Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 37 years of experience in the environmental services industry, the expert is proficient in sustainable development, management, policy analysis, sustainability, and strategic planning. Career highlights include leading and participating in numerous local and international projects, collaborating with organizations such as the World Bank and Asian Development Bank. Responsibilities have included developing environmental safeguard policies, conducting public consultations, and managing environmental and resettlement issues. The expert has also provided technical assistance and capacity building, contributing to significant improvements in project implementation and compliance.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and United Nations Development Programme. Involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in thematic areas like health, energy, and environmental management. These projects were regional and national in scope, focusing on enhancing infrastructure and social development. Geographic locations for donor-related work include Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including education, energy, environment and natural resource management, health, and social development. Previously held roles such as National Environment Expert, Safeguard Specialist, and Environmental Consultant. The expert possesses cross-cutting expertise in sustainable development and strategic planning, with a focus on integrating environmental safeguards into project implementation. The geographic scope of work is primarily in Uzbekistan, with additional assignments in France, Germany, and the USA. This experience has provided a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in Uzbekistan.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is a native speaker of Uzbek and fluent in English and Russian, with excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills in all three languages. These language competences have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams on international projects. The expert holds a PhD in Plant Physiology and Biotechnology from the Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology, Uzbekistan, obtained in 2004. Additionally, the expert earned an MS in Biology from Tashkent State University, Uzbekistan, in 1988.