İlteriş Kağan Kan
Ankara
Summary
Accomplished International Relations Officer with a proven track record at Ankara Metropolitan Municipality. Expert in negotiation techniques and intercultural communication, enhancing diplomatic relations and fostering international partnerships. Successfully organized high-level meetings and events, leveraging multilingual proficiency and attention to detail to advance municipal interests and achieve strategic goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
International Relations Officer
Ankara Metropolitan Municipality
10.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with international stakeholders to enhance collaborative opportunities.
- Enhanced diplomatic relations by organizing and participating in high-level bilateral meetings and international conferences.
- Served as a liaison officer during state visits, ensuring smooth interactions between host country officials and visiting dignitaries.
- Actively participated in negotiations with foreign counterparts to strengthen alliances and advance municipal interests.
- Conducted extensive research on global affairs, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
- Assisted in organizing international conferences and events, ensuring seamless communication among participants.
- Prepared reports on international trends and their implications for municipal projects and initiatives.
- Supported negotiation efforts with foreign entities to foster partnerships aligned with municipal goals.
- Facilitated communication between domestic agencies and foreign governments, streamlining information sharing processes for improved efficiency.
Cultural Event Coordinator
Büyükçekmece Municipality
06.2021 - 10.2025
- Coordinated logistics for cultural events, ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery of services.
- Developed event schedules, aligning activities with organizational goals and community interests.
- Collaborated with local artists and vendors to enhance event offerings and foster partnerships.
- Managed budgets for events, tracking expenses to ensure financial accountability and resource optimization.
- Facilitated volunteer recruitment and training, enhancing team engagement and support during events.
- Supported cross-functional teams in executing diverse cultural programs that celebrate community heritage.
- Ensured seamless coordination of all event logistics including venue selection, catering arrangements, entertainment bookings, and guest registration.
- Effectively communicated project updates progress reports to team members stakeholders using concise clear language via email, phone calls, in-person meetings.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders such as local governments, non-profit organizations, sponsors, and volunteers to support future events.
- Enhanced cultural event experiences by strategically planning and coordinating all aspects of event execution.
- Increased attendee satisfaction by organizing diverse and engaging events that catered to various interests and age groups.
- Coordinated educational workshops, performances, and exhibitions showcasing diverse cultures within a community setting.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
International Relations Officer
Büyükçekmece Municipality
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Conducted research on global policies affecting local governance, providing insights for strategic planning.
- Facilitated cross-cultural training sessions for staff to promote understanding of international relations.
- Engaged with local communities to gather feedback on international programs and initiatives' effectiveness.
- Monitored compliance with international agreements, advising on necessary adjustments to local policies.
- Monitored political developments in designated regions, identifying trends that could impact the municipality's strategic interests abroad.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of international initiatives and projects.
- Actively participated in negotiations with foreign counterparts to strengthen alliances and advance municipal interests.
- Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
- Developed and maintained relationships with international stakeholders to enhance collaborative opportunities.
- Assisted in organizing international conferences and events, ensuring seamless communication among participants.
- Enhanced diplomatic relations by organizing and participating in high-level bilateral meetings and international conferences.
- Served as a liaison officer during state visits, ensuring smooth interactions between host country officials and visiting dignitaries.
- Conducted extensive research on global affairs, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
Education
Political Science And International Relations
Bahçeşehir University
Istanbul, Turkey06-2015
Skills
- Negotiation techniques
- Policy analysis
- Multilingual proficiency
- Intercultural communication
- Foreign policy
- Protocol compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
International Relations Officer
Ankara Metropolitan Municipality
10.2023 - Current
Cultural Event Coordinator
Büyükçekmece Municipality
06.2021 - 10.2025
International Relations Officer
Büyükçekmece Municipality
04.2017 - 06.2021
Political Science And International Relations
Bahçeşehir University