Thousands of Officials, Lasting Impact
Over a quarter-century, the CEF has – through learning and knowledge sharing – supported thousands of public officials, strengthened institutions, and contributed to the social and economic development of the region.
Shanoela Berisha reflects on her experience within the WeCoach component of the EU-funded “WeLead: EU Scheme for Young Professionals in the Western Balkans” project. In her reflection, she shares how the coaching process supported her during an important period of professional transition, helping her gain greater…
All Voices from the RegionIn this interview, Anna Blackman reflects on the long-standing partnership between the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) and the CEF, which has been strengthening public financial management capacities across South East Europe for more than two decades. The conversation highlights the…
All Voices from PartnersThis reflection was prepared by Albulena Nahi, who works at the Ministry of Finance, Labor and Transfers in Kosovo, capturing her experience in the Managing Forensic Assignments in the Public Sector Certification Program. Delivered in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)…
All Voices from the RegionAs Europe accelerates financial integration and digital transformation, central banks are navigating an increasingly complex environment shaped by technological change, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving monetary structures. In this joint interview for the CEF, Irena Radović, Governor of the Central Bank of…
All Voices from PartnersAs part of the EU-funded “WeLead: EU Scheme for Young Professionals in the Western Balkans” (WeLead) project, Enea Caushaj from the Albanian Seized and Confiscated Asset Administration Agency participated in the WeCoach component, engaging in a structured coaching process that provided space for reflection, growth,…
All Voices from the RegionMerdža Plahonjić Handalić, Associate Professor at the University of Sarajevo, shares her reflections on the CEF’s role in strengthening public sector reforms and regional cooperation. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in EU integration, fiscal policy, and public internal financial control systems,…
All Voices from PartnersAs part of the EU-funded “WeLead: EU Scheme for Young Professionals in the Western Balkans” (WeLead) project, Aleksandra Baklaja from the Serbian Ministry of European Integration took part in a transformative coaching journey that provided a meaningful space for reflection, growth, and self-discovery. Her reflection…
All Voices from the RegionAs governments increasingly explore new technologies, digital tools, and collaborative approaches to improve governance, the OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation (OPSI) helps identify emerging trends and strengthen the capacity of public institutions to innovate. In this interview, Angela Hanson from OECD…
All Voices from PartnersAs part of the EU-funded “WeLead: EU Scheme for Young Professionals in the Western Balkans” (WeLead) project, Stefan Dimanovski from the Financial Police Office in North Macedonia engaged in a coaching journey that provided valuable space for reflection, growth, and self-discovery. This reflection captures how…
All Voices from the RegionAs EU enlargement countries advance on their reform path, operational conclusions on public financial management (PFM) and public administration reform (PAR) must translate into tangible institutional change. The SIGMA Programme - a joint initiative of the OECD and the European Union, principally financed by the…
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