Besnike Koçani is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, working with governmental institutions (MESPI, ISP, MRD, MCYS, and other related ministries and agencies), international organizations (SDC, UNDP, GTZ, UN-Habitat, UNKT), and civil society organizations (KCSF, IKS, GLPS, and other NGOs). She has served in various roles, including Spatial/Urban Planning Advisor, Researcher, National Consultant, Local Expert, Project/Task Manager, and Team Leader. Ms. Koçani holds a master’s degree in European Spatial Planning and Regional Development from Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH) in Karlskrona, Sweden, and additional credentials from the Faculty of Architecture and the European Integration School in Prishtinë. Throughout her career, Ms. Koçani has provided technical advisory services to Kosovo’s central and local institutions, ministries, national agencies, municipalities, and civil society organizations. Her expertise spans spatial, regional, urban, and environmental planning, social housing, cultural heritage, and civil society development, including citizens’ and NGOs’ involvement in planning processes. She has been instrumental in formulating, implementing, and monitoring spatial planning and capital investment projects, programmatic documents, policies, legislation, and research papers. Additionally, Ms. Koçani has coordinated and supervised spatial planning and housing teams in several municipalities and ministries, managing project cycles, including recruitment and contribution agreements. She has also organized various public participation events and developed data processes, legal documents, policy papers, and outreach materials, promoting inclusive and sustainable development in Kosovo.
