I am Project officer at the EU Delegation in Malawi in charge of Secondary Education and Technical Vocational Education and Training.
Expert in Life Long Learning and vocational education and training (VET) issues, both at operational and policy level.
Good understanding of cultural and socio-economic differences in approaching in learning and training systems at International level. (EU, North Africa, Middle East and Eastern Europe countries)
Experience with project management, consultancy and networking at International level.
Since 2010 employed at the ETF. (www.etf.europa.eu) and worked at INTPA from 2019 until 2021
Nishant Malhotra is the visionary behind "The middle Road," a groundbreaking for-profit social impact platform, where he serves as the Solo Founder and CEO. Nishant Malhotra, a luminary in the realm of social impact, channels his passion for global change through innovative EdTech and media solutions in his startup, "The middle Road." This unique platform seamlessly integrates media and EdTech, delivering accessible, top-tier higher education in the fields of social impact, especially international development and the financial services sector. Before his current role, Nishant wore many professional hats. With a wealth of experience acquired from diverse roles within the financial services sector, Nishant holds prestigious degrees in public and business administration from renowned global institutions. His work experience includes a diverse range of roles within the private banking and wealth management sector, including a leadership role as the head of domestic financial advisory private banking at a leading private bank in India. He also briefly taught as a visiting professor at multiple business schools in India and worked in the technology sector. In addition to his professional work, Nishant volunteered as a teacher in a visually impaired school in Pune, India.
Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, he is a fervent fitness enthusiast, a speaker par excellence, an ardent reader, a dedicated researcher, an educator, a prolific writer, a consultant, and a captivating podcast host. Nishant's unwavering dedication to making a positive social impact on a global scale has earned him the esteemed Indian Achievers Award. Furthermore, "The middle Road" was recognized as one of the top 11 civic tech startups in India in 2022 by Best Startup India, a top 35 social impact startup in India by Startup Pill in 2021. Nishant Malhotra holds a master's degree in public administration from the Gerald R Ford School of Public Policy, University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, as well as MBAs from China Europe International Business School in Shanghai, China, and Symbiosis Institute of Business Management in Pune, India. His educational journey began with a bachelor's degree in electronics engineering from Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune University, India.
I am Consultant Prof. Dr. Eng. Adel A. Elbaset, a professor of Electrical Power Engineering with more than 30 years of academic, research, and consulting experience. I currently serve as Vice‑Dean for Student Affairs and previously headed the Electromechanics Department at Heliopolis University, alongside a long career at Minia University as Professor of Electrical Engineering. My work spans teaching, research, laboratory accreditation, and leadership in engineering education.
I am a certified consultant in Renewable Energy Systems, Quality Management Systems, and Electrical Installations, with extensive experience as a Technical Assessor for the Egyptian Accreditation Council (EGAC) on ISO/IEC 17025, conducting audits and evaluations for laboratories, universities, and industrial organizations. I have supported numerous institutions in achieving accreditation and building robust quality systems.
Internationally, I served as an External Evaluator for the European Commission (EACEA) – ERASMUS 2027 programme, and as a reviewer for research and innovation grants in the Gulf region. My academic journey includes post‑doctoral research and visiting professorships in Japan, focusing on frontier technologies in renewable energy and intelligent control.
My research contributions include 90+ publications, several books with Springer and CRC Press, and decades of supervision of MSc and PhD theses in PV systems, wind energy, microgrids, modelling, and power electronics. I have presented at more than 20 international conferences, and delivered thousands of training hours in renewable energy, AI applications, ISO systems, and power system engineering.
I am passionate about connecting academia with industry through impactful engineering solutions—particularly in solar and wind system design, power quality, smart grids, and hybrid renewable systems—and about mentoring the next generation of engineers and researchers
I work on financing for education in DG INTPA, Unit G3. My previous experience includes work on educaiton, as well as economic and digital policy files at the European Parliament, internaitonal trade, financial and budgetary policy at the UK Mission to the EU, and on entrepreneurship education, support for businesses and policies for sustainability at DG GROW.
Fiorina Mugione is a highly accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in development cooperation. Her previous role as Chief of Entrepreneurship at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development involved policy advice, training, mentorship, and coaching to entrepreneurs, women leaders, and young diplomats. In addition to her coaching and consulting work at GDSI and other firms, Fiorina is a Board of the Organisation of of Women in International Trade (OWIT) working on women's economic empowerment. As a Board Member of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), focusing on education and entrepreneurship, she actively supports initiatives that empower individuals and communities. Furthermore, as a Board member of Accelerate Africa, she plays a strategic role in driving the organization's mission of fostering economic growth and development in Africa. She also regularly work as expert advisor and Master Coach. She currently serves as an Ambassador for the European Union Capacity4Development program, where she contributes to promoting sustainable development through capacity building.
