Fidan Azimova
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Multilingual strategic support professional with 10+ years of experience across corporate, nonprofit, and academic sectors. Proven success managing executive operations, building cross-border partnerships, supporting C-suite priorities, and providing financial reporting and coordination. Expert in cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, policy escalation, and budget oversight. Strong candidate for Executive Business Partner, Financial Specialist, or Strategic Program Manager roles at mission-driven, innovation-led companies like Meta.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant (Currently Part-time Volunteer)
United Nations Association
Palo Alto, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Coordinated external communications and logistics for the UNAFF documentary film festival.
- Facilitated outreach with sponsors, press, and community partners.
- Supported event planning, fundraising, and budgeting for global programming.
Administrative Associate II, Center for Academic Medicine
Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Provided high-level administrative and operational support to faculty leaders and program coordinators.
- Managed complex calendars, resolved conflicts, and coordinated domestic and international travel.
- Drafted presentations, grant proposals, and academic materials in alignment with institutional policies.
- Oversaw financial processes including reimbursements, corporate card reconciliations, and budget tracking.
- Served as policy liaison and point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
Project Officer for EU Justice Project
European Union Delegation
Baku, Azerbaijan
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Identified risks associated with projects and developed risk mitigation strategies.
- Provided operational and financial support for international conferences and programs.
- Managed documentation, logistics, and reporting for EU-backed initiatives in the South Caucasus.
- Managed financial aspects of allocated projects including budgeting, forecasting, expenditure tracking and reporting processes.
Project Management Consultant for the project 'Strategic road Map of Azerbaijan'
McKinsey & Company
Baku, Azerbaijan
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with executive clients to develop a national economic development roadmap.
- Collected and analyzed data, drafted deliverables, and synthesized insights for C-suite stakeholders.
- Contributed to internal planning and client communications with a focus on clarity and impact.
Project Management Consultant
Crisis Management Initiative
Brussels, Belgium
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Led implementation of peacebuilding training initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
- Defined target groups and coordinated international project planning across conflict zones.
Executive Assistant
Chevron
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Supported company VP and executive team with daily scheduling, travel, and correspondence.
- Processed immigration paperwork, work permits, and residency documents for foreign staff.
- Coordinated internal events and reporting processes for finance and HR.
Customer Relations Representative
Azercell Telecom
Baku, Azerbaijan
12.2009 - 09.2012
- Delivered high-volume client support and solution-based sales to over 200 customers daily.
- Recognized for sales outperformance and outstanding customer service.
Education
M.S. - International Relations, Finance and Development
Unitelma Sapienza, University of Rome
Italy01.2020
B.A. - International Cultural Relations
State University of Art and Culture
Azerbaijan01.2008
Skills
- Executive operations management
- Calendar coordination
- Strategic planning
- Program oversight
- Financial management
- Budget analysis
- Cross-functional leadership
- Policy development
- Conflict resolution
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partner collaboration
- Event coordination
- Travel logistics
- Process improvement
- Risk assessment
Affiliations
Private Pilot Trainee | FAA ground and in-air instruction in progress
Learning to Fly | Applying precision, focus, and navigation skills in aviation training
Honors Projects
- Dada Gorgud Peace Award, Promoting peace and stability in the South Caucasus, 2014
- CMI/EU Leadership Training, Peacebuilding Workshops, 2011-2013
- "Picture of Peace" Personal Exhibition, Collaboration with Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, 2014
- Azercell Sales Award, Consistent overperformance bonus, 2012
Languages
English (Fluent)
Turkish (Fluent)
Azerbaijani (Fluent)
Russian (Fluent)
Tools
Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Apple OS, Slack, Oracle, SAP, Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Airtable
Timeline
Administrative Associate II, Center for Academic Medicine
Stanford University
10.2022 - 10.2024
Research Assistant (Currently Part-time Volunteer)
United Nations Association
01.2022 - Current
Project Officer for EU Justice Project
European Union Delegation
10.2017 - 09.2018
Project Management Consultant for the project 'Strategic road Map of Azerbaijan'
McKinsey & Company
04.2016 - 12.2016
Project Management Consultant
Crisis Management Initiative
06.2013 - 02.2015
Executive Assistant
Chevron
09.2012 - 04.2014
Customer Relations Representative
Azercell Telecom
12.2009 - 09.2012
M.S. - International Relations, Finance and Development
Unitelma Sapienza, University of Rome
B.A. - International Cultural Relations
State University of Art and Culture
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