Bojana Babunska
External Advisor To The CEO
Skopje,101
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven EU Law professional with over 15 years of experience spanning private sector energy compliance, governmental accession negotiations, and institutional management. Expertise in EU procedural and substantive law (Competition, Energy, Environmental Law), Rule of Law, and the EU accession process. Proven ability to provide high-level technical advisory, implement complex regulatory standards (including ESG/CSRD), and deliver specialized legal training. Holds a PhD in EU Law from Utrecht University and an LL.M. from the College of Europe, Bruges.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
External Advisor to the CEO
MAKPETROL AD Skopje
03.2021 - Current
- Directed compliance initiatives for Macedonian energy regulations, specifically focusing on the alignment of national law in the area of renewables with the evolving EU energy framework.
- Spearheaded the introduction and integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards within the corporation, ensuring proactive regulatory readiness for CSRD requirements.
- Produced comprehensive legal analyses and strategic reports for the CEO on critical compliance matters and regulatory changes.
Advisor for EU Accession
Foundation Open Society (for the Chief EU Technical Negotiator)
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided high-level expert support to the Chief EU Technical Negotiator, drafting opinions and analyses to support negotiation chapters and strategy development.
- Contributed directly to working groups preparing for the EU accession negotiations, ensuring the alignment of Macedonian rules and standards with the acquis communautaire.
- Monitored and reported on domestic reforms necessary to meet EU accession criteria.
General Secretary
Chamber of Enforcement Agents of the Republic of North Macedonia
08.2006 - 08.2012
- Managed the daily operations and administration of the Chamber, successfully implementing policies and decisions of the Governing Board.
- Organized and facilitated official sessions, General Assemblies, and high-level meetings with third-party organizations.
- Authored official reports, rules of procedure, and formal correspondence on behalf of the Chamber.
Lecturer in EU Law (Part-Time)
Academy for Training of Judges and Public Prosecutors
12.2008 - 01.2010
- Designed and Delivered specialized lectures in key areas of EU Law to future judicial personnel.
Executive Director
Bar Association of the Republic of North Macedonia
05.2006 - 03.2007
- Oversaw the administrative, operational, and financial management of the national Bar Association.
- Facilitated communication and cooperation between the association's leadership and its member base.
Legal Translator (Contract)
Various Legal Institutions/Projects
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Translated highly complex legal documents, specifically judgments delivered by the European Court of Justice (ECJ), from English, French, and Italian into Macedonian.
Project Assistant, Sector for European Integration
Ministry of Justice of the Republic of North Macedonia
11.2005 - 05.2006
- Supported core projects related to the harmonization of national legislation with the EU acquis.
- Contributed to the strategic planning and implementation of judicial reforms under the European Integration framework.
Assistant Professor (Part-Time)
South East European University (SEEU)
03.2004 - 09.2004
- Delivered academic instruction and supported coursework within the university's curriculum, leveraging recent post-graduate specialization.
Education
Ph.D. - EU Law
Utrecht University School of Law
Utrecht, Netherlands 04.2001 -
LL.M. - European Union Law
College of Europe - Bruges Campus
Bruges, Belgium01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Law
St Cyril And Methodius Faculty of Law
Skopje, North Macedoia 04.2001 -
Certified Project Manager Course - PMP Prep
Semos
Skopje11-2023
Skills
EU Law & Regulatory: EU Procedural Law, EU Substantive Law (Competition, Energy, Environment), Rule of Law, State Liability
Compliance & ESG: ESG Standards, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), EU Energy Acquis, Compliance Auditing
Governmental/Accession: EU Enlargement Process, Accession Negotiations, Legislative Harmonization, Judicial Reform
Professional: Critical thinking, Analysis & Problem-Solving, Strategic Reporting, Legal Drafting, Public Speaking & Lecturing
Organizational: Project Management, Institutional Administration, High-Level Stakeholder Management
Additional Information
- Nationality: Macedonian / Citizen of the Republic of North Macedonia
- Driving Licence: B Category.
Timeline
External Advisor to the CEO
MAKPETROL AD Skopje
03.2021 - Current
Advisor for EU Accession
Foundation Open Society (for the Chief EU Technical Negotiator)
03.2019 - 03.2020
Lecturer in EU Law (Part-Time)
Academy for Training of Judges and Public Prosecutors
12.2008 - 01.2010
General Secretary
Chamber of Enforcement Agents of the Republic of North Macedonia
08.2006 - 08.2012
Executive Director
Bar Association of the Republic of North Macedonia
05.2006 - 03.2007
Project Assistant, Sector for European Integration
Ministry of Justice of the Republic of North Macedonia
11.2005 - 05.2006
Legal Translator (Contract)
Various Legal Institutions/Projects
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Professor (Part-Time)
South East European University (SEEU)
03.2004 - 09.2004
Ph.D. - EU Law
Utrecht University School of Law
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Law
St Cyril And Methodius Faculty of Law
04.2001 -
LL.M. - European Union Law
College of Europe - Bruges Campus
Certified Project Manager Course - PMP Prep
Semos