Bozena Kalata
an Officer - Procurement, Internal Controls and Business Support @United Nations World Food Programme
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WORK HISTORY
an Officer - Procurement, Internal Controls and Business Support @United Nations World Food Programme
Rome, IT
Key Responsibilities:• Cross-Functional Project Management – Coordinate and direct emergency deployment of aircraft and crew, evacuations and cargo uplift for various missions, liaising with internal and external stakeholders to secure contracts, permits, maintenance and training schedules, ensuring technical and regulatory compliance with governmental and UN requirements• Team Leadership - Manage a team of five, overseeing financial controls for 21 UNHAS operations, 30 air operators, and 80 aircraft• Financial Oversight - Manage an annual budget of approximately USD 300 million, ensuring accurate payment processing and expenditure tracking and control• Contract Portfolio Management - Negotiate and secure global contracts for cost-effective and reliable aviation services for UN World Food Programme and partnering humanitarian agencies.• Policy Compliance - Ensure adherence to policies and procedures among internal and external stakeholders, with focus on safety, security, training and insurance requirement
EDUCATION
EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics
EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
ABOUT BOZENA KALATA
10+ years of demonstrated leadership, relationship management, and team development through strong interpersonal and communication skills, ensuring long-term strategic and short-term tactical goals are aligned. Successful experience in international and multicultural business environments, with significant roles in Supply Chain Management, Cargo Operations (Ops) management and Vendor management. Exemplary work ethic and introduction of innovative programs designed to increase productivity and value, while focusing on continuous improvement and performance management. Core Skills Effective Leadership • Project Management • Vendor Management • Budget & Cost Ownership • Contracting & Procurement • Supply Chain Management • Logistics • Strategic Planning • Commercial & Business Development • Quality Control • Process Development & Optimization • Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s) & Metrics Analysis • Relationship Management
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