Observed and assessed key indicators of the electoral process, which included election administration, political assessment, campaign finance, voter education, implementation of new technology, as well as gender and minority inclusion.• Interviewed and worked with civil society organizations to develop knowledge of regional politics and determine position and obstacles for marginalized communities in the process. • Provided analytical reports, and weekly assessments of electoral preparation and implementation, specifically on meetings with government officials, political representatives, and campaigns. • Built and maintained relationships with political interlocutors, government agencies, election commissions, and media in the geographical placement region.• Provide recommendations to improve election transparency, reduce opportunities for fraud, increase participation, and build trust in democratic elections.• Represent the mission and organization to high level external stakeholders.• Produced briefings, briefing materials, and deployment for IRI, NDI and USAID staff.

Kosovo Social Contract Activity.• Introduced sustainable practices for public participation to improve Kosovo citizens relationships with municipal government.• Managed and conducted training of local officials in facilitation skills to better manage the public consultation processes and build public trust.• Draft guidelines and training guide on best practices in facilitation techniques, planning, and commitment devices to assist beneficiaries effectively communicate with the public.• Provided assessment of the beneficiaries’ current facilitation practices and identify areas needing improvement.• Served as mentor to Local Consultant to enable the continuation of the program after leaving Kosovo.• Prepared written reports on progress made during the consultancy, observations, issues, lessons learned and advice to move forward.

Long Term Twenty Missions International Observer Nov. 2001- Oct.2021 Served in Uzbekistan, Armenia, Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, N. Macedonia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus• Monitored and assessed the electoral and political environment in the period leading up to, including and following the elections.• Travelled regularly within area of operation to serve are a representative of the organization.• Observed the preparedness of governments to implement regulations and laws for their elections.• Interviewed electoral participants and prepared detailed written reports, including facts and analyses on the political situation, women, and minorities, plus recommendations for improvements.• Developed and managed relationships with government officials, civil society, media, and international organizations to collaborate and monitor developments.• Assessed government performance, campaign finance, and conditions for holding an election.• Planning and managed local and international staff deployment, trainings, briefings, materials, and standards, within limited time and budgets.Served as: International Supervisor, Team Leader, and Advance Nine Mission Served in Kosovo, Bosnia, Croatia Sept.1997-Apr.2001 • Actively advised Precinct Election Committee, (PEC) the process for elections and voter registration.• Supervised the polling station and staff performance prior to and during election day.• Arrived ahead in the field to assess the logistics and ability to hold additional staff.• Served as a team leader to International Supervisors and PECs in super stations.

Political and Electoral consulting groupPolitical Research and Issue Advisor • Developed and provided strategic vision for best campaign results for each individual project.• Mobilized all available resources to meet campaign and government challenges. • Actively advised and monitored political, electoral and campaign trends.• Consulted with and provided technical support and reports to political groups, candidates, and parties.• Provided situational analysis and options with pro and con considerations for government direction to keep principals apprised of current activities.• Increased participation of women, minorities, in the election process through outreach.• Recruited, motivated, supervised, and trained staff as needed.• Managed multiple responsibilities under exceptionally tight deadlines.