With over 18 years of hands-on experience in international development, I specialize in youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and workforce readiness, focusing on fostering entrepreneurial mindsets and employability skills in HE and TVET programs. My career has been dedicated to implementing high-impact initiatives across diverse regions, including the Western Balkans, Turkey, Afghanistan, Jordan, Lebanon, and the broader MENA region. Transforming Higher Education for Youth Employability I have extensive expertise in facilitating access to higher and vocational education, supporting internships, and aiding startups and growth-oriented SMEs to create quality jobs. My work focuses on enhancing graduate employability and driving economic empowerment for youth. As an educator, I develop tailored entrepreneurship curricula that cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets in students and educators, particularly through value-creation pedagogy in STEM fields. Strategic Partnerships & Program Leadership I have been working as a technical advisory lead in programs that expand youth access to economic opportunities funded by: USAID, SIDA, IsDB, and the EC. By collaborating with universities, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders, I ensure alignment with national priorities and sustainability. I have helped universities adopt entrepreneurial approaches and integrate work-based learning practices to prepare students for the workforce or an entrepreneurial journeys, including work placements in the industry. Technical Advisor & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist As a technical advisor, I develop, strengthen and implement program deliverables and outcomes for NGOs and their respective beneficiaries. My expertise in fostering strategic partnerships enhances youth involvement in decision-making, skill readiness, and access to economic opportunities. I am passionate about empowering the next generation through meaningful, results-driven initiatives and look forward to connecting with others dedicated to youth-centered development. Impact-Driven Proposal Development Specialist With my technical background, I excel in crafting compelling, value-driven proposals that translate complex program objectives into actionable, fundable initiatives. Leveraging extensive experience in higher education, entrepreneurship, and youth employability, I design proposals aligned with donor priorities, national development goals, and communities' livelihoods needs.
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