Key skills and expertise

With 13 years of experience, the expert specializes in social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, and environmental and social management plans. They have been involved in international projects funded by the World Bank and EBRD, focusing on infrastructure, urban development, and environmental management. Responsibilities have included preparing resettlement action plans, conducting due diligence assessments, and developing public awareness campaigns. Previously held roles such as Project Leader and Social Expert have enabled them to ensure compliance with national and international standards, addressing social risks in diverse projects across Albania and Kosovo.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing over a decade of experience, the expert has collaborated with international donors like the World Bank and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) on various development cooperation projects. Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, and evaluations in sectors such as infrastructure, social development, and environmental management. These projects have been both national and regional, primarily in Albania and Kosovo, focusing on enhancing infrastructure, improving public services, and ensuring compliance with environmental and social standards.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving key sectors including energy, environment and natural resource management, social development, and urban development. Roles such as Social Expert and Consultant have involved responsibilities in social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, and project compliance. Their work often integrates social considerations into infrastructure and environmental projects. The geographic scope is primarily country-specific to Albania and Kosovo, where they have contributed to national and regional development initiatives. Extensive experience in these countries includes addressing local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, providing a deep understanding of socio-economic and regulatory frameworks.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native Albanian speaker and fluent in English, with high proficiency in reading and writing. Competence in Italian and Greek has been demonstrated in professional settings, including in-country work in Albania and Kosovo, and in multilingual teams for international projects. Additionally, they have performed translation tasks, such as translating project documents into Albanian. The educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Environmental Biology from Tirana University in Albania.