Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 33 years of experience in macro-economic analysis, circular economy, and environmental economics, the expert has a strong foundation in managing international projects in sustainable development, governance, and energy efficiency. With a PhD and an MBA, the expert's skills include project management, capacity building, and policy analysis. Career highlights include leading initiatives with the European Commission, World Bank, and USAID, achieving significant advancements in sustainable practices and institutional frameworks. Responsibilities have included managing complex projects across Europe, Central Asia, and the Caribbean, demonstrating a strong capability in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Commission, World Bank, USAID, SIDA, DANIDA, and NEFCO. The expert's involvement encompasses project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in thematic areas like governance, sustainable development, energy efficiency, and economic policy. These projects have been regional and national in scope, taking place in geographic locations including Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, Central Asia, and the Caribbean. The expert's work has contributed to enhancing institutional frameworks and promoting sustainable practices in various sectors.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as Circular Economy Expert, Financial Manager, and Socio-Economic Expert, the expert has worked across key sectors including macro-economics, public finance, circular economy, environmental management, and sustainable agriculture. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise spans governance, capacity building, and sustainable development, with a focus on integrating environmental and economic strategies. The geographic scope includes regional and country-specific projects in Europe, Central Asia, and the Caribbean, where the expert has managed complex projects and contributed to policy development and institutional strengthening. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Europe, North America, and Africa, with significant involvement in countries such as Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, the UK, and the USA. Long-term assignments in Russia and Sweden have provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics. The expert's work in these regions has focused on sustainable development, economic policy, and capacity building, contributing to regional development and institutional strengthening.

Languages and education

With a background in multiple languages, the expert is fluent in English, Russian, and Bulgarian, with proficiency at the C2 level in reading, speaking, and writing. Advanced skills in Norwegian and Swedish, with C1 level proficiency, complement a working knowledge of German and French. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work across Europe, collaboration in multilingual teams, and contributing to international projects, enhancing communication and project execution in diverse cultural environments. The expert holds a PhD in Political Science and Administration from the Humanitarian Academy in Poland and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Stockholm University, Sweden. Additionally, the expert completed a Diploma in Strategic Management at the Swedish Institute of Management (IFL) in Sweden and has a BA in Social Studies and Foreign Languages from the Moscow State Linguistic Institute, Russia. Pre-doctoral research was undertaken at the University of Turku (Turku School of Economics) in Finland.