Emanuela Zaimi

Background

About Emanuela Zaimi

I am a seasoned project manager with expertise in communications. I have experience in EU-funded projects (Erasmus+, IPA, AAL) and other donor-funded grant types (FFG, UNICEF, UNDP, Private Foundation, etc.) in the field of social inclusion, human rights, education and accessibility. I hold a Master of Arts in Business, specializing in "European Studies and Management of EU Projects" from FH Burgenland (2023, Austria), which complements my professional expertise in project management. My career highlights include also strategic communications in both the non-profit and business sectors, event planning and management, corporate fundraising, partnership building, and donor relations management. I also possess a Bachelor's Degree in "Public Relations and Publicity" from the Faculty of Science, Ankara University and another Master of Arts in Business focusing on "Creation and Development of Innovative SMEs in Transition Countries" from Bologna University. I am fluent in English, Albanian, Turkish and Italian, and I am currently advancing my German language skills, commencing my B1 Level course on February 3rd, 2025. My pro-active, entrepreneurial approach, inclusive and open-minded personality and the ability to adapt to new environments, coupled with my passion for social change to drive positive outcomes, enables me to thrive in a professional settings. Skills Project/Grant Writing and Management – Budget Planning – Strategic Planning – PM Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluating - Strategic Communication – Stakeholder Management – Networking and Partnership Development – Fundraising – Donor Relations – Event Planning and Management - Leadership and Team Building – Emotional Intelligence - Problem Solving and Critical Thinking – Adaptability – Cross Cultural Understanding - Multilingual Capacities - Advocacy – Public Speaking –– Media Relations