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GÜL CENKÇİLER

Barcelona

Summary

Results-oriented Project Manager with international experience across Europe, Latin America, and Africa, leading development aid projects, venture programs, and community-based initiatives. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing large-scale events, and building meaningful partnerships. Committed to driving social impact through hands-on project execution, with a strong focus on sustainability, inclusion, and community empowerment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Partnerships and Events

Oceanic Global
11.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated events through guest management, venue research, and vendor outreach for seamless execution.
  • Managed databases and CRM systems, facilitating accurate tracking of KPIs and record maintenance.
  • Supported cross-functional teams by preparing reporting sheets and marketing materials to enhance communication efforts.

Project Manager

Esade eWorks
Barcelona
09.2024 - Current
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the venture creation programs by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing new initiatives.
  • Play a crucial role in planning and managing the execution of the day-to-day operations of the venture creation programs, including planning, coordinating, and executing program activities and events.

Event Coordinator

Esade eWorks
Barcelona
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Organized biweekly Founders Meetups and a boot camp for the eWorks accelerator, increasing engagement and facilitating valuable networking and learning opportunities for eWorks entrepreneurs.
  • Coordinated and organized the Esade Entrepreneurship Summit, a major event with approximately 300 attendees, managing all aspects of the event to ensure a seamless and successful experience.

Junior Expert

ICMPD Western Balkans and Turkey Regional Office
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided operational and administrative support for the ENHANCER project, demonstrating strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Assisted in monitoring and evaluating of the ENHANCER project in the field of social integration, ensuring compliance with project timelines and funding requirements.
  • Collaborated with diverse stakeholders to organize impactful B2B events, fostering social inclusion for Syrians and creating valuable partnerships for Syrian entrepreneurs.

Analyst of Social Entrepreneurs

ASHOKA Mexico
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Conducted extensive research and benchmarking, as well as reference checks, to analyze the social impact of entrepreneurs and determine their eligibility for selection and promotion as ASHOKA Fellows.

Environmental Education Volunteer

AMEXTRA
Mexico
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Collaborated in agroforestry and reforestation initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and preserving biodiversity.
  • Contributed to capacity building programs focused on empowering rural communities and improving their livelihoods through training and education.

Community Engagement Volunteer

Sadhana Forest Kenya
Kenya
01.2019 - 07.2019
  • Led resource allocation efforts to enhance food security in the area, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - International Relations

Özyeğin University
Istanbul
06.2018

Skills

  • MS office
  • Canva
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Miro
  • Notion
  • Slack
  • Event coordination
  • Vendor relations
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Presentation
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking

Languages

Turkish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Certification

  • Humanitarian Aid Training, Bioforce, 2024
  • Global Service Jam, 2023
  • Global Goals Jam, UNDP, 2022
  • EIT Food RIS Inspire Programme Summer School, 2022
  • Rising Opportunities in the Food and Agriculture Sector Training Series, ImpactHub, 2022
  • Permaculture Design Certificate, Permatürk Vakfı, 2022
  • Reduce carbon footprint contest (Finalist), İmeceLab, 2021
  • Climate Journalism Training, P24 Independent Journalism Platform, 2021

Interests

  • Sustainability
  • Ocean Conservation
  • Food Security
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Wellbeing
  • Mental health

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Partnerships and Events

Oceanic Global
11.2024 - Current

Project Manager

Esade eWorks
09.2024 - Current

Event Coordinator

Esade eWorks
02.2024 - 09.2024

Junior Expert

ICMPD Western Balkans and Turkey Regional Office
02.2022 - 09.2023

Analyst of Social Entrepreneurs

ASHOKA Mexico
01.2022 - 06.2022

Environmental Education Volunteer

AMEXTRA
06.2020 - 12.2020

Community Engagement Volunteer

Sadhana Forest Kenya
01.2019 - 07.2019

Bachelor's Degree - International Relations

Özyeğin University

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