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Malika Okhunjonova
Project Manager
Tashkent,Uzbekistan
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at DNA Uzbekistan, showcasing expertise in project coordination, strategic planning, and budget management. Excelled in fostering team collaboration and driving projects to completion with exceptional quality. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments, enhancing project visibility and contractors/partners satisfaction. Skilled in contract negotiation and technical support, with a strong focus on achieving organizational goals and sustainable growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
DNA Uzbekistan, Integrated Communication Agency
12.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritising tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organisational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects/international forums/exhibitions/roundtables.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for partners/suppliers, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Collaborated closely with Senior Project Management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives and its environmental priorities, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Created press releases, video scenarios, and further written scripts for the project promotion through social media and among mass media representatives.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Promoted the significance of the project realisation by conducting and creating the design for visibility on social media platforms.
Intern at the Cultural Cooperation Unit
Arts and Culture Development Foundation
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific cultural and art industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, conducted research on artifacts and biographies about ancient scientists, poets, artists, etc.
Junior Specialist, International Affairs Unit
Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted thorough research and analysis to identify opportunities for cultural growth.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and timely completion of multiple initiatives.
- Developed the strategy of logistics and the process of foreign artists' participation in the International Biennale 2022 in Tashkent.
- Conducted research on the international galleries, institutions, and art schools for further partnership suggestions and opportunities.
- Organised events aimed at promoting the Academy's culture among international partners and organizations, while also increasing the status of the Academy through recognition programs, exhibitions, meetings, or other incentives.
- Collaborated with the Embassies based in Uzbekistan to achieve project goals and improve overall efficiency within the organisation.
- Accompany members of the Delegation from various countries during the Biennale implementation.
Assistant
BCC Education
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Translating personal documents, prioritize visa application requirements.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Consulting and coordinating with the client during the application and submission period.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of application operations with the clients, students, and partners.
- Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining digital and physical filing systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance, Investment And Risk
Bangor University, MDIS in Tashkent
28, Bunyodkor Avenue, Chilanzar District 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
2nd Academic Lyceum At UzSUWL
Tashkent City 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,Outlook
Google Disk, Figma, Canva
Project Management and Planning
Project Strategies Planning
Project Coordination and Task Scheduling
Technical Support and Coordination with the Suppliers/Third-Party Contractors
Budgeting and forecasting
Interests
Running Marathons
Taking pictures
Reading more than 2 books in a moth
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Uzbek
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Project Manager
DNA Uzbekistan, Integrated Communication Agency
12.2023 - Current
Intern at the Cultural Cooperation Unit
Arts and Culture Development Foundation
07.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Specialist, International Affairs Unit
Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan
07.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant
BCC Education
10.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Finance, Investment And Risk
Bangor University, MDIS in Tashkent
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
2nd Academic Lyceum At UzSUWL
04.2001 -