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Israyil Isgandarov

Executive Director

Assoc. prof. Israyil Isgandarov, one of the co-founders of “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union since 1997, serves as Executive Director. He leads the organization’s strategic development and defines its operational directions. He has played a key role in implementing significant initiatives in areas such as community development, social welfare enhancement, poverty reduction, education, empowerment of women and youth, and the strengthening of civil society. He also oversees the establishment of local and international partnerships and ensures the successful implementation of projects. He has broad experience in management and pedagogy across governmental and educational institutions.

Rasim Guliyev

Program Director

Rasim Guliyev, one of the co-founders of “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union since 1997, serves as the Program Director. He leads the strategic management of the organization’s programs and contributes to setting its operational directions. Mr. Guliyev oversees the planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects in community development, social welfare, economic empowerment of internally displaced persons (IDPs), and civil society strengthening. He is also a professional consultant and trainer in strategic planning, program design, and evaluation.

Ramiz Aliyev

Finance Manager

Since 2003, Ramiz Aliyev has served as the Finance Manager of “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union. He is responsible for the organization’s financial management and ensures that resources are managed transparently and accountably. He has extensive professional experience in budget preparation and execution, coordination of financial reporting with tax authorities and donors, monitoring of project expenditures, auditing, and the implementation of internal control mechanisms. Ramiz Aliyev holds a higher education degree in accounting and economics from Saint Petersburg State University of Economics.

Elishan Askerov

Procurement Manager

Elishan Askerov has been working at “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union since 2001. Over the years, he has held key roles as Distribution Manager and Logistics Manager, and currently serves as the organization’s Procurement Manager. His core responsibilities include procuring essential materials for projects, identifying technical and material needs, participating in tender and purchasing processes, and ensuring the logistical support of regional offices and organizational events. His broad experience across various operational areas and strong organizational skills make him a valuable member of our team.

Aflatun Verdiyev

Regional Coordinator

Aflatun Verdiyev has played leading roles in various projects and initiatives at “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union since 2006. He currently serves as the organization's Regional Coordinator. Throughout his career, he has made valuable contributions in the areas of project management, community development, social research, vocational training, youth economic empowerment, local governance, and public health awareness. He has rich regional experience in coordinating and implementing development projects across more than 200 communities in 30 districts, covering 6 economic-geographical regions of Azerbaijan.

Aynur Taghiyeva

Research and Development Manager

Aynur Taghiyeva has been working at “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union since 2014. As Research and Development Manager, she actively contributes to the preparation of project proposals, development of donor applications, drafting of reports, translation and editing of internal documents, effective communication with partners, and development of methodological materials. She manages the organization’s information flow, oversees digital platforms, ensures international presence, and supports project visibility through press releases.

Sardar Huseynov

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Sərdar Huseynov has been working as Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist at “Umid” Suport to Social Development Public Union since 2024. He has also led the implementation, and analysis of M&E components in various projects carried out by the organization over different periods. As an independent expert, he has collaborated with international organizations such as UNDP, WHO, UNICEF, EU, WB, and others. He has also served as a key specialist in M&E systems, data collection, and social impact assessments in projects supported by the State Committee for Family, Women and Children Affairs, MLSP, SEA and AARA.

Khayala Isgandarova

Specialist in Accounting and Office Administration

Since 2022, Khayala Isgandarova has been working as a specialist in accounting and office administration at the “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union. She also serves as an assistant to the Finance Manager, contributing to the preparation of financial reports, payroll and contract documentation, tax filings, and monitoring of project expenditures. Previously, from 2014 to 2016, she worked as a monitoring assistant within the Azerbaijan Rural Investment Project, where she gained experience in preparing surveys and reporting results for project evaluation.

Nizami Musayev

Water and Agriculture Specialist

With over 40 years of experience in agriculture and water supply, Nizami Musayev currently serves as a Water and Agriculture Specialist at “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union. He has also contributed to various agricultural projects implemented by the organization over the years. Nizami Musayev has acted as a national consultant, trainer, module author, and expert in agriculture for projects supported by international organizations such as FAO, UNDP, EU, and others. He has extensive experience in economic development planning, innovative advisory services, participatory rural assessments, and support to IDPs.

Chimnaz Huseynova

Community Mobilization Specialist

Since 2023, Chimnaz Huseynova has been working as a Community Mobilization Specialist at “Umid” Support to Social Development Public Union. She is involved in project management through collaboration with communities and local authorities, conducting community assessments, organizing surveys, preparing documentation, establishing CDCs, training their members, and overseeing the implementation of micro-projects. In previous years, she played a key role in supporting IDP and vulnerable communities, working as a social expert and mobilizer in projects supported by UNHCR, SOS Children’s Villages, and EU.