Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 36 years of experience, the expert specializes in architecture and town planning, project management, and energy efficiency. Career highlights include leading international projects such as URBACT, with a focus on urban regeneration and sustainable development. Previously held roles such as Senior Architect and Managing Director at DeveloCity and Lead Expert for UN HABITAT. Responsibilities have included developing city strategies and sustainable urban regeneration programs, showcasing strong leadership and project management skills. The expert has successfully managed large-scale housing projects and contributed to significant urban development initiatives across Europe.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors, notably through initiatives like URBACT, funded by the European Commission. The expert's involvement encompassed project management, technical assistance, and capacity building, focusing on urban regeneration, energy efficiency, and sustainable development. Projects have spanned regional and national scales across various European countries, including Poland, France, Italy, and the UK, contributing to initiatives that enhance urban infrastructure and governance.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions at the intersection of energy, urban development and housing, civil engineering, GIS, mapping and cadastre, and project management. Responsibilities have included roles such as Senior Architect, Managing Director, and Lead Expert, focusing on urban regeneration, sustainable development, and energy efficiency. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating socio-economic factors into urban planning and developing energy-efficient building solutions. Geographic experience is extensive, with work spanning Europe, including significant projects in Poland, the UK, France, Italy, Germany, and Spain. There is a deep familiarity with regional development issues, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English (C1) and proficient in Russian (B2), with additional skills in French and Spanish (A2). These language competences have been utilized in international projects and collaborations, working with multilingual teams across Europe. The expert's native language is Polish, which supports work in various regional and international contexts. Educational achievements include an MA in Architecture, Engineering, and Town Planning from Oxford Brookes University, UK, an MSc in Art specializing in Screenplay Writing and Movie Making from the National Film School in Poland, and an MSc in Architecture from the Technical University of Poznan, Poland, focusing on architecture and urban design.