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Global

In this role, I oversee Program Management & Strategic Plan Implementation at ACLED and ensure overall alignment with the PRINCE2 guidelines, quality standards and company strategy, in particular: • Develop and direct program and portfolio management processes;• Monitor projects, programs and portfolios across the organization to ensure compliance with policies and standards as well as keeping to schedules, budgets, timelines and KPIs;• Govern project, program and portfolio… Show more In this role, I oversee Program Management & Strategic Plan Implementation at ACLED and ensure overall alignment with the PRINCE2 guidelines, quality standards and company strategy, in particular: • Develop and direct program and portfolio management processes;• Monitor projects, programs and portfolios across the organization to ensure compliance with policies and standards as well as keeping to schedules, budgets, timelines and KPIs;• Govern project, program and portfolio deliverables and tasks;• Coach and mentor ACLED team and share knowledge and best practices;• As a member of the ACLED leadership team, actively contribute to overall strategic planning and oversee execution of the current strategy;• Advise the President & CEO and Executive Director on all matters related to Project Management and strategic plan implementation. Show less

Global

As Head of Operations, I oversee ACLED Global Operations and Human Resources. I manage these areas and teams, as well as provide advice and guidance on the organisational strategic development.The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping project. ACLED is the highest quality and most widely used real-time data and analysis source on political violence and protest around the world, supporting the work of leading… Show more As Head of Operations, I oversee ACLED Global Operations and Human Resources. I manage these areas and teams, as well as provide advice and guidance on the organisational strategic development.The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping project. ACLED is the highest quality and most widely used real-time data and analysis source on political violence and protest around the world, supporting the work of leading policymakers. Main responsibilities:• Serve as a key advisor to the Executive Team on global operational and Human Resources matters. • Direct Human Resources activities.• Oversee all operations including IT, logistics, procurement, safety & security. • Lead and develop ACLED safety and security policies and procedures.• Enhance collaboration between Finance, HR, IT, Operations and other departments where required.• Advise on strategic development, governance, and execution. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Building on its first-class expertise and extensive local networks, Open World Analytics delivers sharp and reliable analytical services to its clients on current events surrounding Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and their neighbours, including political and economic risk assessments. https://openworldanalytics.com

London, United Kingdom

• Initiated and launched a risk advisory to provide NGOs, international organisations, and corporations with analytical services on recent geopolitical developments in Eurasia.• Spearheaded the creation of business, its marketing, communication plans, and financial management.• Established company’s operational framework from the ground up to deployment and devised database systems for consultants and clients, overseeing logistics and travel safety.• Organised and delivered… Show more • Initiated and launched a risk advisory to provide NGOs, international organisations, and corporations with analytical services on recent geopolitical developments in Eurasia.• Spearheaded the creation of business, its marketing, communication plans, and financial management.• Established company’s operational framework from the ground up to deployment and devised database systems for consultants and clients, overseeing logistics and travel safety.• Organised and delivered on-demand briefings and workshops on relevant topics to international agencies and corporations, including the United Nations and global governments.• Attended a special roundtable organised by the UK Government. Show less

London, United Kingdom

• Directed design and implementation of global external partnership strategies to enhance Crisis Group's profile among its supporters, including Trustees, government and corporate stakeholders. • In partnership with President & CEO, revised and reframed Crisis Group framework to cultivate and steward its supporters, substantially increasing their involvement with the organisation. • Led a team of six to implement biannual project for Trustees and donors, showcasing Crisis Group's impact… Show more • Directed design and implementation of global external partnership strategies to enhance Crisis Group's profile among its supporters, including Trustees, government and corporate stakeholders. • In partnership with President & CEO, revised and reframed Crisis Group framework to cultivate and steward its supporters, substantially increasing their involvement with the organisation. • Led a team of six to implement biannual project for Trustees and donors, showcasing Crisis Group's impact and achievements, submitting weekly updates for the approval of President & CEO.• Directed implementation of full-cycle projects, while improving organisation's day-to-day operations and introducing new tools for successful management.• Managed and cultivated 7-figure portfolio, including a special Women's Alliance Giving Circle, while researching and identifying new opportunities for prospect engagement.• In a team of three, produced bi-annual analytical 50-page Impact Report on key political developments in Europe and Central Asia, Africa and MENA for external stakeholders.• Recruited, onboarded, and trained the best talent for the Development Team. Show less

London, United Kingdom

• Managed global stewardship and cultivation projects for all organisation's stakeholders, including Trustees and Donors, to increase constituent connection to Crisis Group.• Initiated and completed 20 full-cycle projects, managing teams of up to 50 people and coordinating internal departments to successfully deliver projects within the pre-planned budgets. • In partnership with President & CEO and Programs, reframed a global development strategy, with 40% increase in stakeholder… Show more • Managed global stewardship and cultivation projects for all organisation's stakeholders, including Trustees and Donors, to increase constituent connection to Crisis Group.• Initiated and completed 20 full-cycle projects, managing teams of up to 50 people and coordinating internal departments to successfully deliver projects within the pre-planned budgets. • In partnership with President & CEO and Programs, reframed a global development strategy, with 40% increase in stakeholder involvement during the first year of COVID-19 pandemic and 10% increase in annual giving.• In close cooperation with President & CEO and Board Co-Chairs, designed a brand new virtual engagement concept, including CrisisCalls series and Virtual Film Club, growing the number of regular events by 80%. • Co-organised bi-annual virtual and in-person Board Meetings for 150 high-level guests worldwide; main focal point of liaison between stakeholders and President & CEO.• Provided key support in drafting fundraising strategies for prospective supporters, including proposals for individuals and foundations.• In charge of London office management, including setting-up budgets, negotiating with vendors, tracking expenditures, accounting records, and invoicing. • In collaboration with Communications Team, led on production of promotion materials, including video clips, social media visuals, invitations, and a complete website re-design.• To expand Crisis Group's profile among peer organisations, developed special partnership strategies with Al Sharq Forum, Chatham House, World Humanitarian Forum, Royal African Society.• Analytical contributor to the monthly conflict tracker CrisisWatch for policymakers, focusing on the Horn of Africa and Europe and Central Asia.• Managed, re-branded, and relaunched Crisis Group's Ambassador Council - a platform for young leaders in the conflict-prevention field.• Recruited and onboarded junior staff and interns to increase organisation's efficiency. Show less

London, United Kingdom

• Managed and planned over 50 in-person high-level London events for Crisis Group's Trustees, government donors and corporate prospects, annual conference with Chatham House and Reception at the British Museum.• Initiated a new events strategy for the European stakeholders, doubling the number of events in Europe and expanding on event types. • Following successful 6-month probation, was invited by the President's Office to co-organise two bi-annual Board Meetings for 150 guests… Show more • Managed and planned over 50 in-person high-level London events for Crisis Group's Trustees, government donors and corporate prospects, annual conference with Chatham House and Reception at the British Museum.• Initiated a new events strategy for the European stakeholders, doubling the number of events in Europe and expanding on event types. • Following successful 6-month probation, was invited by the President's Office to co-organise two bi-annual Board Meetings for 150 guests, including Trustees, former Heads of State and senior government stakeholders. • Led organisation of a special Gender launch in London, four simultaneous high-level donor dinners in Paris, and a special programme for stakeholders in New York.• Reorganised database structure and managed RE NXT database for European stakeholders.• Recruited, onboarded, and trained 6 interns to support efficient operations of London office. Show less

Kyiv, Ukraine

• Executed successful daily operational functioning and growth of the Ukraine programme.• Supported drafting of 6-figure multi-year grant proposals to promote Ukraine civil society, with a 100% success rate among government donors.• Managed complex budgets, including regular donor reporting, contract negotiations, budget notes, and overall monthly and annual financial plan for the Ukraine field office.• In cooperation with leading tech companies (Google, Facebook) initiated and… Show more • Executed successful daily operational functioning and growth of the Ukraine programme.• Supported drafting of 6-figure multi-year grant proposals to promote Ukraine civil society, with a 100% success rate among government donors.• Managed complex budgets, including regular donor reporting, contract negotiations, budget notes, and overall monthly and annual financial plan for the Ukraine field office.• In cooperation with leading tech companies (Google, Facebook) initiated and organised all-Ukrainian regional series of workshops on freedom of speech for media outlets, with 100% attendance among local journalists.• Strategically designed community advocacy plan based on the civil society needs assessment. Show less

Kyiv, Ukraine

• Efficiently promoted the profile of OSCE Mission in Ukraine by initiating and organising over 300 successful meetings, conferences and events with government agencies, corporations, NGOs, civil society, and journalists.• Directly supported the Team Leader in setting up monthly goals by providing updated data and recommending best options for external stakeholder engagement.• Partnered with senior management to deliver special Head Office projects on Women and Conflict, Energy… Show more • Efficiently promoted the profile of OSCE Mission in Ukraine by initiating and organising over 300 successful meetings, conferences and events with government agencies, corporations, NGOs, civil society, and journalists.• Directly supported the Team Leader in setting up monthly goals by providing updated data and recommending best options for external stakeholder engagement.• Partnered with senior management to deliver special Head Office projects on Women and Conflict, Energy Security, Politics and Civil Society, and EU-Ukraine relations.• Initiated a new gender-specific approach on reporting activities of the Mission, resulting in a promotion to the Gender Focal Point assistant. was invited to assist Gender focal point of the Mission.• Monitored and reported multiple conflict-related developments to assess their impact for weekly updates to the Head Office. Show less

St Andrews

• Produced analytical reports on political and economic developments in Eurasia, focusing on Ukraine, Russia, and Central Asia. • Analysed political risks for international development and investments. • Provided economic environment evaluation; prepared portfolio of key political actors.

Kyiv, Ukraine

• Supported First Ukraine TV Channel with international broadcast projects.• Initiated and researched news stories working in collaboration with News Director and Reporters.• Doubled newscast capacity by introducing a new process for sub-titling and video editing together with sound engineers.• Hosted an evening news programme and interviewed guests on air, engaging in commentaries and discussions.

Kyiv, Ukraine

• Facilitated efficient working relationships between all delegations of the OSCE Member States by organised 50 bilateral and multilateral meetings and conferences. • Coordinated private negotiations between Ambassadors and senior management.• Resolved organisational issues by improving the database processing. • In charge of consecutive and simultaneous translation.

Master'S Degree With Distinction, International Security Studies, First Class, Gpa 3.8 / 4.0

Activities and Societies: Head of Events at the St Andrews Ukrainian Society - Master of Letters in International Security Studies.

Bachelor’S Degree With Honours, International Relations, First Class, Gpa 4.0 / 4.0

Activities and Societies: - International Research Conferences. - Columnist for the University Magazine "International Relations Expert"..