ERDAL TATLI
Retired Staff Officer - Lawyer - Academician
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Summary
Erdal TATLI is a retired staff colonel from the Turkish Army. He graduated from the Army Military Academy in Ankara as first lieutenant with a bachelor's degree in military science. He first saw service as platoon and mechanized infantry company leader in Turkish Cypress and Eastern and Southeastern Turkey, and security company commander in NATO Headquarters/Izmir, Turkey. After graduating from the Army Staff College and Turkish Armed Forces College, he served as G2 and G3 in various brigades. After serving as a battalion commander, he was appointed to NATO Headquarters/Izmir in 1995 as G2 planning branch chief.
In 1997, he became the TAF representative to the MPRI mission in Sarajevo, which was responsible for training and equipping Croatia Bosnia and Herzegovina's armed forces. The following year, he was appointed to the AFSOUTH - NAPLES Headquarters as land branch chief in CJ3. He was responsible for planning and executing land operations in Kosovo. From 2001 until his retirement in 2005, he served as a branch chief and deputy chief of staff for NATO's Rapid Deployable Corps/Istanbul. During this time, he also served as chief of civil-military cooperation (CJ9) for ISAF VI Headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan. He received three NATO medals for his service in NATO operations in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Kosovo and Afghanistan.
While serving in the Turkish Army, he earned a bachelor's degree in law from Ankara University and he is still a registered lawyer in the Istanbul Bar. He also holds four master's degrees: in international affairs, national and international security, management, and Turkish Revolution History, from the Army and Armed Forces Staff College in Istanbul. Before coming to the Groningen University to complete his doctoral thesis, he was a PhD Student at Marmara University European Union Institute in Istanbul.
He is fluent in Turkish, English, and understanding level French. He is an active athlete in skiing, tennis and table tennis, a musician, and a skilled bridge and chess player.
Expertise: Islam and Democracy, Civil-Military Relations, EU Law and Institutions, History of the Ottoman and Turkish Republic, Military and security affairs, the Balkans, Middle East and Afghanistan.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
PhD Researcher
Groningen Universiy
Groningen
08.2011 - 04.2022
Lawyer
Independent
Istanbul
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- Gathered evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
Branch Chief and Deputy Chief of Staff
Turkish Armed Forces NATO Assignment
Istanbul
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Coordinated and conducted Civil-Military Cooperation Operation at ISAF HQ in Afghanistan as Chief CJ9 for 6 months.
- Led or managed team of employees and monitored progress towards achieving project goals and objectives.
- Analyzed, interpreted and shared regulatory policy expertise.
- Maintained scheduling for main branch to keep shifts appropriately staffed.
- Exercised supervisory authorities and responsibilities involving work assignment and review..
- Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
- Implemented military process improvement initiatives within department.
- Supervised staff of 50 personnel by implementing NATO policies, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize military success.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with NATO standards and government regulations.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Set aggressive targets for subordinates to drive branches and divisions success and strengthen motivation.
Land Branch Chief
AFSOUTH
Napoli
08.1998 - 08.2001
- Conducted the NATO land operation in Kosovo and Bosnia Herzegovina.
- Inspected Spain, Italy, Greece and Turkey's land force units to check their operational readiness in terms of NATO Standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete operational plans on time.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Head of Turkish Military Delegation at MPRI
Turkish Armed Forces
Sarajevo
08.1997 - 08.1998
- Trained and equipped the Bosnian and Croatian Armed Forces together with the USA Military Professional Resources Inc.
Branch Chief at INTEL Branch
NATO - LSE HQ
izmir
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Worked within NATO standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Prepared and implemented intel annexes of NATO Land Operation.
- Planned and conducted LSE bases' safety and security.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Staff Officer
Turkish Armed Forces
Balikesir Edremit Diyarbakir
04.1990 - 08.1995
- Worked as staff officer at Brigade and Division HQs.
- Commanded a commando battalion at South East Turkey and participated in counterinsurgency operation.
National Security Staff College Student
Turkish Armed Forces
istanbul
09.1989 - 04.1990
War College Student
Turkish Armed Forces
istanbul
08.1987 - 08.1989
- Due to intensity of the curriculum in addition to military science I earned four master's degree during my education, which are: international affairs, national and international security, management, and Turkish Revolution History,
Security Company Commander
NATO - LSE
Izmir
08.1985 - 08.1987
- As the company commander he was responsible for the training, safety, security, and discipline of his soldiers. He was also responsible for mission accomplishment. He directed and supervised all phases of security and safety operations and employment of the unit. He maintained visibility of employed company assets and personnel.
- Planned and conducted security and safety operation of all NATO facilities in Izmir to deter criminal activity by adhering to the standard NATO security measures. The duties included reviewing video surveillance equipment to identify odd behaviors, patrolling the interior and exterior of a property in set intervals and only providing property access to authorized individuals.
Platoon and Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
Cyprus - Istanbul - Van - Gaziantep
08.1976 - 08.1985
Education
Ph.D. - International Relations And Politics
Groningen University
Groningen 08.2011 - 04.2022
Diploma - Strategic Level of Military Operation
National Security Staff College
Istanbul 09.1989 - 04.1990
Master of Arts - Military Science
War College
Istanbul 08.1987 - 07.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Law Faculty
Ankara 09.1979 - 07.1985
Certificate - Military Combat
Turkish Armed Forces Commando School
Eğirdir - Isparta 02.1980 - 08.1980
Certificate - Military Combat
Turkish Armed Forces Infantry School
Istanbul 09.1975 - 07.1976
Bachelor of Arts - Military Science
Turkish Armed Forces War Academy
Ankara 08.1972 - 08.1975
High School Diploma -
Kuleli Military High School
Istanbul 08.1969 - 08.1972
Skills
Self Motivated
Planning & Coordination
Analytical & Critical Thinking
Problem solving
Oral Communication
Written communication
Organization and time management
Flexible and adaptable
Teamwork and collaboration
Dependable and responsible
Decision making
Microsoft Office and Google Workspace knowledge
Threat, intelligence and risk assessments
Military operation
Strategic oversight
Political knowledge and assessments
Dispute resolution
Legal analysis
Investigation skill
Knowledge about radical and moderate Islam
EU Law and Politics
Timeline
PhD Researcher
Groningen Universiy
08.2011 - 04.2022
Ph.D. - International Relations And Politics
Groningen University
08.2011 - 04.2022
Lawyer
Independent
01.2006 - 01.2011
Branch Chief and Deputy Chief of Staff
Turkish Armed Forces NATO Assignment
08.2001 - 06.2006
Land Branch Chief
AFSOUTH
08.1998 - 08.2001
Head of Turkish Military Delegation at MPRI
Turkish Armed Forces
08.1997 - 08.1998
Branch Chief at INTEL Branch
NATO - LSE HQ
08.1995 - 08.1997
Staff Officer
Turkish Armed Forces
04.1990 - 08.1995
National Security Staff College Student
Turkish Armed Forces
09.1989 - 04.1990
Diploma - Strategic Level of Military Operation
National Security Staff College
09.1989 - 04.1990
War College Student
Turkish Armed Forces
08.1987 - 08.1989
Master of Arts - Military Science
War College
08.1987 - 07.1989
Security Company Commander
NATO - LSE
08.1985 - 08.1987
Certificate - Military Combat
Turkish Armed Forces Commando School
02.1980 - 08.1980
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Law Faculty
09.1979 - 07.1985
Platoon and Company Commander
Turkish Armed Forces
08.1976 - 08.1985
Certificate - Military Combat
Turkish Armed Forces Infantry School
09.1975 - 07.1976
Bachelor of Arts - Military Science
Turkish Armed Forces War Academy
08.1972 - 08.1975
High School Diploma -
Kuleli Military High School
08.1969 - 08.1972