Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 34 years of experience, the expert is proficient in disaster reduction, humanitarian relief, and public relations. Key skills include negotiation, media communication, project management, and organizational development. They have led both local and international projects, including a multi-million dollar HIV/AIDS prevention initiative with UNICEF. Responsibilities have encompassed strategy development, budget management, and team leadership. The expert has successfully managed cross-cultural teams and implemented strategic initiatives, achieving significant results under tight deadlines in various sectors, including health and governance.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with UNICEF and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in international development cooperation projects. Their involvement included project management, technical assistance, and capacity building in the health sector, particularly in HIV/AIDS prevention. They managed a multi-million dollar project in Macedonia and provided human resources management in Syria and Iran. Additionally, the expert contributed to the Out of Country Voting Program for Afghanistan. The work primarily took place in the Balkan region, Syria, Iran, and Macedonia.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across several key sectors, including disaster reduction, humanitarian relief, public relations, health, and governance. Previously held roles such as Executive Assistant, CEO Assistant, and Project Manager, with responsibilities including project management, public relations, and organizational development. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes logistics, procurement, and human resources. The geographic scope of their work spans the Balkans, with significant projects in Macedonia, and extends to Iran and Syria, highlighting their capacity to manage cross-cultural and international initiatives. The expert has extensive geographic experience in the Balkan region, particularly in Macedonia, where they have engaged in local governance and regional development projects. They have also worked in Iran and Syria, managing projects related to human resources and international cooperation. Their familiarity with cultural dynamics and regional issues is evident through their roles in various international initiatives, including work with UNICEF and IOM, and their involvement in projects across the Balkans and the Middle East.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native speaker of Macedonian and fluent in English, Russian, and Serbo-Croatian. They possess very good knowledge of Polish and basic communication skills in French. Language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including translation tasks and working with multilingual teams. They are a sworn translator for English, Russian, and Polish languages to Macedonian and vice versa, facilitating communication in international projects and cross-cultural environments. The expert holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian and Polish Languages and Culture from the University St. Kiril and Metodija in Skopje, Macedonia. Additionally, they have a diploma in Integrated Approach to Public Relations from the London School of Public Relations in the United Kingdom.