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Dragana Katic

Environmental Steward
Belgrade,Serbia

Summary

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Sustainability Officer

Pyramid Festival
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead sustainability efforts for Pyramid Festival, integrating eco-friendly practices across event planning and execution
  • Oversee initiatives such as waste reduction, reusable refill systems, biodegradable alternatives, and circular economy principles
  • Manage compost systems, greywater purification with bio-filters, and expand solar-powered solutions
  • Promote the use of natural hygiene products and lead recycling efforts
  • Engage communities to foster responsible resource management and inspire sustainable practices

Quality Assurance Manual Tester

Urban Connect
08.2020 - 02.2023
  • Conducted manual QA testing, ensuring high-quality digital products and platforms for Urban Connect
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues, working in an agile environment with cross-functional teams
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure timely delivery of functional and user-friendly products
  • Worked with Urban Connect’s teams to manage and optimize digital content, ensuring a seamless user experience

Sitecore Editor and Manual Tester

Decerno AB
06.2016 - 07.2020
  • Worked within the Sitecore team for the Volvo Cars project, providing administrative and technical support for editorial, production, and dissemination phases
  • Conducted QA tests and tracked issues using Jira Agile and Scrum ticket procedures
  • Guided new editors and ensured editorial and production quality standards were met
  • Collaborated with digital and marketing teams to implement solutions meeting requirements within deadlines
  • Implemented changes to web pages/sites, built new pages, performed tests, and updated forms

Human Resources / Administration Coordinator

3M (EAST) AG
09.2010 - 06.2016
  • Coordinated recruitment, onboarding, and logistics for local and international staff
  • Organized events, including conferences and workshops, and enhanced team-building efforts
  • Managed administrative and financial support for a 20-person office with significant turnover
  • Maintained professional contact with clients in Serbia and abroad, liaising with 3M offices in Switzerland and the U.S
  • Handled financial bookkeeping, invoicing, and filing systems
  • Ensured office and vehicle maintenance through contractor coordination
  • Assisted staff with travel, accommodation, insurance, work contracts, and more
  • Developed productive relationships with clients, suppliers, and state institutions

Volunteer Experience

Trash Hero Serbia and Trash Hero Belgrade
03.2018 - Current
  • Established and expanded Trash Hero chapters across Serbia, organizing more than 300 cleanup events with 3,500 volunteers
  • Together, we cleaned close to 30 tons of waste from nature
  • Designed educational programs and long-term waste management strategies, receiving multiple environmental awards
  • Built a social media audience of over 5,000 organic followers without a budget

Yoga Teacher

Self Employed
12.2009 - Current

Education

Bachelor - Japanese Language And Oriental Studies

Faculty of Philology | University of Belgrade
Belgrade, Serbia
09.2004 - 06.2010

Skills

Project Coordination

Time management

Leadership

Communication skills

Public Speaking

Teamwork and collaboration

Dependable and responsible

Flexible and adaptable

Timeline

Chief Sustainability Officer

Pyramid Festival
01.2023 - Current

Quality Assurance Manual Tester

Urban Connect
08.2020 - 02.2023

Volunteer Experience

Trash Hero Serbia and Trash Hero Belgrade
03.2018 - Current

Sitecore Editor and Manual Tester

Decerno AB
06.2016 - 07.2020

Human Resources / Administration Coordinator

3M (EAST) AG
09.2010 - 06.2016

Yoga Teacher

Self Employed
12.2009 - Current

Bachelor - Japanese Language And Oriental Studies

Faculty of Philology | University of Belgrade
09.2004 - 06.2010
Dragana KaticEnvironmental Steward