Durra Hajiyeva
Baku, Azerbaijan
Summary
A committed project management and child development professional with expertise in planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based programs, complemented by extensive research; Skilled in results-based management, policy analysis, and stakeholder collaboration, with a proven ability to enhance social outcomes through evidence-based strategies; Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with prominent international entities, including the World Bank, European Union, United Nations, and USAID; Published in “100 leader women of Azerbaijani regions contributing to SDGs” book by UNDP
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Specialist (Acting Head of Department)
Institute of Education under the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced project efficiency resulting in cost savings and better utilization of resources;
- Conducted situation analyses and assessments to gather evidence-based data for policy formulation and monitoring of results;
- Implemented a robust monitoring system that improved project tracking efficiency by 40%;
- Developed visibility and communication activities of the projects;
- Developed periodic reports showcasing progress and impact, used to engage donors, partners, and the broader community;
- Performing the head of department responsibilities when needed
Projects Coordinator
FAO United Nations in Azerbaijan
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Achieved continuous support and trust from donors and funding organizations;
- Developed well-documented successes, reports and lessons learned to guide future efforts;
- Facilitated the inclusion of gender-sensitive approaches into project frameworks, ensuring alignment with UN standards
- Collaborated with government and private sector stakeholders to integrate gender-sensitive approaches into project designs and implementation;
- Facilitated extensive capacity-building programs, resulting in a more skilled and knowledgeable workforce sector;
- Developed success stories for the project beneficiaries to increase project visibility (stories can be found in EU Delegation to Azerbaijan social media platforms or EUDIGITOOL platform)
Educational Development and Community Outreach Specialist
Azerbaijan Rural Women’s Association
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Successfully conducted over 50 workshops and trainings reaching more than 1,000 rural participants;
- Advocated for and achieved increased educational participation among rural women, with a 30% rise in program enrollment;
- Strengthened partnerships with the World Bank and USAID, securing funding for programs enhancing youth development;
- Developed success stories especially in COVID 19 highlighting how rural women contributing to the economy even in hard times;
Education and Community Support Worker
Regional Support Center under the State Committee of Family, Women and Children Affairs
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Conducted over 50 awareness campaigns, reaching more than 10,000 community members with a focus on child well-being and education.;
- Facilitated 40 workshops for children and women, addressing socio-economic barriers and promoting inclusion;
- Increased participation in support services by 30%, with over 2,500 individuals;
- Organized and facilitated 40 educational workshops, benefiting over 1,200 children and 800 women;
- Successfully connected over 500 families with essential services, ensuring timely support receive;
Global Leadership Talent
AIESEC in Hungary
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Designed and facilitated interactive workshops and learning sessions for students, focusing on promoting equitable access to quality education in alignment with SDG 4: Quality Education;
- Coordinated with a multicultural team to deliver capacity-building activities, enhancing students’ skills in communication, leadership, and problem-solving
Education
Master of Science - Education and Development Studies
University of Strathclyde Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom2023
School of Education
Azerbaijan University of Languages
Baku, Azerbaijan2018
Professional Development
- United Nations course on Working Together Harmoniously and Project Cycle Management
- GIZ training on Quality Education for WEOs training within the SLRD project
- UN course on Foundational Primer on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
- University of California course on Time Management and Professional Productivity
- 35 days World Bank training course on Community Management together with the cooperation of Rural Women’s Association
- The UN course on Prevention of Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Abuse of Authority
- The UN course on Achieving gender Equality at Work
Timeline
Senior Specialist (Acting Head of Department)
Institute of Education under the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan
03.2024 - Current
Projects Coordinator
FAO United Nations in Azerbaijan
09.2020 - 01.2023
Global Leadership Talent
AIESEC in Hungary
02.2020 - 04.2020
Education and Community Support Worker
Regional Support Center under the State Committee of Family, Women and Children Affairs
12.2018 - 09.2020
Educational Development and Community Outreach Specialist
Azerbaijan Rural Women’s Association
11.2018 - 10.2022
Master of Science - Education and Development Studies
University of Strathclyde Glasgow
School of Education
Azerbaijan University of Languages
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