Key skills and expertise

With 43 years of experience in the ICT sector, the expert specializes in project management, having spent over 20 years in senior management roles. He possesses extensive skills in business analysis, IT project management, and developing complex ICT solutions. His work includes collaboration on international projects funded by PHARE and the World Bank. Notable achievements include leading major ICT projects in governance and transport sectors, and developing e-governance platforms. He has a proven track record in preparing tender dossiers and technical specifications, and has held leadership roles such as Project Manager and Senior IT Expert.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as PHARE and the World Bank, focusing on project implementation and technical assistance. His work spans governance and ICT sectors, involving large-scale national and regional projects. Geographic locations include Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and Egypt, where he contributed to the development and modernization of ICT systems, e-governance solutions, and capacity building initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked extensively in the ICT, telecommunications, education, and governance sectors. He has held roles such as Project Manager, Senior IT Expert, and Consultant, focusing on the digitalization of public sector services, e-governance, and ICT infrastructure development. His interdisciplinary knowledge includes integrating ICT solutions in governance and education. The expert's work has spanned regional and country-specific projects across Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and North Africa, emphasizing capacity building and system modernization in transitioning countries.

The expert has extensive geographic experience working in Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Montenegro, Egypt, and Russia, among other countries. He has been involved in long-term and recurring projects, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, focusing on ICT and governance sectors. His work has provided him with a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, contributing to successful project implementations in countries undergoing transition.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, Bulgarian, and Russian, with full proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing. He possesses intermediate proficiency in Serbian-Croatian and basic proficiency in German. His language skills have been utilized in international projects and multilingual team environments, enhancing communication and collaboration across various countries.

The expert holds a Dipl. Machine Engineer (M.Sc. Engineering) degree from the Technical University in Sofia, Bulgaria, specializing in technology and management of railway transport. His education included courses in information systems, programming, and mathematical methods and modeling. Additionally, he has completed a Project Manager certification for ICT projects from SEMA Group in France and obtained various managerial and technical certificates on ICT specialized topics from Compaq in France and Bulgaria.

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