Key skills and expertise

With 40 years of experience in development cooperation, the expert specializes in economic policy, SME promotion, and green economy. Key qualifications include project management, capacity building, and monitoring and evaluation. The expert has led initiatives across Central Asia, providing consultancy in entrepreneurship training and business development services. Accomplishments include the development of sustainable strategies for governmental and non-governmental organizations. Leadership roles have involved directing teams for international projects, advising on industrial development strategies, and implementing training programs for business trainers and consultants.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience, the expert has collaborated with international donors such as GIZ, Goethe Institute, and the Savings Banks Foundation for International Cooperation. Involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sectors like economic development, SME promotion, and financial literacy. The expert has worked on regional and national projects across Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in diverse sectors such as social development, SME and private sector development, regional integration, and program and resource management, the expert has held roles including consultant, trainer, and project manager. Focus areas include economic policy and green economy initiatives. The expert’s interdisciplinary knowledge spans entrepreneurship training and capacity building, with a geographic focus on Central Asia and Russia. Work emphasizes sustainable development strategies, financial literacy, and women's promotion in business, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of regional socio-economic dynamics. The expert has extensive geographic experience in Central Asia, including long-term assignments in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. Additional experience includes work in Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Ethiopia, and the Philippines, providing deep familiarity with regional development issues, local governance, and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

Fluent in German, English, and Russian, the expert is also proficient in Farsi, Dari, and Tajik. Holding a diploma as a translator and advisor for Russian and Farsi, language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international development projects across Central Asia, translation tasks, and work with multilingual teams. This proficiency supports effective communication and collaboration in diverse cultural settings. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from Humboldt University, Berlin, Germany, and an M.Sc. in Economics and Oriental Studies from State Lomonossov University, Moscow, Russia. Their academic focus included Middle East economies, international and regional economic cooperation, and development strategies.