Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration. Financial and legal professional with more than 25 years of experience in financial management, banking, public administration, legal affairs, investment and international economic cooperation.

Professional experience includes senior positions with the National Bank of Ukraine, State Treasury of Ukraine, Ukrgasbank, JSC Agrarian Fund and Odesa Regional State Administration, as well as advisory work within the Secretariat of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.

Since February 2025, professional activities have also included investment development and transnational economic cooperation in the biobanking and life sciences sector through the Biobank Cluster Balkan-Eastern Europe. Current work combines experience in finance, law, public administration and international cooperation with biobanking, biomedical research, healthcare and life sciences projects, particularly investment development, strategic partnerships and regulatory and economic assessment.

CORE AREAS OF EXPERIENCE

·  Financial management and financial institutions

·  Foreign economic activity and international cooperation

·  Banking and financial-sector regulation

·  European integration

·  Public financial administration

·  Biobanking and life sciences investment development

·  Investment development and financial planning

·  Transnational biobank cooperation

·  Financial and investment risk assessment

·  Strategic partnerships and institutional cooperation

·  Legal and regulatory analysis

·  Digital economy and artificial intelligence policy

·  Public administration and government relations

·  Financial and regulatory aspects of technology projects

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Biobank Cluster Balkan-Eastern Europe

Head of Investment and Transnational Economic Cooperation Department

Graz, Austria  |  February 2025 – Present

·   Responsible for investment development and transnational economic cooperation activities within the Biobank Cluster.

·   Develop and assess investment strategies and funding opportunities related to biobanking and life sciences projects; identify potential investors, financial partners and institutional cooperation opportunities.

·   Support international partnerships among biobanks, research institutions, healthcare organizations and other stakeholders, including cross-border cooperation across Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe.

·   Assess financial, economic and regulatory aspects of prospective international projects and contribute to business and commercialization models for biobanking and life sciences activities.

·   Participate in negotiations and discussions with investors, financial institutions, research organizations and other international partners; represent the organization at relevant investment, healthcare, biotechnology and international cooperation forums.

·   Coordinate financial, legal, institutional and other non-scientific aspects of multidisciplinary projects.

Professional focus since 2025: applying financial, legal, investment and international cooperation experience to the biobanking and life sciences sector. 

Odesa Regional State Administration

Director, Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Tourism

Odesa, Ukraine  |  August 2023 – February 2025

·   Directed the activities of the regional department and managed implementation of regional programs and administrative activities.

·   Ensured compliance with applicable legislation and public administration requirements.

·   Coordinated interaction with governmental, municipal and institutional stakeholders.

Independent Financial & Legal Advisor

Independent Advisor

Ukraine  |  January 2019 – July 2023

·   Provided financial and legal advisory services to private and institutional clients.

·   Analysed financial positions, investment opportunities and business risks; developed financial planning and risk-mitigation approaches.

·   Advised on legal and regulatory matters affecting business and investment activities.

JSC Agrarian Fund

Chief Executive Officer

Odesa, Ukraine  |  September 2016 – November 2018

·   Directed a state-owned financial and commercial organization and implemented strategic programs established by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.

·   Oversaw wholesale export operations involving wheat and flour.

·   Managed financial, operational and commercial activities and coordinated relations with government authorities, financial institutions and business partners.

Secretariat of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine

Advisor to a Member of Parliament

Kyiv, Ukraine  |  February 2015 – September 2016

·   Provided legal and economic analysis of draft legislation and public policy matters.

·   Participated in preparation and analysis of legislative initiatives, including work concerning electronic commerce and bankruptcy procedures.

·   Supported interaction with government institutions and relevant stakeholders.

National Bank of Ukraine

Head of Odesa Regional Branch

Odesa, Ukraine  |  May 2012 – October 2014

·   Directed the activities of the regional branch and supervised implementation of monetary and financial-sector policies within the region.

·   Coordinated interaction with commercial banks and financial institutions.

·   Contributed to development of the regional financial sector and investor protection; ensured compliance with banking regulations and requirements.

State Treasury of Ukraine

Head of Odesa Regional Branch

Odesa, Ukraine  |  August 2008 – April 2011

·   Directed regional treasury operations and supervised budget execution and financial reporting.

·   Ensured implementation of national financial policies and applicable regulations.

·   Coordinated relations with government authorities and public-sector organizations.

JSC Ukrgasbank

Head of Financial Monitoring and Security Department

Odesa, Ukraine  |  October 2005 – August 2008

·   Managed financial monitoring and security functions and ensured compliance with anti-money laundering and anti-fraud requirements.

·   Conducted financial risk and borrower creditworthiness assessments and monitored financial operations for regulatory compliance.

Odesa Regional State Administration

Head of Legal Department, Foreign Economic Activities & European Integration

Odesa, Ukraine  |  July 2003 – September 2005

·   Provided legal support for foreign economic activities and investment matters; advised on issues involving foreign investors and public authorities.

·   Supported foreign investment registration procedures and managed legal matters involving governmental authorities and international investors.

·   Participated in regional European integration activities.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration

Institute of Public Service and Administration, Odesa Polytechnic National University  |  2022 – 2026

Master’s Degree in Public Administration & Economics

Odesa Regional Institute of Public Administration under the President of Ukraine  |  2009 – 2012

Master’s Degree in Economic Management

Odesa Regional Institute of Public Administration under the President of Ukraine  |  2007 – 2009

Master’s Degree in Law

Odesa State Maritime Academy  |  1997 – 2002

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

·   Chairperson of the Professional State Attestation Commission for Master’s Degree defenses in Public Administration, 2023.

·   Lecturer and mentor in Public Administration and Economic Governance.

·   Author and co-author of publications concerning public administration, economic security, anti-corruption policy, digital economy, artificial intelligence, regional development and international cooperation.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

1. Burdeinyi O. & Karpenko L. (2025). State policy to provide potential areas of smart specialization for regions: pragmatics of implementation. Scientific Perspectives, 1(55), 307–321.

2. Burdeinyi O. & Karpenko L. (2025). Practice of application of international standards and criteria for assessing social responsibility of business. Successes and Achievements in Science, No. 2(12), 603–617.

3. Burdeinyi O. & Karpenko L. (2023). International Retrospective of the Anti-Corruption Standards Development in the Economic Security System of Ukraine. Journal of Public Policy and Administration, Vol. 7, No. 1, 18–24.

4. Burdeinyi O. & Karpenko L. (2023). Anti-corruption policy of Ukraine in the conditions of the formation of the digital economy: regulatory aspect. Scientific Perspectives, No. 10(40), 14–33.

5. Burdeinyi O. & Izha M. (2023). Modern state strategies for the development of artificial intelligence: international practice.

6. Burdeinyi O. & Popovych D. (2023). Global challenges of modern time on the functioning process of transborder cooperation in the country’s economic security system.

7. Burdeinyi O. et al. (2024). Modelling Investment Determinants of Territorial Development: Imperatives of Adaptation to World Market Conditions. Monograph, Odesa Polytechnic National University.

8. Burdeinyi O. & Oleksandr S. (2015). Essays on the History of the Odessa Treasury.

HONORS AND RECOGNITION

·   Badge of Merit for Contributions to Tax Administration, State Tax Service of Ukraine, June 2009.

·   Certificate of Excellence, Odesa Regional State Administration, October 2004.

·   Honorary Certificate for contribution to strengthening the legal foundations of statehood and improving organizational and legal support, October 2004.

·   Personal Gratitude from the President of the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine for contribution to the development of the Olympic movement, March 2024.

·   Personal Gratitude from the Minister of Youth and Sports of Ukraine for contribution to the development of physical culture and sports, May 2024.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

Taekwondo Federation GTF Ukraine  |  Vice President, Public Relations  |  Present

TECHNICAL AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS

SAP  •  Financial analysis  •  Financial modelling  •  Regulatory and legal analysis  •  Public policy analysis  •  Digital economy and AI policy