamic Development Bank, UNESCO, the European Commission, and the EU TACIS program. Involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in sectors like education and vocational training. Worked on national and regional projects in Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, focusing on the reform and strengthening of vocational education and training systems. Responsibilities have encompassed coordinating activities, developing strategic plans, and conducting evaluations to enhance educational infrastructure and systems.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions across the education, research, and agriculture sectors, with roles such as program management specialist, deputy chief, and department head. Responsibilities have included project coordination, policy development, and strategic planning. The expert possesses interdisciplinary expertise in digitalization within education and agriculture, enhancing sectoral performance through innovative methods. The geographic scope of work has been primarily focused in Azerbaijan, with additional regional experience in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, contributing to both national and international development initiatives. Extensive geographic experience in Azerbaijan includes long-term assignments and leadership roles in government and educational institutions. Work in these regions has provided deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, particularly in education and vocational training.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian, with a proficiency level of excellent in Azerbaijani and advanced in English and Russian. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international collaborations and multilingual teams, enhancing communication and project management across diverse cultural settings. The educational background includes a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in Informatics and Management from Azerbaijan State Economic University, Azerbaijan. Additionally, the expert has completed fellowship programs in ICT in education at Newcastle University, England, and in Education Policy Analysis at the University of Montana, USA. These educational experiences have provided a strong foundation in informatics, management, and education policy.