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Gotzone Sagardui

Gotzone Sagardui

Bilbao

Summary

Accomplished leader with a robust background in government and education, notably as Minister of Health for the Basque Country Government, where I spearheaded health policies and managed the COVID-19 pandemic response.

Expert in government relations and crisis management, I excel in strategic planning and team building, achieving operational efficiencies and fostering inclusive environments.

Diligent Leader with robust background in governance. Led key initiatives to improve community services and infrastructure. Demonstrated strategic planning and policy development skills as well as multitask development.

Government professional with extensive experience in public administration and community development. Known for fostering collaborative teams and achieving impactful results. Skilled in policy formulation and crisis management.

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

University Campus Manager

University of the Basque Country
06.2024 - Current
  • Managed budgets for various campus departments, resulting in cost savings and efficient resource allocation.
  • Oversaw comprehensive marketing campaigns that raised awareness of campus offerings and achievements within the community.
  • Increased campus engagement by organizing and implementing various student activities and events.
  • Streamlined administrative processes resulting in improved efficiency across multiple departments.
  • Created a supportive campus culture by implementing policies aimed at fostering inclusivity, diversity, and respect among students, faculty, and staff.
  • Reduced energy consumption on campus through the implementation of sustainable practices and initiatives.
  • Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of the institution, students and instructors.
  • Managing various buildings and taking care of the campus facilities, liaising with different suppliers


Minister of Health

Basque Country Goverment
09.2020 - 06.2024

Responsible for health policies, including management of the pandemic caused by COVID19.

Member of differrent Regional, National and European Comissions.

Head of COVID 19 Emergency Commitee.

President of the Basque Country Public Service, Osakidetza.

Deputy Mayor

Bilbao City Hall

Councilor for the Mayor's Office, Governance and Strategic Projects. Mayor's Office, Economic Development and Good Governance Coordinator. Responsible for Institutional Relations and International Relations.

Parliamentarian

Basque Country Parliament

Spokesperson of the Health Committee, member of the Education and Universities and Employment and Social Policies Committees.

Director of Active Employment Policies

Basque Country Government

Head of the Health Area of the Leioa Health Care C

Regional Government of Biscay

Head of Administration, Fine Arts Faculty

Basque Country University

Education

MBA - University Management

Universidad Alcalá De Henares
Alcalá De Henares, Madrid

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Risk Prevention

Universidad Francisco De Vitoria
Madrid, Spain

Bachelor of Science - Medicine

University of The Basque Country
Leioa, Basque Country, Spain

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Instituto Diocesano De Teología Y Pastoral
Bilbao, Spain

Superior Degree in Solfeggio And Harmony - Music

Conservatorio Oficial Juan Crisóstomo De Arriaga
Bilbao, Spain

Skills

  • Government relations
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Economic development
  • State representation
  • Constituent relations
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Planning and coordination
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Approachable leader
  • Team building
  • Strategic business planning
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Public Speaking
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Crisis Management

Teaching Experience

Venia Docendi for practical teaching in nursing school, Medicine and Nursing Faculty, Basque Country University.

Master's Degree in Integral Care in Palliative Care, Medicine and Nursing Faculty, Basque Country University. 

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Basque
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)
French
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

University Campus Manager

University of the Basque Country
06.2024 - Current

Minister of Health

Basque Country Goverment
09.2020 - 06.2024

Deputy Mayor

Bilbao City Hall

Parliamentarian

Basque Country Parliament

Director of Active Employment Policies

Basque Country Government

Head of the Health Area of the Leioa Health Care C

Regional Government of Biscay

Head of Administration, Fine Arts Faculty

Basque Country University

MBA - University Management

Universidad Alcalá De Henares

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Risk Prevention

Universidad Francisco De Vitoria

Bachelor of Science - Medicine

University of The Basque Country

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Instituto Diocesano De Teología Y Pastoral

Superior Degree in Solfeggio And Harmony - Music

Conservatorio Oficial Juan Crisóstomo De Arriaga
Gotzone Sagardui