Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 14 years of experience, the expert is proficient in project management, procurement management, and European project design. With a PMP certification, they have led international and local initiatives, notably in EU-funded projects and infrastructure development with international financial institutions. Responsibilities have included consortium building, proposal writing, and full project lifecycle management. Career highlights include successful project submissions and the management of complex administrative tasks. The expert has demonstrated leadership in coordinating multinational teams and managing substantial budgets and resources across various sectors, including governance and public sector innovation.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the Asian Development Bank, World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and KfW. Their involvement includes project implementation, procurement management, and contract negotiations in infrastructure projects related to water supply and sanitation. These initiatives were primarily national in scope, conducted in Armenia. Additionally, the expert has participated in EU-funded projects under programs like Horizon 2020, focusing on governance and public sector innovation across various European regions.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as EU Funding Consultant, Project Manager, and Procurement Specialist, involving responsibilities like consortium building, proposal writing, and contract management. Their interdisciplinary expertise spans European project design and infrastructure development, particularly in water supply and sanitation. The geographic scope of their work includes Europe and Armenia, where they have effectively managed both regional and country-specific projects. With extensive geographic experience in Europe and Armenia, they have worked in Italy, specifically in Milan, Turin, Pisa, and Florence, engaging in EU project management and proposal consultancy. In Armenia, their work has focused on procurement and infrastructure projects, providing deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues. This includes long-term assignments with international financial institutions, contributing to significant infrastructure improvements.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual communication, the expert is fluent in English and Italian, demonstrating full professional proficiency in both languages, essential for international project management and collaboration with multilingual teams. Additionally, they possess a strong command of Spanish, enabling effective communication in various professional contexts. Their native language is Armenian, and their language skills have been utilized extensively in managing international projects and coordinating with diverse stakeholders across Europe. The expert holds an International Master's Degree in European Project Planning and Management from Pixel International Training Center in Italy and an International Master's Degree in Public Procurement and Contracts Management from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy. Additionally, they earned a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering and Systems Management from the American University of Armenia. Their undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Science in Radio-Physics from Yerevan State University, Armenia.