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MELITKA KRIZMAN

MELITKA KRIZMAN

Copenhagen

Summary

Compassionate professional with several years of experience working with children as well as working in the development field in Africa. Skilled at managing cases with great attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and understanding of local conditions. Eager to contribute to a team and support organizational goals with my proactive attitude, ability to learn quickly, and kindness. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in disadvantaged environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Assistance Specialist

NCNC Administration ApS
Copenhagen, Denmark
11.2016 - 08.2024
  • Developed action plans outlining goals and objectives in collaboration with clients.
  • Performed home visits to support and evaluate clients progress.
  • Kept in contact with families by phone in accordance with the goals.
  • Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.

Researcher and Natcafe Helper

REDEN International
Copenhagen, Denmark
09.2016 - 12.2017
  • Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research to identify gaps in knowledge and inform project objectives.
  • Organized data in logical ways to enable efficient analysis and effective communication of findings.
  • Supported field research projects of large scope and complexity under guidance of leadership.

Consultant

UNESCO, United Nations
Ethiopia
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss project details and timelines.
  • Created comprehensive reports on project progress and results for clients.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
  • Maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders throughout the duration of the project lifecycle.
  • Participated in training and managing new hires to bring new team members up to speed.

Project Designer and Project Manager

LAURITZEN FOUNDATION, Denmark, Ghana
07.2011 - 11.2013
  • Developed project plans and timelines to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Maintained database of project designs and client information.
  • Coordinated with production teams regarding implementation of design projects.
  • Analyzed feedback from customers to refine product designs accordingly.
  • Evaluated existing products for potential improvement opportunities.
  • Assisted in the preparation of cost estimates related to design projects.
  • Monitored progress of design projects and adjusted schedules as needed.
  • Facilitated communication between designers, engineers, vendors, and clients.
  • Updated clients and key stakeholders on project milestones.
  • Prepared and participated in project design reviews.

Monitoring and Evaluation Intern

IBIS, Ghana
Bole, Ghana
01.2011 - 06.2011
  • Conducted research to support the evaluation team's work and analysis of program performance.
  • Assisted in developing survey instruments, interview protocols, data collection tools, and other evaluation materials.
  • Gathered and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, documents, and other sources.

Researcher

Oxford Research Group, Copenhagen, Denmark
08.2010 - 11.2010
  • Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using data analysis tools to identify and validate research conclusions.
  • Identified relevant questions and determined best methods of collection.
  • Communicated findings to clients using multimedia, narrative writing and presentation skills to tell informative and compelling stories.

Crisis Center for Children and Youth

Social Center for Families and Children, Ljubljana
Ljubljana, Slovenia
09.2005 - 09.2008
  • Provided support and guidance to children with behaviour and emotional challanges.
  • Monitored youth and childrem living in the institutions and provided feedback to their caseworkes.
  • Participated in regular professional development opportunities related to best practices in working with special populations.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.

Education

Speciazation in Couples And Family Theraphy - Psychology

University of Ljubljana
08-2024

M.Sc.Soc in Organizational Innovations and Entrepreneurship with a minor in Business and Development Studies -

Copenhagen Business School
Denmark
09.2014

Cand.Mag. in African Studies -

University of Copenhagen
Denmark
12.2012

B.Sc and MA in Sociology -

Faculty of Social Science Ljubljana, Slovenia and Copenhagen University
09.2009

Skills

  • Child welfare advocate
  • Experience with at-risk youth
  • Family needs assessments
  • Report Generation
  • Effective Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Case Management
  • Evaluation and assessment
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • SPSS large data analysis application
  • English (fluent)
  • Danish (good)
  • Slovenian (native)

Special Certifications

Yoga and meditation teacher

Hobbies and Interests

I am a passionate walker and prefer walking over other means of transportantion, when conditions allow. In such manner, I get to experience life of the local community and push myself to interact with others. Two summers ago, I challanged myself to go on the street for 20 consequent days on the city streets and find every day one person to have  conversation with over a cup of coffee. I love to write and hear people´s stories and once I wrote a blog publishing them. 

Timeline

Family Assistance Specialist

NCNC Administration ApS
11.2016 - 08.2024

Researcher and Natcafe Helper

REDEN International
09.2016 - 12.2017

Consultant

UNESCO, United Nations
02.2015 - 12.2015

Project Designer and Project Manager

LAURITZEN FOUNDATION, Denmark, Ghana
07.2011 - 11.2013

Monitoring and Evaluation Intern

IBIS, Ghana
01.2011 - 06.2011

Researcher

Oxford Research Group, Copenhagen, Denmark
08.2010 - 11.2010

Crisis Center for Children and Youth

Social Center for Families and Children, Ljubljana
09.2005 - 09.2008

Speciazation in Couples And Family Theraphy - Psychology

University of Ljubljana

M.Sc.Soc in Organizational Innovations and Entrepreneurship with a minor in Business and Development Studies -

Copenhagen Business School

Cand.Mag. in African Studies -

University of Copenhagen

B.Sc and MA in Sociology -

Faculty of Social Science Ljubljana, Slovenia and Copenhagen University

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