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Enclosure to the application for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals for
master’s level studies in Sweden starting in the academic year 2024/2025
The form must be completed in English. Additional pages will not be considered. Referees must sign and stamp
the forms with the official organisation stamp, then convert them to PDF format.
LETTER OF REFERENCE FORM (Two pages maximum including this page)
FIRST NAME(S) of applicant (as written in the passport) Rashad
SURNAME(S) of applicant (as written in the passport) Naghizade
DATE OF BIRTH of applicant (YYYY-MM-DD) 1993-06-22
CITIZENSHIP of applicant Azerbaijan
FULL NAME of referee Andy Pidd
ORGANISATION/UNIVERSITY that the referee Worley Parsons
represents and the applicant works/worked or
studies/studied at
TITLE/POSITION of referee at the referring Lead Process
organisation/university Engineer/Engineering Manager
E-MAIL ADDRESS of referee (preferably work e-mail)
[email protected] TELEPHONE NUMBER of referee (with country code) +994555079768
What is the letter of reference based on: Employment
In what capacity do you know the applicant I was his
Supervisor/Manager
How long has the applicant been working/studying with you 2400 hours
at your organisation/university? Please specify number of
hours.
In your view, how would an SI scholarship for master’s studies in Sweden enhance the
applicant's capacity for professional and academic growth?
An SI scholarship for master's studies in Sweden would act as a transformative catalyst,
propelling the applicant into a realm of unparalleled opportunities for both professional and
academic advancement. Academically, Sweden's esteemed universities offer cutting-edge
research facilities and a dynamic learning environment, ensuring the acquisition of advanced
knowledge and skills. On the professional front, the scholarship provides a gateway to Sweden's
innovation-driven landscape, fostering connections with leading industry experts and exposing
the applicant to real-world applications of their academic pursuits. Financial support from the SI
scholarship alleviates the burden of economic constraints, allowing the applicant to fully
immerse themselves in their studies and research. This, coupled with Sweden's commitment to
diversity and inclusion, ensures a rich tapestry of experiences that will sharpen the applicant's
intercultural competencies—a vital asset in today's globalized professional landscape.
Swedish Institute, Virkesvägen 2, 120 30 Stockholm, Sweden
LETTER OF REFERENCE 2024/2025 2 (2)
Briefly comment on the applicant’s capacity to contribute to and/or drive social changes in
his/her context.
The applicant exhibits a remarkable capacity to drive social change within their context.
Their proactive engagement in community initiatives, demonstrated leadership in relevant
projects, and a keen understanding of societal challenges showcase a commitment to creating
meaningful impact. The applicant's innovative approach, coupled with a clear passion for
addressing social issues, positions them as a catalyst for positive change. Overall, the applicant
possesses a compelling capacity to contribute to and lead initiatives that will bring about
meaningful and lasting social changes in their context.
Assess the applicant's leadership potential and their ability to contribute to societal development
through qualities like networking, determination, analytical and critical thinking, and
communication. Please a give a concrete example.
The applicant demonstrates exceptional leadership potential and a robust ability to
contribute to societal development through a multifaceted skill set. Their adept networking skills
are evident in forging partnerships with local companies, where they effectively connected
disparate stakeholders to amplify the impact of a community development initiative. Moreover,
the applicant's determination shines through overcoming obstacles in dangerous project designs
to environment and society, showcasing resilience and a tenacious drive to achieve societal goals
despite challenges. This quality, coupled with analytical and critical thinking prowess, is
exemplified in their environmentally safe and no damage to human life illustrating a strategic
approach to problem solving. The applicant's communication skills are a standout feature, as
witnessed in HAZOP and LOPA meeting, where they effectively conveyed complex ideas to
diverse audiences, fostering understanding and garnering support for initiatives aimed at societal
betterment.
In summary, their networking finesse, determination, analytical thinking, and articulate
communication exemplify the applicant’s leadership potential.
Additional remarks (optional)
I hereby declare that I wrote the letter of reference on behalf of the referring organisation. The information I provide is
based on facts and my observations about the applicant’s qualities and performance.
Date and place (city, country) Signature of referee Official stamp of the referred organisation
2024-01-12 Baku, Azerbaijan
Swedish Institute, Virkesvägen 2, 120 30 Stockholm, Sweden
