Kati Kataja
Studentin, Project Management Professional, PMI
Ludwigsburg, Deutschland
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Results-oriented project manager with over 8 years of experience in complex projects in different environments. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes, handle diverse challenges, and adapt to change in fast-paced environments.
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Berufserfahrung von Kati Kataja
1 Jahr und 8 Monate, Okt. 2021 - Mai 2023
Project Manager
USAID
- Led and implemented Google Workspace projects, strengthening the organisation's project management skills in planning, implementation and delivery. - Developed and implemented IT training programs while enhancing communication and collaboration skills with project teams and stakeholders. - Facilitated the digitalisation process for MERP, outlining steps for easy digitisation without major organisational change. I supported MERP through adopting new digital solutions.
7 Monate, März 2021 - Sep. 2021
Managing Consultant
Verona Consulting
- Provided project management consultancy and evaluation services in various industries, including biotechnology, public administration and finance. - Trained and developed clients' project management skills with an emphasis on planning, collaboration and risk management. - Designed and delivered project management e-learning training programmes for clients.
11 Monate, Juni 2017 - Apr. 2018
Senior HR Specialist
Federal Ministry of Finance
As project manager of the HR productivity project, I was responsible for planning the development of HR management in 67 central government organisations. - Improved HR processes to simplify work and improve user experience and efficiency (e.g. full use of service centre services and digitalisation of HR) - Mentored data management team to encourage organisations to use a wider range of data for decision-making.
1 Jahr und 8 Monate, Okt. 2015 - Mai 2017
Accountant
Finnish Center Association
4 Jahre und 10 Monate, Dez. 2010 - Sep. 2015
SAP Program Manager
State Treasury
Finnish government (Kieku) SAP ERP productivity program rollouts leader. - Responsible for rollouts to 25 government agencies (over 20,000 end users). - Defined project goals, developed comprehensive project plans, and efficiently allocated resources to maximise productivity and achieve program objectives. - Monitored project progress, identified potential roadblocks, and implemented corrective actions. - Led and supported project managers and expert teams in Change, HR, Financial and IT.
2 Jahre und 2 Monate, Nov. 2008 - Dez. 2010
Financial Management Specialist
State Treasury
Finnish government asset accounting (SAP AA) concept owner. - Integral role in multidisciplinary team collaboration for government financial and human resource SAP ERP program development. - Planned and implemented financial management processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness and trained SAP accounting systems for accounting and financial experts from governmental organisations. - Planned the learning roadmap for financial management change.
2 Jahre und 3 Monate, Aug. 2006 - Okt. 2008
Accounting assistant
Senate Properties
9 Monate, Nov. 2005 - Juli 2006
Funding secretary
The Finnish Paper Workers’ Union
2 Jahre und 1 Monat, Nov. 2003 - Nov. 2005
Accounting Secretary
Parliament of Finland
Ausbildung von Kati Kataja
Bis heute 7 Monate, seit Dez. 2023
Project Management Professional
PMI
4 Jahre und 11 Monate, Sep. 2009 - Juli 2014
Financial Administration and Public Sector Accounting
University of Tampere
2 Jahre und 11 Monate, Aug. 2005 - Juni 2008
Financial management
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
1 Jahr und 10 Monate, Aug. 2002 - Mai 2004
Business and Administration
Helsinki Business College
2000 - 2001
Electronics
Tampere Vocational Adult Education Centre TAKK
Sprachen
Finnisch
Muttersprache
Englisch
Fließend
Deutsch
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