JEYHUN RAHMANOV
Baku
Summary
Experienced sports development and program coordination professional with over nine years of hands-on experience delivering Olympic Solidarity–funded programs in close cooperation with National Federations, athletes, and international stakeholders. Strong background in supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of athlete development and capacity-building initiatives in line with IOC and Olympic Solidarity frameworks. Proven ability to manage day-to-day program execution, coordinate training activities, monitor progress, and contribute to effective reporting and evaluation processes. Recognised for a practical, collaborative approach, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to operate effectively within complex, multi-stakeholder sports systems. Accredited International Course Director by the International Olympic Committee, bringing a solid foundation in governance, program delivery, and international sports cooperation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Azerbaijan Judo Federation
Baku
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with stakeholders, coaches and administrative staff to streamline program delivery and performance evaluation.
- Support national and international judo initiatives, managing strategic projects from planning to implementation.
- Monitor departmental performance, identify deviations and implement corrective measures to keep all operations aligned with organisational goals.
- Lead cross-functional coordination among departments to ensure timely task execution and reporting.
- Leading the strategic planning and phased development for the upcoming Judo World Championship in Baku 2026.
- Establishing close collaboration with the Project Management Office (PMO) of the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport.
Senior Project Manager
National Olympic Committee of Azerbaijan
Baku
01.2016 - Current
- Led and coordinated the implementation of Olympic Solidarity–funded programs for over nine years, supporting National Federations and athlete development initiatives in line with IOC and Olympic Solidarity frameworks.
- Streamlined the delivery of Olympic Solidarity projects through structured planning and Agile-based coordination, improving operational efficiency, optimising resource allocation, and reducing implementation costs.
- Maintained continuous coordination with National Federations, international partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely execution, compliance, and effective communication across all program phases.
- Supported Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) processes for Olympic Solidarity–funded programs, including progress tracking, risk assessment, feedback collection, and preparation of summary reports to support program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Deputy Chef de Mission
- Acted as a key representative of the Azerbaijani delegation, ensuring effective communication and coordination between 200+ athletes, coaches, and sports federations throughout the events.
- Provided comprehensive support to athletes and federations, facilitating logistics for 1,500+ registrations, accreditations, and transportation, ensuring a seamless experience during the competitions.
- Participated in strategic planning and coordination meetings, contributing to the development of operational strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in delegation efficiency.
- Collaborated with multiple stakeholders, including 50+ National Olympic Committees and event organisers, to promptly address issues and enhance the overall experience for the Azerbaijani delegation.
Education
International Program Director - Sport Administration
Olympic Solidarity
Lausanne, Switzerland05-2018
Master of Arts - Olympic Studies
German Sport University
CologneBachelor of Science - Material Science
Azerbaijan National Oil Academy
BakuSkills
- Project Management
- Agile methodology
- Strategic planning
- Time management
- Stakeholder management
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
- Budget Control
- Multitasking
- Leadership
- Networking
- Risk assessment
- Event planning
- Problem solving
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Turkish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Azerbaijani
Native
Native
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Program Manager
Azerbaijan Judo Federation
04.2025 - Current
Senior Project Manager
National Olympic Committee of Azerbaijan
01.2016 - Current
Deputy Chef de Mission
International Program Director - Sport Administration
Olympic Solidarity
Master of Arts - Olympic Studies
German Sport University
Bachelor of Science - Material Science
Azerbaijan National Oil Academy