Bojan Kolundzija
Bojan Kolundzija is an international development leader with 20+ years’ experience designing and delivering high-impact, system-level programmes across the Middle East, South and Central Asia, East and Central Africa, the South Caucasus and the Balkans. He currently serves as Country Manager and Team Leader for Helvetas in Moldova, leading OPTIM (Opportunities through Technologies and Innovation) to strengthen market systems, accelerate digital transformation, boost agri-food competitiveness and expand access to finance for SMEs. Bojan’s work blends rigorous, evidence-based analysis with pragmatic execution—shaping policy through public–private dialogue, building high-performing local teams, and forging partnerships with government, institutional donors, UN agencies, IFIs, foundations and the private sector.
Bojan holds a degree in sociology and is a Certified Expert in ESG & Impact Investing. He has completed extensive trainings in business management, market system development, women’s empowerment and human rights. Beyond work, he is a proud husband and father.