Prof. Ass. Dr. Sc. Naim Ismajli was born and currently resides in Shtime, where he has long been engaged in public, academic, and institutional life. In 1989, he graduated with a degree in Agricultural Engineering from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Prishtina. In 2008, he completed his Master’s studies in Management and Informatics at the Faculty of Economics, University of Prishtina (https://uni-pr.edu/). Later, in 2015, he defended his doctoral dissertation at the European University of Tirana on the topic: “Human Resources in Local Governance in Kosovo”, earning the title Doctor of Science in Economics, Management, and Informatics (https://uet.edu.al).
Prof. Ismajli has had a long career in the public-political sector and local governance. He served as Director for Agriculture in the Municipality of Shtime (2000–2001), then as Chief Executive Officer of the same municipality (2001–2007), and from 2007 until 2021 he was Mayor of Shtime. During his tenure, he oversaw administration and finances, implemented the legal acts of the municipal assembly, delegated responsibilities to directors, and coordinated strategic management of local and regional projects. Additionally, from 2012 to 2018, he served as President of the Association of Kosovo Municipalities, and in 2017 he was elected President of NALAS – the Network of Associations of Local Authorities of South-East Europe.
In the academic field, Prof. Ismajli has been a lecturer at AAB College since 2012, teaching Strategic Management and Human Resource Management at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. He has also lectured at the Public University “Ukshin Hoti” in Prizren. The subjects he has covered include: Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Leadership, Organizational Behavior, Public Finance, Career Development, International Management, and Marketing.
Prof. Ismajli is a public figure with extensive experience in managing public institutions and developing human capacities. He has strong proficiency in foreign languages – English, Serbian, and Croatian (B2 level) – and excellent skills in communication, negotiation, conflict management, organization, and decision-making. He also has advanced knowledge in computer programs such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and SPSS. He holds a Category B driving license and is well-known for his dedication and professionalism in all areas of his work. He is married and the father of three children.
Prof. Ismajli’s scientific contributions include numerous publications in indexed journals and international conferences. Selected works include:
2012 – Journal
Title: Impact of Civil Servant Salaries on the Performance of Local Public Administration in Kosovo
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2013 – Journal (Scopus)
Title: The Current Status and Challenges of Human Resource Developments in Kosovo
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2014 – Conference (Scopus)
Albena, Bulgaria – 14th SGEM GeoConference on Ecology, Economics, Education and Legislation
Title: Impact of Performance Assessment to Increase Service Quality in the Local Public Sector
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2014 – Conference
Title: Scientific Bulletin: Economic Research – Ulcinj: Center for Economic Research
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2015 – Journal
Title: Career Development and Advancement of Human Resources – How They Influence the Performance Qualities of Local Government Administration
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2015 – Journal
Title: Motivation Factors Impacting the Civil Servant Performance in Local Public Administration in Kosovo
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2015 – Journal
Title: The Importance of Motivation Factors on Employee Performance in Kosovo Municipalities
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2017 – Journal
Title: The Regional Economic Integration and Strategic Management of Comparative Advantages of Kosovo to the Neighbors Regarding the Energy Potential of the Country
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2018 – Conference
Title: The Role of Human Resources Motivation in the Development of Hotel Enterprises in the Ferizaj Region (Republic of Kosovo)
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2018 – Conference (Scopus)
Title: Strategic Management of Secondary Raw – Fly Ash Utilization in Road Construction
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2018 – Conference
Title: Social Owned Enterprises as a Tool in Green Economy Context
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DOI: 10.5593/sgem2018V/6.4/S09.061
2018 – Conference
Title: Software Project Management and Their Economic Evaluation in Terms of Enterprise Sustainability
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2018 – Conference
Title: Impact of Education on Overall Sustainable Development in Developing Countries
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DOI: 10.5593/sgemsocial2018/3.5/S13.048
2018 – Journal
Title: The Role of Human Resources Motivation in the Development of Hotel Enterprises in the Ferizaj Region (Republic of Kosovo)
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2022 – Journal (Scopus)
Title: Measuring the Perception of Quality Management in Primary Healthcare Services through the SERVQUAL Model
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2023 – Journal (Scopus)
Title: Regulation and Challenges of Youth Employment in the Developing Country
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2024 – Conference
The Eurasia Proceedings of Educational & Social Sciences (EPESS), 2024
Title: How Leadership and Behavior Impacts and Improves the Decision-Making in Organizations
2024 – Conference
EPSTEM, Vol. 28, September 2024
Title: Software Project Management and Their Economic Evaluation in Terms of Enterprise Sustainability
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DOI: 10.55549/epstem.1535078
2024 – Conference
Title: Economic Shocks and Recovery: The Impact of Global Crises on Kosovo’s GDP and Key Economic Indicators
XXII International Balkan and Near Eastern Congresses Series on Economics, Business and Management
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