Fatima Jafarova
Baku
Summary
Dedicated and focused project management specialist with several years of experience excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
State Agency for Vocational Education
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated vocational training programs to align with regional development priorities.
- Managed project budgeting, resource allocation, and timeline tracking for efficient execution.
- Executed impactful events to promote training initiatives.
- Collaborated with governmental and international stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.
- Reported on training outcomes, logistics, and community impact assessments.
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Directed team members while overseeing legislative and technical documentation processes.
- Managed effective communication channels between Beneficiary Country and EU partners (Finland, Lithuania, France).
- Supervised logistical operations for short-term experts, including scheduling and reporting.
- Represented RTA in various official meetings to facilitate project coordination.
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Led preparation of project documentation and ensured timely reporting cycles.
- Directed logistics and planning for all events, workshops, and expert missions.
- Supervised administrative project workflows and ensured compliance with EU standards.
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
11.2015 - 12.2017
- Coordinated cross-functional activities, delivering strategic support to project teams.
- Provided direction and guidance to team members throughout project lifecycles.
- Generated quarterly reports summarizing key performance indicators for stakeholders.
- Reviewed project documentation regularly, communicating findings with relevant personnel.
- Participated in Study Tours to enhance knowledge and best practices.
Accommodation and Transport Manager
Shooting World Championship 2015
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Oversaw logistics for over 2,000 athletes and officials, ensuring smooth operations.
- Scheduled and documented all transport operations to maintain accurate records.
- Analyzed transportation costs, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and implementing effective strategies.
- Managed hotel accommodation budgets while forecasting future needs to optimize resources.
- Mentored new employees on best practices for client and guest services.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate objectives and gather valuable feedback.
Athlete Services & Sport Info Group Leader
Baku European Games Olympic Committee
05.2015 - 06.2015
- Supervised athlete access and event logistics to ensure seamless operations.
- Delivered comprehensive training and performance monitoring for the team.
- Delegated responsibilities to staff while establishing clear priorities and goals.
- Responded swiftly to complex game situations, enhancing team performance.
- Attended all scheduled practices and training sessions to maintain team cohesion.
HR Operations Specialist
Absheron Engineering LLC
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Supported HR managers in recruitment strategy and operational planning.
- Maintained accurate records for all employee data including hiring, termination, leaves, compensation, benefits.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth functioning of HR operations.
- Assisted in developing job descriptions for open positions within the organization.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - International Economic Relations
Azerbaijan State Economic University
01.2012
Skills
- Project management
- Budget oversight
- Documentation control
- Stakeholder engagement
- Report creation
- Event planning
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Time and calendar coordination
- Team leadership
- Public sector and EU project expertise
Certification
- PMP: Project Management Professional, PMI
- PMI-ACP: Agile Certified Practitioner, PMI
- Basic First Aid & Fire Warden, Falck Safety Services, 2015
- Communication and Visibility Training for EU Delegations, DG NEAR, 2022
Languages
- Azerbaijani, Native
- English, Fluent
- Turkish, Fluent
- Russian, Intermediate
- German, Basic - A1
Timeline
Project Manager
State Agency for Vocational Education
07.2024 - Current
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
10.2022 - 06.2024
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
07.2020 - 03.2022
Project Coordinator
Twinning Project (EU-funded)
11.2015 - 12.2017
Accommodation and Transport Manager
Shooting World Championship 2015
07.2015 - 08.2015
Athlete Services & Sport Info Group Leader
Baku European Games Olympic Committee
05.2015 - 06.2015
HR Operations Specialist
Absheron Engineering LLC
09.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor's Degree - International Economic Relations
Azerbaijan State Economic University
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