EEA and Norway Grants
Konrad Konieczny is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program management, public relations, and tourism promotion. As a Country Officer at EEA and Norway Grants since September 2023, Konieczny oversees projects related to social dialogue and the Green Industry Innovation Programmes in Poland and Lithuania. Previously, Konieczny served as a Programme Officer at Innovation Norway, successfully managing projects across 13 countries and achieving a 100% success rate for the GII Programme in Poland. Prior roles include Country Manager for Tourism at the Norwegian Embassy in Poland, where Konieczny enhanced Norway's visibility as a tourist destination, and Senior Public Relations Consultant at Bank Millennium, where Konieczny implemented a pioneering CSR strategy. Educational qualifications include a Master's in Political Science from the University of Warsaw and a Postgraduate Degree in Social Sciences from the Graduate School for Social Research.
EEA and Norway Grants
Through the EEA and Norway Grants, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway help reduce economic and social disparities in Europe and strengthen cooperation with 15 EU member states. The EEA and Norway Grants are linked to the Agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA), making Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway partners in the internal market with the 27 EU member states. The EEA countries share common values and responsibility with other European countries to promote equality of opportunity, tolerance, security, environmental sustainability, and a decent living standard. Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein have allocated €2.8 billion 2014-2021 in the 2014-2021 funding period to fund projects that work towards a green, competitive and inclusive Europe.