Key skills and expertise

With 26 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in environmental and natural resource management, pollution and waste management, and water and sanitation. Proficient in GIS, statistical analysis, and programming, they have led international and local projects, including EU-funded initiatives. Notable accomplishments include significant contributions to groundwater management and environmental impact assessments. Leadership roles have involved providing technical assistance and capacity building, with a strong track record in crisis management and sourcing project funding.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the European Union on projects like "Capacity Building Support to Turkey on Groundwater Management" under the EuropeAid program. This involved technical assistance and capacity building in water resources management. The work was regional, focusing on Turkey, and addressed sectoral areas related to environment and natural resource management.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked extensively in the sectors of environment and natural resource management, pollution and waste management, water and sanitation, and mining. Previously held roles such as Water Management Specialist and Environmental Consultant, focusing on project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building. Interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating economic and environmental assessments in water resource projects. Geographic scope includes Greece, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Cyprus, addressing regional and country-specific environmental challenges.

Extensive geographic experience in Greece, involved in numerous environmental and water resource management projects. Worked in Turkey on EU-funded groundwater management initiatives and participated in capacity building projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Cyprus, providing deep familiarity with regional development issues and local governance.

Languages and education

Native Greek speaker, fluent in English, holding a Certificate of Proficiency in English from Cambridge at C2 level. Basic proficiency in Russian, certified by the National Committee of South-eastern Europe. These language skills have been utilized in multilingual teams and in-country work, enhancing communication in international projects and collaborations.

Holds a PhD in Environmental Economics, a Master's Degree in Science & Technology of Water Resources, and a Degree in Mining & Metallurgical Engineering, all from the National Technical University of Athens, Greece. These qualifications reflect a strong foundation in environmental economics, water resource management, and engineering disciplines.