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
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