Olga Harding (ex-Dmitrijeva)

Olga Harding (ex-Dmitrijeva)

Research and Executive Coordinator

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  • About me

    Project Manager and R&D

  • Education

    • The Higher School of Psychology, Riga, Latvia

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor's degree Psychology With Distinction

      Activities and Societies: - Served as Chair of the Student Parliament at the Higher School of Psychology (2006-2008) Bachelor’s (BA) degree in Social Psychology.BA dissertation title: Relationship Between Self-Esteem and Coping Behavior in 15-18 Year Olds(with distinction)

    • Universidad de Granada

      2007 - 2007
      Erasmus exchange programme Psychology
    • University of St. Andrews

      2011 - 2012
      Master of Research (MRes) Social Sciences, major in Psychology 2:1 with Distinction in the Dissertation

      Program with the focus on research, quantitative and qualitative methods of data analysis, communication, and professional skills. MRes dissertation title: The Impact of Induced Collective Shame and Collective Guilt onIndividuals’ Defensive and Reparative Strategies (with distinction; investigated ethnic-basedconflicting intergroup relationships)

  • Experience

    • Injury Management and Medical Assessments

      Sept 2009 - Dec 2010
      Research and Executive Coordinator

      - Drafted case reports for legal and insurance specialists- Conducted data analysis and interpretation (quantitative assessments)- Worked out an effective daily schedule for the assessor- Ensured excellent client care and translated for Russian and Latvian speaking clients

    • The European Parliament

      Sept 2012 - Mar 2013
      Trainee, Committee of Women’s Rights and Gender Equality

      - Developed a social media project on women's rights in post-Arab spring region (Twitter, Facebook, blog) - Produced minutes of the Committee meetings - Drafted briefing notes on ongoing reports (including research and the analysis of amendments) - Participated in organizing public events held by the Parliament (ReLaunching Europe, various Hearings, PES Congress) - Maintained a portfolio of Women's rights NGO

    • 77Agency

      Jul 2013 - Nov 2013
      New Social Media Account Manager (project contract)

      - Monitored and managed social media accounts (Google AdWords, Facebook) to ensure marketing strategies achieve the targets set- Drafted efficient adverts content based on materials provided by clients - Developed social media marketing strategies (Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Pinterest, etc.)- Performed market research, analyzed the audience, calculated spend estimates- Drafted informative and in-depth reports on performance- Optimized performance and accounts structures- Proactively worked with international corporate clients Show less

    • Baltic International Academy

      Sept 2013 - Dec 2020

      - Research and implementation of European and Structural Funds financial instruments- Communication with international partners- Organizing guest speaker talks and seminars - Communication Psychology- Sales Instruments on Social Media, AdWords, etc. - Stress Management- Training on Effective Self-Presentation Techniques

      • International Project Coordinator

        Oct 2013 - Dec 2020
      • Lecturer

        Sept 2013 - Dec 2020
    • Reach For Change

      Jun 2014 - May 2015
      Country Manager Latvia

      - Implemented the Reach for Change programs in Latvia- Maintained and developed relationships with key stakeholders and partners to advocate the program and execute program strategy- Collaborated with partners in development of marketing strategies - Coordinated support for Reach for Change applicants and social entrepreneurs- Managed website and social media to support the local campaigning- Handled administration, including legal issuesBefore: Project Manager at Reach for Change (March, 2014 - May, 2014) Show less

    • Cormack Consultancy Group

      Apr 2015 - Nov 2016
      Project Manager

      - Performed market research (from consultancy and production companies to universities)- Developed market access strategies, identifying potential clients and partners - Organised and facilitated meetings with potential stakeholders- In collaboration with partners organising targeted seminars- Engaged in a start-up IT project on online education platform development for UK universities: communicating with stakeholders, testing online marketing campaign, editing content, engaged in strategic development Show less

    • CIVITTA

      Nov 2016 - Dec 2018
      Senior Consultant

      Cormack Consultancy joined Civitta group in November 2016. In addition to previous tasks, was responsible for: - Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs program management- Horizon 2020 program- Business development and consultancy- International trade missions organisation- Market intelligence projects

    • Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

      Feb 2018 - Sept 2023
      Project Manager, Science and Project Development Center

      - Coordinated LLU R&D projects, including managing and coordinating the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) projects with a total budget > EUR 1,4m;- Ensured efficient communication among involved stakeholders, including governmental and controlling bodies;- Prepared related documentation, financial reports;- Involved in all stages of projects implementation from proposal preparation to strategic planning, day-to-day coordination, results dissemination (publications).

    • RISEBA University of Business, Arts and Technology

      May 2019 - Sept 2022
      Project Manager

      - Coordinated stakeholders’ activity and communication, consulted on project implementation, including procurement procedures; total project budget EUR 452 500- Was a communication point for governmental and controlling bodies- Managed the document flow, including payment requests and financial reports

    • Sabiedrības integrācijas fonds/ Society Integration Foundation Republic of Latvia

      Aug 2022 - now
      Project Manager

      Currently: Responsible for service content methodology and the development of smooth internal processes at the Integration and Inclusion Agency, a one-stop shop for newcomers in Latvia (European Internal Security Fund and Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund project):- Designing internal processes to ensure quality service across branches- Developed the Agency's website information architecture and managed content creation- Planning and procuring internal and external training sessionsPrevious Involvement: European Commission project, "Social Innovation Competence Centers - Capacity Building for a Sustainable Society" (BuiCaSuS) in Latvia:- Coordinated communication among cooperation parties, including project partners from Spain, Latvia, France, and Sweden- Organized the final international conference for the project- Drafted the final synthesis report and other related documentation and deliverables Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Google AdWords Fundamental and AdWords Search Advance

      Google
    • IELTS

      IELTS Official
    • Project Management Professional (PMP)

      University of Latvia
      Feb 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Children and Youth Trust Phone on Jan 2006
      Children and Youth Trust PhoneAssociated with Olga Harding (ex-Dmitrijeva)