Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 15 years of experience, the expert is proficient in public health program development, molecular diagnostics, and quality management systems. Career highlights include leading projects funded by organizations such as WHO and the Global Fund, with a focus on infectious diseases. Previously held roles such as project coordinator and team leader have involved managing EU proposals and contributing to international collaborations. Responsibilities have included developing quality management strategies, mentoring healthcare professionals, and coordinating monitoring and evaluation systems, resulting in significant improvements in health system capacities and compliance with international standards.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors like the Global Fund, WHO, Horizon 2020, NIH, UNICEF, and the World Bank. The expert has been involved in project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building, primarily in the health sector. This work has focused on infectious diseases such as TB, HIV/STIs, and viral hepatitis, with national and regional impacts across Germany, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, and Uzbekistan.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors including education, health, humanitarian aid, and monitoring and evaluation, the expert has held roles such as project coordinator, research scientist, and quality manager. Responsibilities have included program development, capacity building, and strategic planning. Her interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating advanced molecular technologies and quality management systems into healthcare. The geographic scope of her work spans regional and country-specific projects in Europe and Central Asia, focusing on health system strengthening and infectious disease management. The expert has extensive geographic experience in Germany, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, and Uzbekistan, with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in Moldova. Her work in these regions has focused on health system strengthening and development initiatives, contributing to regional development and capacity building.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual communication, the expert is a native Romanian speaker and fluent in English and Russian, with proficiency in French and German. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including in-country work and collaborations within multilingual teams. Her ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages has facilitated international project coordination and stakeholder engagement across various countries. The expert holds a Master's degree in Medical Physiopathology and a degree in Medical Microbiology from the State University of Medicine, Chisinau, Moldova. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Microbiology and Health Economy and a Master's in Public Mental Health at the same institution. Additionally, she completed her studies as a General Physician at the State University of Medicine, Chisinau, Moldova.