Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 15+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Program manager
SeaLink International
08.2016 - Current
Managed 20+ multi-million-dollar projects, from RFQ and inception through implementation stage, for both domestic and international clients
Regularly assessed project progress in order to quickly react and adapt to any deviations in project budget, schedule and requirements due to internal or external circumstances
Developed a series of financial and PM reports to effectively communicate with executive management and company board on development, logistic and financial status of projects to ensure alignment with company goals
Assistant Operations Manager
JAFtech Manufacturing
03.2014 - 08.2016
Revised old and develop new process procedures that helped improve production and overall company workflow
Directly responsible for decrease in company’s outstanding invoices by 31% by investigating and resolving account discrepancies, and scheduling and processing payment disbursements in timely and efficient manner
Continuously improved company’s savings on goods purchased through systematic research of vendor base, price, availability and quality of products, and by regular maintenance of inventory levels
Project administrator
ACIPS, Sarajevo, BiH
11.2011 - 04.2013
Served as a principal liaison between project team and external partners to ensure tight coordination, communication and flow of information pertaining to on-going project activities
Successfully organized and moderated roundtables and panel discussion on civil society sustainability with 20+ members of local non-profit organizations and government agencies
Center for Refugee and IDP studies
National Project Coordinator
Centre For Refugee Studies
10.2010 - 09.2011
Oversaw organizational and logistic aspects of the Center's start-up process, including developing of vision and mission statements, establishing policies and securing physical location of the Center
Established relationships with diverse stakeholders such as project partners, donors and relevant government and civil society actors in order to effectively advocate and promote Center's mission
Developed short and long term business and fundraising goals to ensure smooth transition to fully sustainable and operational organization
Client service administrator
Modern Business Association
07.2008 - 07.2010
Managed program and service related needs for over 500 clients by serving as a first point of contact
Developed strategy for internal controls and successful implementation of operational process which reduced cost and improved efficiency for both company and its clients
Executed 50+ weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to provide accurate and timely client account status
Development Associate
United World College
01.2007 - 01.2008
Maintained organization's social media accounts and websites, adding new, exciting content on consistent basis.
Assisted in design, planning and organization of all major events run by Development Office, such as trainings, workshops, study visits, conferences and round tables
Cultivated relationships with community, business and local civic leaders in order to draw attention to United World College mission and bring in new donors and volunteers