TEAM JAA

Our strength lies in our dedicated and passionate team. Each member brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and knowledge that advance our mission. Together, we are committed to empowering Albania’s youth, equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the future.

From program coordinators to administrative staff, each individual plays a crucial role in shaping the educational journey of our students. Their unwavering commitment ensures that we continue to have a lasting impact on the lives of young Albanians.

**Blerina Guga**
**Executive Director**
Blerina Guga has 19 years of experience in the civil society organizations and public administration sector in the country, with a focus on research, training and development of modules and trainings. She is an experienced trainer in strategic planning, organizational development, leadership and personal growth, critical thinking, public speaking and debate, fundraising and partnerships, and project monitoring and evaluation. Blerina graduated from the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Tirana, Department of Philosophy and Sociology. She graduated as an alumna of the Albanian School of Political Studies in 2019. Blerina joined the JAA team in April 2019 as Education Program Manager, and since January 1, 2021 has been mandated by the JAA Board of Directors, as Acting Executive Director.

**Alma Avram**
**Finance and HR Manager**
Alma has over 15 years of experience in Finance and Accounting in international and local companies. A graduate of the University of Tirana, Department of Finance and Accounting, Alma joined JAA in September 2015.

**Nilbert Jani**
**Office and Procurement Manager**
Nilbert Jani has a long experience of 28 years in finance and office management. Nilbert has worked on projects of important international organizations and public institutions. She graduated from the University of Tirana, Faculty of Economics and Finance. Nilbert has been part of the JAA team since October 2012.

**Manola Bele**
**Training and Accreditation manager**
Manola Bele has 15 years of experience in the Albanian banking sector and international organizations in the country. She graduated from the “Aristotle” University of Thessaloniki and holds a Master’s degree in “Banking and Finance”. Since 2018, Manola is a lecturer at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Tirana for Entrepreneurship and Business and Communication. Manola joined the JAA team in December 2015

**Denis Alizoti**
**High School Coordinator**

Suela Kapllani

Digital Transformation & Project Coordinator

Suela is a Project Coordinator at Junior Achievement Albania, where she supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of youth education and entrepreneurship projects. She works closely with beneficiaries and implementing partners, and populates and maintains the JAA LMS platform in collaboration with the Program Manager and the international JA network.

Alket Çaushi

Project Coordinator & Finance Associate
Alket is a Project Coordinator & Finance Associate at Junior Achievement of Albania, where he combines project management with financial oversight to support educational programs. He guides projects from planning through follow-up, monitors budgets, verifies expenses, and keeps documentation accurate. Working closely with key stakeholders on procurement and payments, he helps ensure every project runs smoothly.

Fatjon Zajmi

Koordinator Logjistike