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TALENT-19193
Helga
Product Owner
Albania
Seniority
Senior
Language skills
English C1
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Professional Summary
Candidate brings a rich and diverse background in digitalization and digital transformation projects, primarily centered in Albania. With experience as a general manager and project manager for international fintech projects, they have demonstrated leadership and proficiency in overseeing complex initiatives within the financial technology sector. Their role as head of sales at Nexa International highlights their expertise in driving business growth and cultivating client relationships. Additionally, their involvement in developing a chatbot for the Western Balkans Alliance as part of a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) product underscores their hands-on involvement in product development and innovation. Overall, this candidate possesses a comprehensive skill set encompassing project management, business development, and technical proficiency in digital technologies. Their experience in spearheading digitalization initiatives and driving transformative projects positions them as a valuable asset in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital innovation.
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Education
European University of Tirana / Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management
Sep 2022
University of Tirana / Bachelor's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
2010 - 2014
Certifications and Trainings
Public Finance Management / Netherlands Helsinki Committee
2019
Macrofinancial Stability in Central / Eastern and Southeastern Europe, Joint Vienna Institute
2019
Effective Communication / European Delegation in Albania
2019
Public Financial Management and Administrative Reforms / Joint Vienna Institute
2018
Experience
ICT Intervention Manager / Helvetas
Full-time
Sep 2023 - Present
Albania
Project Manager / ABSL Albania
Dec 2022 - Present
AL, Tirana
Acting as a liaison among Accounting, Finance, IT, and Tax teams ensuring there is alignment and all parties are contributing to the program objectives
Translating business requirements to executable stories
Continuously evaluating and reêning tools and processes to ensure they are eìcient, high quality, and scalable
Product Owner / Western Balkans Alliance
Apr 2022 - Mar 2023
AL, Tirana
Defining the vision for the team's product
Developing user stories
Managing the product backlog and prioritizing them based on changing requirement
Maintaining current client relationship and identifying areas for potential clients
Collaborating with sales and design team to ensure requirements are met
Project Manager / Primus Albania
Mar 2021 - Mar 2022
AL, Tirana
Successfully managed a budget of over $15M and delivered projects on time and under budget
Led project teams of up to 35 members to develop and implement innovative solutions
Provided progress reports to stakeholders and upper management on project progress and milestones
Utilized Agile and Scrum methodologies to plan and execute projects
Utilized project management software to track progress, resources and costs
Developed project plans, schedules and budgets to ensure resources were eìciently used
Conducted post-project reviews to identify areas of improvement and ensure customer satisfaction
Sales Director / Nexia Al Consulting
Oct 2020 - Mar 2021
AL, Tirana
Performed market analysis to identify new opportunities for sales growth
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of sales targets
Utilized CRM software to streamline sales processes and manage customer data
Prepared forecasts and KPI reporting for CEO, and upper management, for use in organizational planning, financial forecasting, budget setting and strategic planning
Project Coordinator / Ministry of Finance
Apr 2017 - Oct 2020
AL, Tirana
Managed projects such as: Fiscalization, MoneyVal, Adhering Albania under the OECD Guidelines, IFRS standards, Tax administration reform
Coordinated over 150 meeting between stakeholders from businesses, international organization and government
Researched on various funding and sponsorship opportunities in support the implementation of various tax reforms
Coordinated internal and external stakeholders achieving the right standard requirement on reforms.
Developed and managed a detailed project schedule and work plan
Participated in Explanatory Session at European Commission for 4 chapters
Senior Tax Accountant / Globe Williams Albania
Jun 2015 - Apr 2017
AL, Tirana
Payroll services
Periodic tax return preparation
Financial Statements preparations
Profit and Loss report
Tax Specialist / Ministry of Finance
March 2015 - March 2017
AL, Tirana
Data and reporting analysis
Managed communication campaigns for stakeholders involved
Provided financial education for taxpayers
