Albert Hani
Mr. Albert Hani was appointed Director of the Regional Anti-Corruption Initiative (RAI) Secretariat at the 45th RAI Steering Group Meeting. He brings over two decades of experience in regional cooperation, good governance, and institutional reform, with a strong foundation in anti-corruption, peacebuilding, and rule of law.
Before joining RAI, Mr. Hani served as the Secretary General of the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO), where he led high-level initiatives to strengthen reconciliation and cooperation in the Western Balkans. Prior to that, he headed RYCO’s Local
Branch Office in Skopje, North Macedonia, while also lecturing on intercultural communication at the State University of Tetovo.
Mr. Hani has been engaged in peacebuilding efforts with international organizations since 1998 and has been active in human rights and civil society work since 1994. His career spans mediation, policy reform, youth empowerment, and stakeholder engagement at both grassroots and governmental levels. He has also actively contributed to the Berlin Process, advocating for enhanced transparency, regional collaboration, and the inclusion of RAI in key regional forums.
He holds academic degrees in International Law, Human Resources Management, and International Relations & History, and has pursued postgraduate studies in gender and politics. He is the author and co-author of numerous mediation and education manuals for teachers, municipal councils, and youth trainers, and has published extensively on topics related to governance and social development. He is also the developer of a widely used dialogue and team-building tool tailored for various target groups.
Fluent in several regional languages, including English, Albanian, Macedonian, Serbian, and Turkish, Mr. Hani is recognized for his ability to navigate diverse cultural and political landscapes. He brings strategic vision and a deep commitment to public sector integrity to his leadership of the RAI Secretariat.
Contact Email: albert.hani@rai-see.org
Responsibilities of RAI Secretariat Director
The Director provides leadership and sets the direction of RAI Secretariat’s strategic and policy development. The incumbent represents the Secretariat and promotes the achievements of RAI and its member countries. They have the executive authority for Secretariat’s operations and programmes. The incumbent is a core member of the Secretariat and reports to and maintains open communication with RAI Steering Group and the Chair. Full Terms of Reference available in Annex 4 of RAI Rules of Procedure.
Former Heads of Secretariat:
2021-2025: Desislava Gotskova
2017-2021: Vladan Joksimovic
2013-2016: Radu Cotici