Alexander Jishkariani holds a BA in Economics (Tbilisi State University) and an MA degree in Public Administration (GIPA).

Prior to joining CRRC as a Junior Fellow, Alexander participated in a number of research projects and programs. He has worked on designing a policy paper in framework of GFSIS’s project “Capacity Building for Georgian Leadership” from 2011-2012. The paper explored NGO cooperation perspectives with state and private sectors. Alexander also worked as a development project officer and logistics officer at British Council and the British Embassy.

Alexander’s main research interests relate to civil society, youth development and sports.