Head of international Cooperation Department
Protection and Rescue Directorate
Skopje, North Macedonia
Valentina Atanasovska, Head of international cooperation Department in the Protection and Rescue Directorate of North Macedonia. Civil protection, DRM expert.
Protection and Rescue Directorate
Protection and Rescue Directorate
Authority/Government
Skopje, North Macedonia
*Personal Information*
Valentina Boyanova Atanasovska
“ASNOM” Blvd., 122/1-31, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
+38975457591 | +38971228277
valentina.atanasovska@dzs.gov.mk
Sex: Female
Date of Birth: 09/09/1966
Nationality: North Macedonian
*Work Experience*
Head of International Cooperation Department, Protection and Rescue Directorate, Skopje (2016-Present)
Responsible for:
- Bilateral and multilateral cooperation
- Drafting agreements and MoUs with various countries and organizations
- Coordinating international projects, including peer reviews and strategy development
- Development of the National Strategy for Protection and Rescue
- Participation in NATO Defense Capability Survey and bilateral training programs
- Liaising with EU delegations and other international bodies
- Implementation of foreign affairs regulations
- Approval of international training programs
- Other tasks assigned by leadership
Head of Regional Office, Protection and Rescue Directorate, Municipality of Kisela Voda (2007-2016)
Responsibilities:
- Coordination and supervision of regional activities
- Risk assessments and protection plans
- Crisis management committee member
- Participation in wildfire and flood operations
Head of Office of the Director, Protection and Rescue Directorate (2005-2007)
Duties included:
- Office supervision
- Coordination of official visits
- Cooperation with state organizations
- Organizing international cooperation activities
- Liaising with embassies
- Foreign affairs rules implementation
*Education and Training*
- Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Science, St. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje (1990-1994)
- Various courses and certifications in civil protection, disaster management, and international cooperation
*Skills*
- Fluent in Macedonian, proficient in English, Bulgarian, Serbian, and Greek
- Excellent communication, organizational, and managerial skills
- Proficient in Windows Office and internet environment
*Additional Information*
- Active participation in conferences, seminars, and training programs related to civil protection and disaster management
- Engaged in research activities and projects aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness and response capabilities
- Coordination roles in national and international initiatives, including EU-funded projects and bilateral cooperation programs
References available upon request.
My organisation
We are the Protection and Rescue Directorate, dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. Through our coordinated efforts and emergency response services, we strive to mitigate risks and provide swift assistance in times of crisis. Our team of trained professionals works tirelessly to protect lives, property, and the environment, making our organization a cornerstone of public safety in the region.
Additional questions
Call topics of interest
Expertise
Disaster emergency management, civil protection
Project management, planning, training , education, capacity development.
Head of international Cooperation Department at Protection and Rescue Directorate
Skopje, North Macedonia