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Jelena Miljkovic

Jelena Miljkovic

Belgrade,Central Serbia/ Serbia

Summary

Seasoned Country Manager with a solid background in managing operations across diverse industries. Skilled in strategic planning, business development, and team leadership. Demonstrated capability to improve operational efficiency and drive growth. Proven track record of overcoming complex business challenges and making high-stakes decisions using experience-backed judgement, strong work ethic, and irreproachable integrity.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Country Manager/Senior Business Development Executive

Solek Adria SE
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
07.2023 - Current
  • Led business development for the Serbian subsidiary of an international solar company, with a specific focus on large-scale projects.
  • Created project timelines, allocated resources, and established budgets for medium to large-scale solar projects.
  • Negotiated land acquisition deals for the parent company and its SPVs across multiple sites.
  • Coordinated tasks across legal, accounting and admin functions to comply with local regulations.
  • Identified potential risks and formulated effective strategies for risk mitigation.
  • Engaged local experts and stakeholders to secure permits and foster strong community ties.
  • Aided in the company's expansion in Serbia by providing support to cross-functional teams.
  • Led a team of 6 experts, resulting in an 18% decrease in project timeline overruns and a 22% enhancement in resource efficiency.

Project Development Manager

ID Energy Group
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Planned and executed new solar projects resulting in increased renewable energy capacity and approval rates.
  • Coordinated with various teams across functions to streamline project workflows and optimize efficiency.
  • Aligned market and feasibility analyses with company goals and regulatory needs.
  • Developed strategies addressing regulatory and permitting challenges, boosting project success rates.

Head of Project Management

Energia Solar
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Managed and coordinated the development of project plans for medium- and large-scale solar projects, encompassing timelines, resource allocation, and budgeting.
  • Managed and mentored the project management team, aligning with company goals and fostering collaboration.
  • Executed projects on time, coordinating all phases from design to construction.
  • Identified and executed risk mitigation strategies in compliance with industry regulations.
  • Facilitated smooth project progression through ongoing liaison with investors, government bodies and contractors.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations and obtained necessary permits for all projects.

Expert Advisor

Ministry of Construction, Republic of Serbia
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
12.2014 - 10.2021
  • Demonstrated an apt understanding of permitting procedures, ensuring successful completion of several high-value projects.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance through project evaluations and feasibility assessments.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of local laws to enhance development processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Project Manager

Republic Agency for Spatial Planning
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
12.2008 - 12.2014

Prepared and developed spatial planning documents as a team lead.

Managed project timelines, budgets, and resources for successful planning initiatives.

Monitored project progress, identified risks, and developed mitigation strategies.

Conducted policy analysis and development activities.

Coordinated the development of planning documents.

Managed cross-border partnerships.

Collaborated with municipalities, local governments, and stakeholders to incorporate their needs into planning documents.

Organize public consultations and workshops to engage the community and gather feedback on proposed plans and projects.

Education and Capacity Building.

Develop and deliver training programs and workshops.

Developed educational materials and resources

Interdepartmental Collaboration.

Facilitated successful branding campaigns through effective planning and implementation.

Expert Client Advisor

Belgrade Chamber of Commerce
Belgrade, Central Serbia/ Serbia
07.2006 - 11.2008
  • Worked on promotional campaigns to enhance reach and engagement through various channels.
  • Identified areas for marketing improvement through the evaluation of data analytics reports.
  • Established rapport with key industry figures to explore growth and partnership prospects.
  • Created extensive training modules to facilitate the team in understanding new products and services.
  • Conducted extensive research to comprehend customer requirements and preferences effectively.

Education

Master of Science - Architectural Engineering

Faculty of Architecture
Belgrade
03-2006

Skills

  • Operational planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Management
  • Trend Analysis
  • Operations Management
  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Workforce Management
  • Contract Management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Expense Tracking
  • Project Management
  • Cross-functional team management
  • Negotiation
  • Budget Control
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Languages

Serbian
First Language

Certification

Leadership course, COTRUGLI Business School

Project Leadership training, Ricardo Vargas, UNOPS

Assertive communication course, University of Cambridge

Mini MBA course, Ivey Business School, Canada

Timeline

Country Manager/Senior Business Development Executive

Solek Adria SE
07.2023 - Current

Project Development Manager

ID Energy Group
01.2023 - 07.2023

Head of Project Management

Energia Solar
10.2021 - 01.2023

Expert Advisor

Ministry of Construction, Republic of Serbia
12.2014 - 10.2021

Project Manager

Republic Agency for Spatial Planning
12.2008 - 12.2014

Expert Client Advisor

Belgrade Chamber of Commerce
07.2006 - 11.2008

Leadership course, COTRUGLI Business School

Project Leadership training, Ricardo Vargas, UNOPS

Assertive communication course, University of Cambridge

Mini MBA course, Ivey Business School, Canada

Master of Science - Architectural Engineering

Faculty of Architecture
Jelena Miljkovic