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Education
Skills
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Founder, President of Cultural Association
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Alona Kozyrieva

Project & Product Manager IT

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Project and Product Manager with 8+ years of experience leading complex digital transformation initiatives across diverse sectors. Proven ability to align business goals with innovative product solutions, drive cross-functional collaboration, and deliver measurable outcomes in dynamic, international environments. Skilled in creating value through user-centered product development, Agile methodologies, and inclusive leadership. Recognized for adaptability, rapid learning, and the ability to master new tools and domains with speed and precision.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Project Manager, Co-Product Owner

International Road Union
08.2022 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end product development and delivery of digital customs and road transit solutions (B2B, B2G, B2C, SaaS), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards
  • Define and maintain product vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy, tailored to stakeholder needs and market trends
  • Manage multiple projects by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, resource availability, and strategic value
  • Bridge strategy and execution across cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies (Kanban, Scrumban), enhancing collaboration and delivery speed
  • Represent the product in executive forums, workshops, and partner meetings, providing transparent status updates and driving alignment with business objectives
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies, proactively reducing potential disruptions to project timelines
  • Negotiate and manage third-party contracts, ensuring deliverables meet quality, budget, and timeline expectations
  • Promote innovation within teams, encouraging the adoption of emerging tools (e.g., AI) to enhance product performance and delivery efficiency

Consultant - Digital Strategy

APSARA Association, Freelance Activities
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assessed client needs, setting clear objectives and success criteria for each consulting engagement
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, financial models, and brand strategies to support growth
  • Conducted in-depth market and competitive research, identifying emerging trends to help clients stay agile and maintain a competitive edge
  • Analyzed customer insights and feedback to recommend product and service enhancements, improving user experience and client satisfaction
  • Led website design and development projects from concept through launch
  • Project Highlight – Association Apsara:
    Led the creation of a funding proposal under Geneva's Digital Culture Programme, including project concept design and detailed financial analysis to support strategic grant objectives

Project Manager - Healthcare

TMed SA, Confidentiel Lux SA
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Led end-to-end project management for early-stage companies, focusing on business process design, operational efficiency, and digital transformation
  • Identified project goals, resource needs, and delivery plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines
  • Conducted business analysis and implemented customized CRM systems, improving internal workflows and client relationship management
  • Fostered high team engagement by promoting a collaborative, inclusive working environment
  • Strengthened client relationships, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations through proactive communication and quality delivery
  • Supported brand development through targeted marketing campaigns, events, and partnership

Business Analyst - Enterprise Solutions

Terrasoft (Creatio), ABBYY
02.2013 - 09.2015
  • Defined business needs and translated them into clear requirements, ensuring alignment with project scope and stakeholder expectations
  • Performed gap analyses between current systems/processes and target outcomes, identifying opportunities for system enhancement
  • Collaborated closely with development teams throughout the SDLC to align technical features with business goals and ensure timely delivery
  • Created user stories, BPMN process models, and detailed functional specifications
  • Managed product backlogs and supported Agile/Scrum practices, participating in ceremonies to drive continuous delivery and iterative improvement
  • Developed comprehensive training and support documentation, enabling effective onboarding and adoption of new systems and procedures

Education

Master degree - Energy Management

National Technical University of Ukraine KPI
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2007 - 12.2013

Skills

    Strategic vision

    Business development

    Entrepreneurial and innovative

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Operations management

    Partnership building

    Growth mindset

    Multitasking Abilities

    Decision-making

    Effective communication

    Adaptable and flexible

    Problem-solving aptitude

Certification

Professional Scrum Product Owner

Interests

Dancing, Yoga, Sport, Music, Cultures, Personal development

Founder, President of Cultural Association

YIY-BO Association, Geneva, Aug 2023 - Present

Timeline

Management of cultural projects, ARTOS

03-2024

Professional Scrum Product Owner

12-2023

Project Manager, Co-Product Owner

International Road Union
08.2022 - Current

Consultant - Digital Strategy

APSARA Association, Freelance Activities
01.2021 - 08.2022

Project Management IPMA

12-2019

Project Manager - Healthcare

TMed SA, Confidentiel Lux SA
06.2017 - 05.2019

Business Analyst - Enterprise Solutions

Terrasoft (Creatio), ABBYY
02.2013 - 09.2015

Master degree - Energy Management

National Technical University of Ukraine KPI
01.2007 - 12.2013
Alona KozyrievaProject & Product Manager IT