Serhat Emre Ö.

Experience

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  TSK (Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri)

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2014

  Company Commander/Maintenance Control Officer

  As a junior officer between 2006 and 2014, my responsibilities encompassed various aspects of leadership, organization, and operational efficiency within the national units.I successfully oversaw personnel and unit operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of the unit's activities. Some of my key responsibilities and achievements during these roles include:I actively administered the unit's information flow, managing the drafting of memoranda, cover letters, and other official documents. I utilized standard software packages like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to ensure compliance with national templates and formats. By maintaining an efficient follow-up system for pending actions, I ensured timely completion of tasks such as maintenance, training and exercises.I played a pivotal role in the day-to-day administration of the unit's activities. This involved arranging meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and managing leave plans for my staff. By organizing my workload effectively, I ensured the accurate and timely execution of duties, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.I collected, categorized, and tracked relevant information required for various tasks and projects. I maintained well-structured paper and electronic filing systems to facilitate easy access to information on maintenance and logistic records. Additionally, I updated logistic information in national databases to enable efficient knowledge sharing with relevant stakeholders.I also ensured adherence to proper financial procedures for the unit's budget. This involved preparing and processing financial documents accurately and maintaining records. I was involved in the procurement of spare parts and regular maintenance items for maintenance units as a purchasing officer. I have completed numerous purchasing activities by using Simplified Acquisition Methods. Show less

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  Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE)

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2017

  Staff Officer

  Crisis Management Resources Board Secretariat (August 2014 - August 2015):Served as the Secretary of the Crisis Management Resources Board at SHAPE Resource Directorate, specializing in project management processes for Crisis Management Urgent Requirements funded through the NATO Security Investment Program and Military Budget.Played a pivotal role as one of the administrators of the Project Implementation Tracking Tool, ensuring efficient tracking and management of critical projects.Collaborated with the Urgent Capabilities Management Branch team to provide training at various subordinate Commands, including NRDC/Italy, NRDC/Turkey, ARRC HQ/Gloucester, NATO School/Oberammergau.Logistics Division of the NATO CIS Group (August 2015-August 2017):Initially served as the Deputy Head of Operations Section, assuming the responsibilities of the Head of Operations Section during their absence.Coordination and Execution: Successfully coordinated and executed various activities related to the operational and tactical level logistic support of Deployable Communications and Information Systems.Undertook specialized training, including the LOGFAS Staff Officer Course, LOGFAS Movement and Transportation Fundamentals Course, and LOGFAS Sustainment Planning and Distribution Modelling Course (LOGFAS SPM/SDM).Contributed significantly to the planning and execution of numerous exercises conducted by the NATO Joint Force Command Naples and NATO CIS Group, including Cobalt Cloud, Steadfast Cobalt, Trident Juncture, Noble Jump, Brilliant Jump, Trident Joust, Steadfast Fount, Trident Javelin, and Steadfast Flow.Provided logistics and real-life support inputs to minimum military requirement documents and purchase orders, ensuring the procurement and sustainment of necessary items and services during exercises.Recognition and Award: The Commander of the NATO CIS Group honored my dedication and accomplishments with an award, acknowledging my success in these endeavors. Show less

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  TSK (Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri)

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2020

  Staff Officer and Deputy Branch Head

  Responsibilities:Sales Protocol Management: Successfully managed sales protocols, ensuring adherence to established procedures for allied countries.Donation and Funding Facilitation: Facilitated donation or funding requests, playing a crucial role in bolstering the defense capacity of allied nations.Security Cooperation Coordination: Diligently coordinated security cooperation, and capacity-building activities with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Missions, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.Achievements:Donation and Sales Case Management: Finalized over 20 donation cases and 5 sales cases, collectively amounting to millions of US Dollars, showcasing adeptness in navigating complex processes and effectively managing military assistance projects.Funding Allocation: Played a pivotal role in funding allocation and grant agreement negotiations with various Embassies based in Ankara, leveraging negotiation skills and diplomatic acumen for mutually beneficial outcomes.Information and Knowledge Management Enhancement: Entrusted with enhancing information and knowledge management procedures between the Ministry and Embassies, conducted a comprehensive analysis of national procedures, proposed improvements, and recommendations accepted and incorporated into relevant national legislation by the National Assembly.NATO Crisis Management Exercises Participation: As a staff officer at the International Security Division, actively participated in political-level NATO Crisis Management Exercises, representing the Ministry and contributing to NATO Policies and cooperation activities regarding NATO Partner Countries. Show less

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  Turkish Armed Forces / Turkish Land Forces

  Aug 2020 - Sept 2024

  Responsibilities:Developed and managed the largest maintenance budget for a brigade, ensuring adequate funding for maintenance and repair activities.Functioned as the Chief of the Procurement team for maintenance activities, overseeing strategic acquisition efforts to support operational requirements.Deputized as the Chief of the Purchasing and Contracting Committee for two years, contributing to the effective management of procurement processes.Led the maintenance and management of the brigade's equipment, vehicles, and weapons systems, prioritizing operational readiness.Developed and implemented a preventive maintenance program to minimize equipment downtime and enhance overall operational availability.Conducted regular inspections of equipment, identified deficiencies, and coordinated necessary repairs with suppliers to uphold optimal functionality.Collaborated with other units to provide essential logistical support for the brigade's operations, ensuring seamless coordination.Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for maintenance personnel, ensuring their technical proficiency and operational readiness.Coordinated with higher headquarters to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, upholding financial integrity.Maintained accurate maintenance records and reported relevant data to higher headquarters, ensuring transparency and accountability.Achievements:The maintenance company under my leadership received recognition as the most successful in the Turkish Army for two consecutive years, acknowledged by the Commander of the Army.Successfully resolved a maintenance budget deficit of $100,000 within a year, ensuring sufficient resources for maintenance activities until the end of the fiscal year. Show less

  • Staff Officer

    Aug 2022 - Sept 2024

  • Company Commander

    Aug 2020 - Aug 2022
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  NATO

  Sept 2024 - now

  NATO Staff Officer

  Infrastructure Development and Environmental Protection Officer