Emirjon Lleshi holds a master degree in Accounting and Auditing in the University of Tirana.
Since more than three years he has been occupied as a finance officer for 12 EU projects run by the of Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry project’s department.
The scope of these challenging projects was mainly focused on SME-s and their competitiveness. The EU funded programs that he managed and coordinated belonged to the IPA, Erasmus + & COSME sections.
Since September 2020, he has been contributing actively in the main youth program managed by Albanian EU Delegation’s office, Young European Ambassadors of Western Balkan.
He loves to be part and contribute to youth projects related to Integration of Western Balkans Youth with EU values and opportunities.
Ms. Nelitana Pacrami holds a degree in Finance and Accounting from the University of Shkodra. She launched her career with a big company like AlbTiefbau, where she learned a lot. And after that, again a big company like Fratelli Gruppomobili. She has almost 10 years of experience in the private sector in finance, accounting, and procurement, and now she is on board with RYCO to have a change in her career because it was the right time to expand her knowledge and to be part of an international organization.
Ms. Nelitana is an Albanian native speaker, fluent in English, and Italian, and also has a good understanding of Spanish and French.
She is very friendly and likes to meet new people, especially from different countries in order to know new cultures. ‘Always learning new things and spreading them to other people. Getting better, evolving together’ is her motto.
Anxhela Kokoshi is a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment, human rights, and strategic communications across the Western Balkans and Europe. With a strong legal background and extensive civil society experience, she focuses on amplifying youth voices in public policy and dialogue.
Currently serving as Communication and Visibility Assistant at the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO), Anxhela leads communication efforts that boost the impact of regional youth programs through tailored strategies, stakeholder engagement, and digital outreach. She has also shaped youth-led initiatives that promote civic participation and regional collaboration.
A passionate advocate for the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda, Anxhela has actively contributed to regional and international efforts promoting meaningful youth participation in peacebuilding and policymaking. As an expert within the Youth Voice Network of Organizations, she contributed to cross-sectoral strategies that elevate youth agency in peace and security dialogues. Her work in this space includes co-developing a Manifesto for International Solidarity at the UNOY cross-regional conference, collaborating with youth peacebuilders from Europe and the MENA region, and advocating for digital safety, strategic youth coalitions, and cross-border advocacy.
In addition to her role at New Vision Organisation, where she led European projects and served as the organization’s public voice, Anxhela has collaborated with several other national and international organizations, contributing to projects focused on youth participation, inclusion, and human rights.
Her broader portfolio includes leadership roles in Erasmus+ initiatives, refugee inclusion efforts with AIESEC Bologna, international conferences, and UN-supported human rights trainings.
Anxhela holds a Law degree from Luarasi University and a Master’s degree in Criminal Law from the University of Tirana. She brings clarity, creativity, and a strong commitment to youth-led change across all her work.
Founder of Sfera Studios, Co-Founder of a tech-oriented community, Marketing & Product Strategist, Epoka & Columbia University Alumni, and MIP Fellow. She is a strategic communications and international cooperation professional with over 5 years of experience in multilateral and private sector environments, specializing in peacebuilding, regional diplomacy, and stakeholder engagement across the Western Balkans.
Judoris has international experience in New York and within leading agencies like Ogilvy, alongside her regional role at RYCO where she leads and supports the implementation of communication campaigns for EU-funded local and regional initiatives, amplifying program impact and visibility.
As a co-founder, she has built communities, driven brand positioning, and explored emerging technologies. Her recent interest lies in the intersection of AI and marketing/communication, with a focus on making the creative process more efficient for companies.
Arber Toska has professional experience at some very important law firms in Albania such as Optima Legal and Financial and ADY Legal and Development, and later moved to the banking sector, more specifically, Fibank Albania, where he served as a specialist in the AML and Compliance Department. In addition to his legal skills, Mr. Toska benefits from an interesting versatility at international level, in particular due to the diversity of experiences and the plurality of languages he can express himself, all very valuable skills for a lawyer aiming to work in an international environment.
Arber Toska holds a Master’s degree in European and International Law from University Grenoble Alpes, France, he holds another Master’s degree in Human Rights from the same University after having been awarded for a scholarship of excellence by IDEX (scholarship awarded to foreign students for very high results) and a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Tirana, Faculty of Law.
The variety of fields of Law that he has studied, the numerous training attended in some of the most prestigious Universities in Europe such as Paris-Panthéon-Assas University, as well as his work experience, make him a person capable of intervening in various fields. As he points out: This would be the answer to my passion for knowledge.
Ms Bakuli holds a law degree from the Faculty of Law, University of Tirana. Since the beginning of her career, her professional development has been focused on the field of public procurement. She has worked in the public administration holding the status of a civil servant for more than twelve years.
Ms Bakuli has also been engaged as an external procurement expert for several institutions of the healthcare system as well as a short-term expert for international organizations in Albania such as UNICEF and WHO.
Her professional background includes a wide range of training activities on procurement management, prevention of conflict of interest and anti-corruption policies.
Ms. Ismaili has more than 22 years of longstanding experience in managing and leading projects in the area of EU Integration, Education, Social Inclusion, Employment in different Internatonal Organizations, such as: UNDP, UNOPS, USAID, CARE International, etc. She has also extensive experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of EU funded projects under the Result Oriented Monitoring (ROM) methodology and was engaged as regional expert for Western Balkans 6 to provide external assessment and feedback on the performance of different aid/development projects and programmes financed by European Commission (EC).
Ms. Ismaili holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Pedagogy from University of Skopje, and a Master’s Degree in Management of Human Resources from University of Tourism and Management, Skopje.
Sonila Sulaj (Neçaj) is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in finance, accounting, social business, and sustainable development. She holds a degree in Finance and Accounting and has pursued post-academic studies in the field of Social Business and Sustainable Development. With over 15 years of experience across various sectors in financial institutions, she has played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of development projects throughout Albania and the Balkan region.
Sonila is a certified expert recognized by CEFE International GmBH, specializing in counseling and training in the private sector, with a focus on strengthening startups to promote sustainable economic development. Additionally, she holds a certification as a PREMA Expert, specializing in Profitable Resource Efficient Management. This certification underscores her expertise in implementing integrated, efficient, and profitable resource management strategies within enterprises. Her work involves enhancing the capabilities of "change agents" within organizations to improve resource efficiency, productivity, and the overall competitiveness of business models. This, in turn, contributes to a circular, inclusive, and resilient economy.
As a Program Manager at Yunus Social Business Balkans, Sonila has been actively involved in various projects funded by EU Funds, GIZ, Swiss Contact, and other organizations. Her role encompasses overseeing the entire project management cycle, from financial reporting to sub-granting scheme processes. In addition to her professional engagements, Sonila has contributed her expertise to capacity-building initiatives for public administration employees at the Public Administration School of Albania, focusing on EU management and audit processes. She was appointed as a member of the Civil Servant Corps (TND).
Sonila Sulaj (Neçaj) believes in the constant evolution of individuals, emphasizing that personal development brings us closer to our goals. Her impressive track record in finance, sustainable development, and social business demonstrates her commitment to making a positive impact on society through her work and expertise.
Sanda Bajramovic is a Communication Expert with a broad experience in the communication field. She holds a bachelor’s degree and a degree of specialist in Journalism from the University of Montenegro, as well as a master’s degree in Advertising and Public Relations from Kookmin University, South Korea.
After several years in journalism, in 2014 Sanda started her career as Communication Officer-Media Advisor at the Cabinet of Minister of the Interior of Montenegro, where she carried out tasks related to external and internal communication of the Ministry, as well as planning, organizing and monitoring activities. She was a member of several working groups, including the group for the implementation of the Strategy for informing the public about Montenegro’s accession to the EU.
In 2017, she received a scholarship from the Indian Government, where she gained her diploma in Development Communication and Journalism, and in 2019 she was granted a scholarship from the Korean Government, where she gained her master’s degree.
She also has experience working for a prominent Public Relations Agency, part of the Represent Communication System and an affiliate of Weber Shandwick, dealing with communication and digital strategy development, as well as campaign and content writing.
She attended numerous trainings in the field of public relations, including strategic work with the media, crisis communication, anti-corruption campaigns, fighting disinformation and many others.
When she’s out of the office, you can find her in a yoga studio or in Korean language class.
Mr. Stefanovski possesses profound knowledge, skills and experience in financial management and grants management, which he has acquired while working for numerous organizations such as the International Rescue Committee (IRC), American Refugee Committee (ARC), American Bar Association CEELI, Center for Institutional Development - CIRa, We Effect Sweden and others, and implementing projects funded by the EU, USAID, SIDA, SDC and other local and international donors. His work experience also includes consultancy and training engagements in Financial Management, Strategic Planning, Project Cycle Management, Advocacy & Lobbying, Fundraising and Financial Sustainability, Human Resource Management, Leadership & Team Building.
Mr. Stefanovski holds a Master’s degree in MBA from the Faculty of Economics in Skopje and was also engaged as an Associate Lecturer of Finance Management for NGOs and Human Resource Development in the Civil Society Development Master Course at the South East European University, Macedonia. In addition, Mr. Stefanovski is an author of the Guidebook “Financial Literacy for Children and Youth” 2013.
Always in pursuit of better solutions, Mr. Stefanovski is an eager learner willing to think out of the box and offer new perspectives. As a key member of the RYCO Team, he is responsible for managing the organization’s finances and ensuring that its resources are used effectively to achieve its mission. With his combination of extensive financial expertise and sophisticated communication skills, Mr. Stefanovski is a valuable asset to our organization looking to improve its financial management practices and promote financial know-how among its stakeholders.
Mr. Stefanovski is a people’s person and likes to spend his leisure time socializing with other people and discovering new places. Reading and traveling are his favorite hobbies.