Zuzana Firgánková

Experience

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  Johnson Controls

  Sept 2015 - Mar 2016

  Collections Analyst

  Managing and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts owed to a company, refunding

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  Embassy of the Slovak Republic in New Delhi, India

  May 2017 - Jul 2017

  Intern

  - assistance in economic section- mail communication and elaboration of flash messages- preparation of documents for internal reports (Economic Information on Territory of India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Nepal)- proceeding demands of companies- assistance in consular tasks, visa handling- active cooperation with diplomatic staff- participation on several diplomatic and cultural events (EU 2017 Film Festival in New Delhi, visits to the Embassy of Sweden on the occasion of the Ambassador's departure, welcome ceremony of the new honorary consul) Show less

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  ITAPA

  Mar 2019 - Nov 2020

  Event Specialist

  - deal-closing and deal-management of local & international partners- coordination of speakers, administrative support and ad hoc tasks management- CMS administration- elaboration of promotion articles, activities and newsletters (both in Slovak and English language)

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  African-Slovak Union

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2023

  Co-Founder

  Leadership of the organization, project management, networking with strategic partnerships (public and private sector), event organization, presenter and host of bilingual discussion platform ASU Talk

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  Embassy of Israel

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2021

  Political Affairs & Protocol

  Provide analysis and reports to key diplomatic staff about Slovak political climate and IL-SK relations, regulations, developing relationships with parliamentary officials, academic and NGO/civil society experts, the business community and foreign missions.

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  Ambrela – Platforma rozvojových organizácií

  Sept 2021 - Oct 2023

  Project Manager

  Leading a workgroup of experts on global education to deliver expertise and managerial support towards building and implementing the National Strategy for Global Education developed by the Ministry of Education of the Slovak Republic. Representing the interests of member organizations on the international level through EU structures and institutions such as the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe, GENE or Concord.

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  UNICEF

  Jun 2024 - Dec 2024

  Municipal Partnerships Coordinator Consultant

  Supporting the implementation of UNICEF’s emergency programs by liaising with local actors, state and municipal institutions, and CSOs. My responsibilities include coordinating with municipalities to enhance the social inclusion of refugees, particularly children and women, by supporting the development of strategic workplans, establishing community integration platforms, and implementing grant schemes. I also oversee the monitoring and reporting of municipal activities, facilitate capacity-building initiatives, and actively engage in advocacy efforts to strengthen UNICEF's partnership with municipalities for effective and sustainable outcomes. Show less

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  AmCham Slovakia

  Jun 2024 - now

  Policy Officer

  As the Policy Officer at the American Chamber of Commerce, I lead the Business-Academic Cooperation Committee and the Employment and Social Affairs Committee, driving strategic initiatives that connect businesses with educational institutions and influence labor legislation. Through AmCham's platform for networking and connecting various stakeholders, I support skills development initiatives, event organization, and advocacy efforts towards state institutions, ensuring that the needs of the business community are effectively represented and addressed. Show less