Marijana Bozic
Kragujevac,Serbia
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities, and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service. Dedicated to detail-oriented leadership and goal-oriented planning.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager in Department for Human Resource Development
Regional Agency for Economic Development of Šumadija and Pomoravlje
01.2015 - Current
- Daily oversight of administrative processes, offering information and guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs, and coordinating events.
- Experienced in project planning and management, adept at preparing around 20 technical and financial project proposals at local, regional, and international levels.
- Professional approach to talent management, training, event coordination, and quality management reflects a well-rounded skill set that contributes to the overall success and efficiency of the organization
Advisor for the Human Resource Development
Regional Agency for Economic Development of Šumadija and Pomoravlje
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Daily management of administrative processes over 20+ years has resulted in successful annual planning, facilitated data transfer processes and coordinated various events.
- Contributed to the development of annual plans and built a network of 30+ experts and service providers.
- Managed data transfer processes into the database
- Prepared 8 technical and financial project proposals, authored project reports, and conducted monitoring visits
- Organized various events such as study visits, conferences, and business meetings in collaboration with regional stakeholders and interest groups like chambers of commerce, entrepreneurs, municipalities, and universities (at least 2 annually).
- Played a key role in staff and external associate selection processes.
- Designed and delivered 1 training program, and conducted evaluations to measure their effectiveness.
Human Resources Development Consultant
Vertex Star DOO
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Through daily management of administrative processes in collaboration with management, along with cooperation in recruiting new employees and conducting training needs assessments at least once year, it has been ensured that more than 50% of professional development initiatives align with organizational goals and individual growth opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with management team to identify and recruit top-tier employees, (two times per year with up to 20 candidates) actively participating in candidate testing and conducting interviews to ensure more then 90% selection of qualified individuals.
Business and Training Advisor
Regional Agency for Small and Medium Enterprises Development
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Provided coordination and mentorship, established a network of experts, led project implementations, and developed training programs.
- Provided coordination and mentorship to new hires, service providers, and volunteers, including conducting interviews and managing contracts.
- Established and expanded a network of experts and service providers.
- Led the development and coordination of project implementations.
- Identified potential partners and relevant stakeholders for project collaborations
- Developed and implemented a wide range of training programs, including approximately 200 courses for potential entrepreneurs, startups and advanced training sessions for existing businesses and entrepreneurs.
- Managed administrative processes and maintained regular communication with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adult Learning
Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade, Department of Adult Learning (Andragogy)
Belgrade, 0004.1999
High School Diploma -
High School in Kragujevac
Kragujevac06.1992
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Adept at project planning and management
- Experienced in management consulting, office administration, research, capacity building, organizational development, and procurement
- Excellent analytical skills
- Public relations expertise
- Proficiency in performance and events management
- Proficient in computer use
- Holds a valid driver's license
- Proficient in training skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Project plan development
- Meeting facilitation
- Documentation Management
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
Professionalbodies
Association of adult educators in Serbia
Key Qualifications
- Achieved significant outcomes in business administration, project management and human resource development
- Maintained strong, productive relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Contributed significantly to the development of annual plans
- Produced high-quality reports to track progress and outcomes
- Designed impactful training programs and innovative learning solutions
- Established clear priorities and strategies for human resources development
- Played a key role in selecting top talent and external partners
Specificexperience
- Pordenone, Venice and Padova (Italy), 12/14/05, 12/18/05, Cooperation with the educational institution – The IAL.
- Pordenone (Italy), 09/10/08, 09/13/08, Participation in seminar regarding the final phase of the project “L Acquis Communautaire”.
- Trento (Italy), 06/10/09, 06/12/09, Participation in international seminar on new strategies for skills and employment.
- Brussels (Belgium), 11/10/10, 11/12/10, Participation in international Young European Entrepreneurs' seminar.
Firstnames
Marijana
Personal Information
Nationality: Serbian
Publications
- The possibility for establishment the fund for human resources development on the territory of Sumadija and Pomoravlje (Serbia), MM/DD/11
- Policy Making in Adult Education - A Comparative Approach Across 21 European Regions, MM/DD/16
- WBC Regional Collaboration Model Handbook between Universities and Companies, University of Kragujevac
Projects
Support for Human Resource Development Measures for Unemployed and Redundant Employees in Serbia, 02/SER01/14/001, European Agency for Reconstruction, MM/DD/04, MM/DD/04 WBC Virtual Manufacturing Network – Fostering an Integration of the Knowledge Triangle, 01/01/09, 12/31/11 The Comparative Analysis of Regional Policies for Adult Education - REGIONAL, 01/01/14, 10/31/15 Women integration through digital entrepreneurship (WIDE), 01/01/21, 12/31/23
Languages
Serbian
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Senior Project Manager in Department for Human Resource Development
Regional Agency for Economic Development of Šumadija and Pomoravlje
01.2015 - Current
Human Resources Development Consultant
Vertex Star DOO
01.2008 - 01.2010
Advisor for the Human Resource Development
Regional Agency for Economic Development of Šumadija and Pomoravlje
01.2006 - 01.2015
Business and Training Advisor
Regional Agency for Small and Medium Enterprises Development
01.2002 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Adult Learning
Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade, Department of Adult Learning (Andragogy)
High School Diploma -
High School in Kragujevac
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