Marina Kondrashova

Identified SME clients in need of assistance, developed terms of reference for projects, managed project implementation, evaluated the impact of projects after the completion. Contributed to the development of internal and donor reports to inform the donor on progress of SME support programme in Russia and utilisation of funding. Developed case studies of the most successful projects in Russia. Contributed to the development of global communication and visibility materials.

Assisted local SMEs in identifying potential business partners on international and Russian market; prepared business offers to reach potential partners. Provided consultation to SMEs about opportunities and requirements of Russian and international markets (tariff policies, customs regulations, quality standards etc.) Organized negotiations with potential partners; organized and coordinated business missions and participation of regional SMEs in international fairs.

Cooperation with customs authorities and transport companies. controlling the execution of contracts with foreign partners. Organisation of negotiations with potential and current foreign partners, correspondence with foreign partners. Organisation of business trips abroad; translation during negotiations (German); Translation of promotional materials of the company (brochures, catalogues).

Developed and distributed press releases; organized press conferences and other media events; contributed to production of promotional materials. Cooperated with communication departments of regional and federal authorities. Interpreted during negotiations with foreign partners (German). Drafted reports on media coverage.

Provided secretarial support to the Director and Deputy Director of the Branch, organized negotiations, coordinated implementation of visibility activities, organized teambealding events.

Intercultural Communication, Political Science, East Central European Studies