Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 13 years of experience in urban and rural infrastructure, the expert has led projects totaling over €249 million, including initiatives funded by the World Bank and EBRD. Career highlights include managing framework loans and grants, with accomplishments such as negotiating a €40 million loan with the European Investment Bank. Responsibilities have included full-cycle project management, strategic development, and business development. The expert is proficient in operational management and has a proven track record in international and local project implementation.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors like the World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and Nordic Environment Finance Corporation. The expert's involvement in international development cooperation projects primarily focused on infrastructure, managing projects such as the Georgia Urban Transport Enhancement Programme and energy efficiency initiatives in public buildings. These projects were of national scope and took place in Georgia, demonstrating expertise in project implementation and management within the urban development sector.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as project manager and business development manager across key sectors including urban development, infrastructure, and business development. Responsibilities have included managing large-scale infrastructure projects and strategic development initiatives. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge encompasses infrastructure management within urban and rural contexts, supported by international donor collaboration. Their work has predominantly taken place in Georgia, addressing both national and regional development needs. Extensive geographic experience in Georgia includes managing significant urban and rural infrastructure projects, engaging with local governance and regional development issues. Additionally, academic pursuits in South Africa further broaden their geographic expertise.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English, Russian, and Georgian. These language skills have been effectively utilized in professional settings, including managing international projects and collaborating with multilingual teams in the urban development sector. The expert holds a Master of Urban Studies in Urban Management from the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, completed in 2021. Additionally, a Bachelor of Business Administration was earned from the International Black Sea University in Georgia in 2013. This educational background provides a strong foundation in urban management and business administration.