Tamar

Tamar Chakvetadze Work permit: Czech Sex: Female Date of birth: 24/08/1987 Phone: (- (Mobile) https://en.enviros.cz/ Place of birth: Tbilisi Nationality: Georgian Email:- Website: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamar-chakvetadze-bb85b5a0/ Whatsapp Messenger: - Address: Trojicka 1904/14, 12800, Prague, Czechia (Home) ABOUT MYSELF Accomplished executive with strong academic credentials and over 10 years of experience in project coordination, consulting, and international affairs. Proven track record in managing complex, transformative initiatives, drafting strategic documents, leading negotiations, and organizing high-level forums, conferences, seminars, and training programs. Extensive experience in both Georgia and currently the Czech Republic, leading teams and coordinating projects and programs implemented by international organizations and financial institutions, including the EBRD, EIB, GIZ, USAID, UNDP, and the European Commission. Areas of expertise include energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate adaptation and mitigation, green policy and procurement, business integrity, and supporting public authorities in developing investment concepts. Early in my career, I led several business integrity initiatives aligned with national government action plans and EU directives. I have actively participated in roundtable discussions organized by the OECD and provided consulting services to businesses on integrity, ethics, and transparency. Hold Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in International Relations, both with honors. Also a participant in various international education and professional training programs. WORK EXPERIENCE  ENVIROS S.R.O. MEMBER OF KOMERČNÍ BANKA/SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE – PRAGUE, CZECHIA SENIOR CONSULTANT, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS OF ENERGY AND LIVING ENVIRONMENT – 12/03/2023 – CURRENT Local and international project management (environment, Energy) • Coordination of several international projects initiated on the EU and worldwide level • Member of validation team of Investment Concepts for European Cities. • Organizing workshops, and trainings for PAs on various energy environmental issues. • Participating in the preparation of tendering documentation for submitting announced calls of proposals. • Drafting deliverables of the projects.  GEORGIAN COMPETITION AND CONSUMER AGENCY – TBILISI, GEORGIA DONOR RELATIONS AND PROJECTS COORDINATOR – 05/02/2020 – 05/02/2023 Coordinated cooperation with donors and international organizations to support the implementation of the Agency’s functions in the areas of competition policy, anti-dumping measures in trade relations, Green Procurement policy, and consumer protection. Oversaw the fundraising process, contributed to drafting the Agency’s Organizational Strategy, ensured the Agency’s active participation in international platforms, and organized advocacy campaigns as well as informative and consultative workshops for the business community and public agencies.  OFFICE OF THE BUSINESS OMBUDSMAN OF GEORGIA – TBILISI, GEORGIA DONOR RELATIONS AND PROJECTS COORDINATOR – 05/02/2018 – 05/02/2020 Established and coordinated cooperation with donors and international organizations, with a particular focus on close collaboration with the OECD, donor agencies, and local partners to lead business integrity initiatives in Georgia. Organized activities to promote transparent and effective public-private sector cooperation and provided consultations to the business community on EU directives. Led the development of the Business Ombudsman web platform/software with the support of the World Bank/IFC to facilitate and streamline communication between the government and the business sector. Coordinated and hosted multiple events—including trainings, forums, and conferences—in partnership with donor organizations, international and local companies, business associations, consulting firms, and NGOs. Drafted and published monthly and annual statistical reports and informational bulletins. Represented the institution at international and local working meetings, including: • OECD Round Table on Business Integrity, Paris • Business Forum: Promoting Investment Retention and Expansion (P2P), organized by the World Bank, Malaysia (Speaker)  TBILISI CITY HALL, MUNICIPALITY – TBILISI, GEORGIA PROJECTS COORDINATOR – 23/10/2016 – 05/02/2018 Drafting, implementing, and monitoring projects initiated with the cooperation of donors and international organizations. • Green City Action Plan for Tbilisi (GCAP) - supported with EBRD • Energy Efficiency Refurbishment of Public Buildings in Tbilisi, finance by EBRD. • Mayors for Economic Growth (M4EG)) initiated by EU Commission. • Member of the City Hall Commission of fundraising. • One of the organizers of the Annual International Business Forum established by the Tbilisi City Hall.  ORGANIZATION FOR SECURITY AND CO-OPERATION IN EUROPE (OSCE) – TBILISI, GEORGIA ASSISTANT TO THE MISSION OF OSCE TO GEORGIA, CONTRACTOR – 10/05/2010 – 10/05/2015 • Providing mission members with interpretation services; • Preparing monthly reports; • Organizing meetings with public and private sectors representatives.  COMMITTEE ON EUROPEAN INTEGRATION OF THE PARLIAMENT OF GEORGIA – TBILISI, GEORGIA LEADING SPECIALIST (INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, PROJECT COORDINATOR) – 12/11/2007 – 28/12/2009 • Cooperation with donors and international organizations; • Coordinating Projects regarding Georgia EU harmonization process (TWINNING, TACIS). EDUCATION AND TRAINING 15/09/2018 – 26/06/2020 Tbilisi, Georgia MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA) Address Marie Brosse 2, Tbilisi, 0108, Tbilisi, Georgia Website gipa.ge 15/09/2003 – 20/11/2007 Tbilisi, Georgia BACHELOR DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY HISTORY Iv. Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University Address 1, Chavchavadze Ave, 0179, Tbilisi, Georgia Website www.tsu.ge/ 10/06/2024 – 26/07/2024 Prague, Czechia CERTIFICATE- SUSTAINABLE FINANCE TAXONOMIES GIZ,IFC-facilitated Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN) 20/10/2019 – 25/10/2019 Turin, Italy CERTIFICATE - INTERNATIONAL LABOUR STANDARDS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY International Labour Organization (ILO) Address Viale Maestri del Lavoro, 10, 10127, Turin, Italy Website https://www.itcilo.org/ Tbilisi, Georgia CERTIFICATE- TRAINING ON SYSTEMIC INVESTOR RESPONSE MECHANISM (SIRM) World Bank - IFC Address 5A, Nino Ramishvili Str, 0179, Tbilisi, Georgia Website www.worldbank.org/ge 12/06/2018 – 15/06/2018 Tbilisi, Georgia CERTIFICATE - TRAINING ON MEDIATION BETWEEN BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SECTORS IHK Academy Munich and Upper Bavaria gGmbH Address 7 Ingorokva St - Office of the Business Ombudsman of Georgia , 0114, Tbilisi, Georgia Website https://akademie.muenchen.ihk.de/akademie-standorte/muenchen/ 12/04/2017 – 10/12/2017 Tbilisi, Georgia CERTIFICATE - TRAINING ON STRATEGY, ACTION PLAN AND RISK MANAGEMENT Association of Young Economists of Georgia (AYEG) Address 35 Vakhtang Orbeliani St, 0105, Tbilisi, Georgia Website http://www.economists.ge/en/ 17/10/2007 – 20/12/2008 Tbilisi, Georgia CERTIFICATE - SEMINAR ON EUROPEAN UNION AND GEORGIA Georgian Economic Policy and Legal Advice Center (GEPLAC) Address Chitadze 3A, str., 0108, Tbilisi, Georgia 14/11/2007 – 19/11/2007 Tbilisi, Georgia CERTIFICATE - TRAINING ON PROJECT CYCLE MANAGEMENT (PCM) EU Delegation to Georgia Address 64b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue, 0179, Tbilisi, Georgia Website https://eeas.europa.eu/delegations/georgia_en LANGUAGE SKILLS Mother tongue(s): GEORGIAN Other language(s): UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction ENGLISH C2 C2 C2 C2 C2 RUSSIAN C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user - B1 and B2: Independent user - C1 and C2: Proficient user SKILLS Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Power Point Outlook Microsoft Powerpoint Facebook Microsoft Office Google Docs Instagram Google Drive Social Media Zoom Microsoft PowerPoint Twitter Written and Verbal skills Decision-making Reliability Analytical skills Presenting Team-work oriented Skype LinkedIn Internet user Word Motivated Organizational and planning skills Critical thinking Conflict resolution Responsibility PROJECTS 03/10/2023 – CURRENT ClimateFit Supporting innovative financing mechanisms for adaptation to climate change by providing key insight into financing sources and strategies. Assess 20 regions' finance needs for climate resilience, Align with EU Taxonomy for sustainability, Pair public authorities with financial experts, and develop 20 new investment cases via InvestEU. Name of Client - EASME – H2020 & CINEA - LIFE Link https://climatefit-heu.eu/about/ 04/04/2019 – CURRENT EU City Facility supporting cities and municipalities in developing investment concepts of energy efficiency and CO2 reduction (grant and technical support). Main activities include evaluation of proposals and validation of investment concepts. Name of Client - EASME – Horizon 2020 Link https://www.eucityfacility.eu/home.html 11/01/2023 – 30/05/2023 Aid for Trade Elaborating 3 feasibility studies for small hydroelectric power plants and/or alternative power supply with renewable energy sources in three mountain valleys around Aragvi River basin, in Dusheti Municipality, Georgia Name of Client , Ministry of Industry of Trade of Czech Republic. Donor UNDP Challenge Fund Link https://en.enviros.cz/11834/ 02/11/2016 – 04/11/2017 Green City Action Plan for Tbilisi. The overall objective of this Assignment was to apply the Methodology and assist the City of Tbilisi to develop a Green City Action Plan that was signed off by the City Council. Many of the recommended projects have been, or are in the process of being, implemented with a total investment of several hundred million Euros. Name of Client -EBRD Link https://ebrdgreencities.com/assets/Uploads/PDF/GCAP_Tblisi.pdf 12/11/2016 – 07/07/2017 Energy Efficiency Refurbishment of Public Buildings in Tbilisi Review the existing building stock of the Municipality of Tbilisi (“the City”) by compiling a complete database and by developing a prioritized investment programme based on 4 selected buildings as agreed with the City by encompassing energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Name of client - EBRD. 13/11/2022 – 10/12/2023 The long-term organizational and communication strategy for Georgian Competition and Consumer Agency With the support of USAID, the National Competition Agency developed a long-term organizational and communication strategy. In parallel with the adoption of amendments to the Georgian Law "On Competition," antidumping legislation came into force in 2021, and the Agency’s relevant department began operations. Additionally, the staff of the Public Procurement Dispute Resolution Board commenced their work under the Agency's structure. Given these new developments, rebranding and the creation of long-term organizational and communication strategies were crucial for the Agency in effectively managing these changes. 12/11/2018 – 05/04/2019 Digital Business Platform Project Manager of developing the portal.businessombudsman.ge which serves as a crucial tool for businesses in Georgia to engage with the Business Ombudsman's office, ensuring their rights are protected and fostering a more favorable investment climate.The platform is an online tool to facilitate communication between businesses and the Business Ombudsman of Georgia. Launched with support from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and funding from the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the portal aims to streamline the process for businesses to raise concerns and seek assistance regarding issues affecting their operations.