Auleda's Team
Mirela Koci
Eexecutive Director
MIRELA KOÇI has completed her university studies at the Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Tirana. She holds the scientific degree “Doctor of Science” in advanced composite materials. She is currently completing the process of obtaining the academic title of Associate Professor. Since 2010, she has been leading the AULEDA Local Economic Development Agency, while also working as a Lecturer in the Department of Marine Engineering and Technologies, in the Faculty of Technical and Natural Sciences at “Ismail Qemali” University, Vlorë.
She has 23 years of experience in NGO civil society in the position of project coordinator and director. Since 2010, he has been leading the AULEDA Local Economic Development Agency. She was a member of the National Council of Civil Society for a period of two years.
She is a member of the Board of ILSLEDA – Network of Non-European Local Economic Development Agencies and Coordinator for Local Economic Development Agencies in the Western Balkan Countries.
Her professional experiences are related to the management of European projects, the drafting of strategic development plans, the drafting of sectoral and territorial economic studies, public procurement according to European Community standards, human resources management, the creation of partnerships at the national and international level, participation in international conferences as experts in discussion panels for sustainable tourism, creative industry, smart cities, innovation in education and economy, etc.
Dokleida Begotaraj
Financial Manager
Finance Manager with an academic background in Business Administration from the University of Vlora. She holds a Master’s degree in Finance and Banking from the University of Tirana and an MSc in International Relations from the University of Vlora.
She has solid experience in both the public and private sectors and is actively involved in the financial management of EU-funded projects, including budgeting, financial reporting, financial control, and compliance with EU rules and procedures.
Nikolla Pulla
Project Coordinator
Nikolla completed his studies at the University of Tirana, Bachelor in Political Science and Master in International Relations. After that, he followed a master’s degree in Public Policy and Human Resources at Masaryk University, Czech Republic.
His experience is extended to the private and public sector.
Nikolla is part of the team since 2019 in the position of Project Coordinator. He is responsible for writing, implementing, coordinating projects, also with an active contribution in the communication part.
Amarda Mema
Financer
Amarda is graduated from the University of Tirana (Albania) in the field of Finance – Accounting, achieving the title of financial qualification – accountant. Her professional interests focus on the economic field and her current projects include the financial management of EU funded projects.
She holds the title of Financier and has considerable experience in organizing seminars, various consultative meetings with stakeholder community groups.
Her previous experiences relate to financial institutions (banks and insurance companies). She has participated in various seminars and trainings.
Andi Andoni
Business consultant
Andi graduated in Finance at the “Ismail Qemali” University of Vlora, Bachelor’s level. He also holds a Master of Science Degree in Finance.
Previous work experiences are focused on business development, market analysis, sales expansion, marketing and accounting system.
The work experience as a credit analyst at the “Besa” Fund has created the opportunity to get to know the needs of individual and business customers for financial support and technical assistance in the preparation of business plans.
Marsida Nexhipi
Project Assistant
Tomor Agolli
Logistic Support
Tomor has been supporting the staff in the logistics department for more than 10 years.