Experience

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  Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kosovo

  • Pristina, District of Pristina, Kosovo

  • Project Coordinator

    • Sep 2023 - Present
    • Pristina, District of Pristina, Kosovo

    The Ministry of Finance, Labor and Transfers (MFLT) of the Republic of Kosovo has received a Credit from the International Development Association (IDA) in the amount of EUR 47 million to finance the Kosovo Social Assistance System Reform Project. The objective of the project is to improve the equity and adaptability of Kosovo's social safety net. The equity improvement will include selecting SAS beneficiaries based on poverty status (rather than categories), providing more adequate benefits, including an increase in the per capita benefit received by larger households, and ensuring that work able beneficiaries benefit from activation measures. Improving adaptability refers to enhancing the capacity of Kosovo's social safety net to respond to changes in Kosovo's poverty levels as well as to shocks, including those that are climate-induced, to minimize negative impacts on the poverty level of households. These objectives will be achieved by supporting the Government to (a) reform the design of the SAS, (b) make investments in the delivery systems of the SAS, and (c) increase the value of the SAS benefit to mitigate the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, these investments are anticipated to lead to a social safety net that is more accessible to the poorest households, provides more meaningful benefits, and can be contracted or expanded in response to changes in poverty levels or shocks.mf.rks-gov.net/page.aspx?id=2,2,1141

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  Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

  • Germany
  • International Trade and Development
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Team Leader

    • Jul 2023 - Sep 2023

    The programme plays a crucial role in the initiative "Shaping Development-oriented Migration" and is an integral part of the core topic "Peace and Social Cohesion" within Field of Action 3: "Flight and Migration" of the BMZ. Its primary objective is to enhance partner structures to effectively implement gender-responsive measures aligned with the goals outlined in the Global Compact for Migration (GCM).Furthermore, the programme operationalizes the adopted approach of feminist development policy in the field of migration. Similar to the predecessor Programme "Migration & Diaspora," this programme aligns with the BMZ's comprehensive 360-degree migration approach and the federal government's skilled labor strategy.In order to accomplish the objectives outlined, the programme focuses on the following strategies:• Aligning with partner countries' priorities and capacities: The programme aims to support partner countries in enhancing their ability to handle regular labor migration and regional migration effectively. • Promoting diaspora engagement for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): The programme aims to encourage diaspora communities' involvement and leverage their potential to contribute to the achievement of the SDG`s.• Supporting the development and implementation of measures to empower migrants in precarious situations: The programme aims to engage stakeholders and collaborate with them to create and execute initiatives that empower migrants facing vulnerable circumstances.• Strengthening global partnerships and cooperation with multilateral and international organizations: The programme emphasizes the importance of forging robust global partnerships and collaborations with relevant multilateral and international organizations.By implementing these strategies, the programme contributes to the overarching goals of promoting development-oriented migration, gender equality, and social cohesion in line with the principles of feminist development policy.

  • Programme Manager - Programme Migration and Diaspora

    • Oct 2020 - Jun 2023

    The programme works on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and is implemented by the Centre for International Migration and Development (CIM), a joint operation of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the International Placement Services (ZAV) of the German Federal Employment Agency. The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration and the 2030 Agenda provide the framework for activities along with the planned Skilled Workers Immigration Act (Fachkräfteeinwanderungsgesetz) and the German national action plan on integration.

  • Programme Manager - Programme Migration for Development

    • May 2019 - Oct 2020

    Das globale ”Programm für Migration und Entwicklung” (PME) wurde von Bundesministerium für Wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) in Auftrag gegeben und wird vom CIM, GIZ und ZAV implementiert.Das übergeordnete Ziel von PME ist es die entwicklungsrelevanten Beiträge von Migranten in ihren Herkunftsländern zu stärken und die Rahmenbedingungen für die legale Migration in ausgewählten Partnerländern zu verbessern. Hinzukommt auch die Beratung und Betreuung der Rückkehrer und deren soziale und wirtschaftliche Reintegration (DIMAK).The global "Program for Migration and Development" (PME) was commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by the CIM, GIZ and ZAV.The overall objective of PME is to strengthen the development-relevant contributions of migrants in their countries of origin and to improve the conditions for legal migration in selected partner countries. Added to this is the counseling and care of returnees and their social and economic reintegration (DIMAK)

  • Reintegration Advisor

    • Jun 2017 - Apr 2019

    The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH set up the German Information Point for Migration, Vocational Training and Career (DIMAK) in 2015 in an effort to reduce illegal migration. On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), DIMAK provides advisory services to young people in Kosovo’s capital, Pristina, on training opportunities, study courses and employment both in Germany and in Kosovo. Many of the young people who come to DIMAK wish to stay in Kosovo, in the hope of new opportunities emerging there. For these people, DIMAK works closely with Kosovo’s Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, for example, to provide training in job application. In this way it makes a direct contribution to keeping young people in the country.

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  World Learning

  • Washington D.C. Metro Area

  • Consultant

    • Jan 2017 - May 2017
    • Washington D.C. Metro Area

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  Vartega Carbon Fiber Recycling LLC

  • Denver, Colorado

  • Market Researcher

    • May 2016 - Aug 2016
    • Denver, Colorado

    Conducted market research in the Additive Manufacturing and Composites industry for Vartega Carbon Fiber Recycling LLC. The research evolved around finding a viable market opportunity for the company to enter successfully and create competitive advantage.● Delivered research report on the results and recommendations from the research● Participated in the SAMPE conference as a representative of Vartega and the Venture team● Conducted professional interviews with experts and researchers in the Additive Manufacturing, Composites and Engineering Industries.

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  EDI project

  • Kosovo

  • Project Coordinator

    • Jan 2015 - Jul 2015
    • Kosovo

    Coordinated the EDI project in consortium with Balkan Sunflowers Kosova, The Ideas Partnership and Sports Sans Frontiers in coordination with the donor organization, the Austrian Development Agency. ● Coordinated joint activities of the project while integrating all three partners of the project in the decision making process and coordination● Recruited external evaluation companies for auditing and gender report for the project, reported the outcomes and results to the consortium partners and implemented the recommendations successfully in the project● Prepared qualitative and quantitative reports to the donor organization for the project activities using statistical data analysis tools● Maintained regular communication with the consortium, the donor and partners of the project.

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  Kosovo Association of Young Entrepreneurs

  • Kosovo

  • Manager

    • Dec 2011 - Jul 2015
    • Kosovo

    Managed the NGO into an established entity for young entrepreneurs in Kosovo to find themselves the necessary services, information, connections and support they need to be successful in the business world. ● Maintained staff of five employees by recruiting, selecting and training them;● Created a membership network of over 300 members of the NGO due to leveraging connection and PR skills through social media, promotional campaigns and TV interviews● Wrote and implemented projects for the NGO from donor organizations such as the USAID, European Union, Ministry of Trade and Industry and other entities while using project management skills● Established strategic goals by gathering pertinent business, financial, service, and operations information;● Introduces Social Entrepreneurship to the members and network of the NGO as a new option to start businesses that are socially and environmentally sustainable while still being for profit.

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  NSH Besa

  • Kosovo

  • Project Assistant

    • Aug 2012 - May 2013
    • Kosovo

    Assisted in the implementation of the YEP program sponsored from the USAID and implemented from Besa Consulting● Implemented 33 entrepreneurship trainings for 750 young entrepreneurs while organizing the logistics, operations, monitoring and control of the project● Reported to USAID about the process of the project including achievements and challenges in the implementation process● Evaluated business plans, aptitude and skills tests for the participants aiming to start their ventures with the financial support from the USAID● Recommended business ideas with successful projections to the USAID using different measurements and testing tools for business models