Dicle Arıkan
Project Specialist
Istanbul,34
Summary
Dedicated professional with excellent project experience. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Project & Tender Consultant (Freelance)
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi
06.2022 - Current
- Established ongoing monitoring systems for industry trends and market developments, enabling proactive adjustments to our bidding strategy.
- Managed a comprehensive database of past bids, improving accessibility to information for future submissions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely submission of tenders.
Project Expert
Diyalog 360 International Consultancy
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to address concerns, gather feedback, and develop actionable plans for improvement.
- Worked closely with senior leadership teams to align organizational objectives with overarching project goals.
- Optimized resource allocation by identifying areas of improvement in existing processes and making necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Prepared comprehensive documentation including project proposals, status reports, and closeout summaries for stakeholders'' review.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Ugly Design Solutions
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided strategic direction for product development, resulting in high-quality offerings that resonated with customers'' needs and preferences.
- Grew the customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team capabilities.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project vision and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative assets on time and within budget constraints.
- Built strong relationships with clients, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
- Monitored industry trends to keep creative materials fresh and engaging.
Social Responsibility Ambassador
Insider
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Evaluated progress towards achieving mission goals using key performance indicators and implemented necessary changes for continuous improvement.
- Designed employee volunteer programs, promoting team-building and strengthening corporate culture.
- Engaged employees at all levels in CSR efforts, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in company initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive sustainability programs for organizations, leading to increased positive public perception.
- Facilitated stakeholder dialogues to foster collaboration and address social and environmental concerns.
- Established performance metrics to track the impact of CSR initiatives on company reputation and profitability.
Career Solutions Coordinator
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring accurate understanding of their needs and matching them with top talent.
- Coached candidates on interview preparation, enhancing their ability to secure job offers.
- Evaluated existing recruitment tools and resources, recommending improvements where necessary to enhance overall effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
Executive Project Assistant
Bahçeşehir University
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Developed strong relationships with external partners by effectively communicating expectations and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within strict deadlines.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
Project Officer
Support to Life
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by conducting thorough project needs assessments and delivering customized solutions.
- Reduced project delivery timelines through meticulous planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
- Collaborated closely with clients to clarify project requirements, goals, budgets, timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
Project Officer
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
01.2017 - 03.2017
Protection Officer
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
09.2016 - 03.2017
Intern
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
07.2016 - 09.2016
Education
Associate of Applied Science - International Relations
Cukurova University
Turkey 04.2001 -
Lisans Derecesi - Uluslararası İlişkiler
Universidade do Minho
Skills
Diversity and Inclusion
Canva Designing
Social Media Management
Report Writing
Administrative Support
Mentoring
Volunteer Coordination
Nonprofit Volunteering
NGO Experience
Certification
İnsan Kaynakları Yönetimi Uzmanlığı
Timeline
Project Expert
Diyalog 360 International Consultancy
10.2023 - 01.2024
Project & Tender Consultant (Freelance)
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi
06.2022 - Current
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Ugly Design Solutions
02.2022 - 06.2023
Social Responsibility Ambassador
Insider
10.2019 - 05.2021
Career Solutions Coordinator
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi
01.2019 - 10.2019
Executive Project Assistant
Bahçeşehir University
04.2018 - 12.2018
Project Officer
Support to Life
10.2017 - 02.2018
Project Officer
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
01.2017 - 03.2017
Protection Officer
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
09.2016 - 03.2017
Intern
Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM)
07.2016 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - International Relations
Cukurova University
04.2001 -
Lisans Derecesi - Uluslararası İlişkiler
Universidade do Minho