Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 9 years of experience, the expert is proficient in strategic communication, program management, and economic empowerment. Career highlights include leading international and local initiatives focused on anti-human trafficking and social justice. Notable achievements comprise developing economic empowerment models and receiving prestigious awards such as the Chevening Award. Responsibilities have included advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilization, resulting in sustainable funding channels and impactful outcomes for survivors of human trafficking. Leadership roles such as Country Coordinator and Founder have further solidified their expertise in these areas.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors, including USAID, the expert has contributed to initiatives focused on youth inclusion and engagement. They have provided technical assistance and capacity building for USAID staff, enhancing youth engagement knowledge. Additionally, they have been involved in a US government-funded project on Violent Extremism Prevention, developing action plans and training modules. Their involvement spans regional projects in governance and crime prevention, primarily in Eastern Europe and Albania.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in civil society, NGOs, social development, youth, migration, and administration, the expert has held roles such as Country Coordinator, Founder, and Consultant. Responsibilities have included strategic communication, program management, and advocacy. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses economic empowerment models for trafficking survivors and capacity building. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific initiatives, particularly in Eastern Europe and the UK, contributing to both local and international projects. They have extensive geographic experience in Eastern Europe, especially in Albania, where they have worked on anti-human trafficking initiatives and advocacy. Their work also extends to the United Kingdom, with contributions to projects in the United States, Netherlands, and France, gaining familiarity with regional development issues and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

With a background in academics, the expert holds a Master of Arts in Global Crime and Justice from the University of York, United Kingdom, and a Master of Science in Administration of Social Services from the University of Tirana, Albania. Additionally, they have a Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy and Administration from the University of Tirana. Their studies have focused on topics such as sex trafficking, economic reintegration of trafficking survivors, and youth-led enterprises. The expert is fluent in Albanian, English, and Greek, with a proficiency level of C2 in each, and has basic proficiency in French at level A2. These language skills have been utilized in various professional settings, including international organizations and multilingual teams, enhancing communication and collaboration across diverse cultural contexts.