Менеджер проектов

More than 12 years of progressive substantive work experience in project management and fundraising;

Spearheaded a regional project funded by the US Department of State and implemented in Central Asia, as a project director.

• Being a meticulous and dedicated project manager/project director with 12+ years of experience, working closely with project teams both locally and globally to maintain the continuous knowledge of the project status to identify potential challenges & opportunities within and/or related to the project;
• Being an expert in setting up deadlines, disbursement of tasks, and involving new members amongst those working in the office and remotely, as well as new volunteers and interns;
• An enthusiastic professional fundraiser with 12+ years of experience in drafting and submitting project/grаntproposals in English and Russian languages to eventually secure funding (successfully secured funding from the World Bank / UNDP and IOM/ EBRD/ etc.)
• Passionate about being a person who makes a difference in fostering women’s economic empowerment and tackling big world-scale challenges related to climate change, gender inequality, poverty, human rights violations, and child abuse.

Project management
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope and budget;
• Successfully manage $300 thousand budget projects and successfully achieve project goals;
• Encourage a team culture of learning, creativity, and innovation (updаtеand review a database of lessons learned);
• Monitor and evaluate projects against specific criteria to fill in project indicator tables as well as utilize various tools to structure and visualize information properly;
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports, including budget trackers and project performance indicators;
• Report regularly to donors and the project steering committee;
• Communicate challenges and progress to upper management via engaging and artful presentations;
• Maintain project databases, ensure information is up to date and secure;
• Manage programs of international organizations (LogFrame, Smartsheet);
• Conduct Assessments of CSOs and prepare Reports (consultancy for the 3rd sector);

Fundraising
• Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are interested in gift-giving;
• Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors;
• Draft and submit Technical and Financial proposals (including extensive experience with the LogFrame approach and such platforms as QUANTUM, Vendor Kiosk Portal, SAMS Domestic, etc.);
• Facilitate mutually beneficial partnerships with prime bidders and prospective subcontractors, as well as bring in new experts amongst those available locally and internationally;
• Strategize and successfully execute fundraising campaigns;
• Organize fundraising events while overseeing teams of volunteers.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
Business development
• Tech-savvy and strategic networking and communications leader possessing exceptional writing and editing skills;
• Analyze and then effectively strategize regarding business goals, deadlines, schedules, budgets, needed resources, and team member coordination;
• Facilitate mutually beneficial business partnerships both locally and internationally;
• Facilitate partnerships with foreign companies, initiating the implementation of new projects with a focus on the USA/ Europe/ Southeast Asia and Central Asia, and beyond;

Stakeholder engagement & Events management
• Maintain an open and constructive dialogue with stakeholders, government agencies, NGOs, and the media through official letters, emails, and telephone calls;
• Coordinate efficient communication of the team with stakeholders through official letters, emails, and phone calls;
• Organize or support the organization of various program events, including but not limited to
meetings, round tables, workshops, and training, as well as follow-up with local authorities;
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive partner engagement database;

Administrative assistance
• Provide administrative and clerical support, including facilitating interdepartmental communication, managing schedules, and maintaining a digital filing system;
• Provide translation/interpretation support (English into Russian and vice versa; written, consecutive, and simultaneous);
• Accurately book rooms for guests, including those with special accommodations;
• Problem-solving in person and via telephone, and maintaining a positive and friendly atmosphere throughout interactions;
• Perform administrative tasks including billing and record-keeping;

• Stress-resistant, flexible, and versatile - able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure;
• A team player, able to work both with local and global teams, as well as work with people with special needs;
• Demonstrate culture, gender, religion, race, nationality, age sensitivity, and adaptability.

Key skills include the following:
 Leadership
 Delegation
 Organization
 Public Speaking
 Project Management
 Problem-Solving
 Conflict Resolution
 Planning

Computer skills
Windows/ Mac OS/ Linux
• Adobe Photoshop /CorelDraw, as well as Canva, Freepik, etc;
• Adobe Premiere Pro / AfterEffects, as well as CapCut, etc.;
• WordPress, Bitrix, Joomla, and other CMS;

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Access/ MS Office 365, Google Docs);
• BaseCamp, Trello, ClickUp, #Slack, etc;
• Zoom, MS Teams, Google Meet, WebEX, etc;
• Social networking services - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.;
• Internet and Email;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I am an easy-going person. For more than three years, I have been fond of dancing the bachata, salsa, kizomba, and tango. I also enjoy traveling and cycling, playing chess, and reading.