Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 20 years of experience in regulatory and legal affairs, international trade, and competitiveness, the expert has led significant projects in state aid, public procurement, and deregulation. Career highlights include contributing to the drafting of Ukraine's first Law on State Aid. Previously held roles such as Key State Aid Expert and Senior Research Manager, responsibilities have included due diligence, risk assessment, and policy reform. The expert has collaborated on EU and USAID-funded initiatives, co-authored significant publications, and provided training on state aid law, showcasing leadership and expertise in legal and governance sectors.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the European Union and USAID. The expert's involvement includes project implementation and technical assistance in governance, specifically focusing on state aid and public procurement. Notable projects include the EU-funded "Harmonization of the Public Procurement System of Ukraine with EU Standards" and the USAID project "Monitoring of the implementation of the Criminal Procedural Code of Ukraine." These initiatives were national in scope and took place in Ukraine, demonstrating the expert's ability to manage and execute complex donor-funded projects effectively.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors including trade, anti-corruption, law, public administration, regional integration, SME and private sector development, and decentralization, the expert has held roles such as Key State Aid Expert and Senior Research Manager. Responsibilities have included regulatory affairs, legal research, and policy drafting. Their interdisciplinary expertise involves integrating legal frameworks with economic competitiveness and governance reforms. The expert's work has been both regional and country-specific, with significant contributions in Ukraine and the United States, enhancing legal and administrative systems through international cooperation and local governance projects. Geographic experience includes extensive work in Ukraine and the United States, with additional professional engagements in Belgium, Estonia, and Poland. The expert has demonstrated deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in Ukraine, through long-term assignments and projects focused on legal and regulatory reform. Work in Washington, D.C., has further expanded expertise in international trade and competitiveness, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of both Eastern European and Western governance and economic systems.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native speaker of Russian and Ukrainian and is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Polish. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international projects and multilingual teams, particularly in due diligence and risk assessment roles. The expert's proficiency in these languages has supported work in diverse jurisdictions, enhancing communication and collaboration in global initiatives. Educational qualifications include an MA in European Single Market Major from the College of Europe in Belgium, completed in 2012. The expert obtained a Diploma in International Relations and European Integration from the Estonian School of Diplomacy in Estonia in 2011 and earned an LLM from the National Law Academy of Ukraine in 2008. These qualifications reflect a strong foundation in European integration, international relations, and law.