Hatice Yuksel
Senior Project Manager @Agriculture And Rural Development Institution
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Project Manager @Agriculture And Rural Development Institution
Specialized in EU-funded construction, agricultural modernization, and rural development projects.I managed and evaluated over 100 EU-funded rural development projects, each averaging €1.5 million, with a total regional investment of approximately €230 million. These projects contributed to the sustainable development and modernization of the agricultural and rural economy in the Aegean region.Key Responsibilities:Conducted completeness and eligibility assessments of project applications and prepared payment authorization forms to ensure accurate disbursement of EU grants to beneficiaries.Coordinated with field staff and engineers throughout all construction phases — from foundation to final delivery — verifying compliance with technical standards, cost estimates, and invoicing requirements.Prepared financial validation reports and submitted fund requests to the national treasury for approved projects.Managed tax declarations and reporting to relevant authorities upon project completion.Investment Areas:Livestock, dairy, and crop productionFood processing and cold storage facilitiesSlaughterhouses and rural infrastructureConstruction of hotels, restaurants, and recreational areas supporting rural tourism and sustainable growthAdditional Roles:Led the preparation and submission of EU-funded projects (ERASMUS+ & HORIZON EUROPE), aligning proposals with institutional strategies and development priorities.Built and managed national and international partnerships to enhance collaboration and resource mobilization.Oversaw project budgeting, reporting, and documentation, ensuring full EU compliance and transparent administration.Facilitated clear communication between technical teams, institutional partners, and EU stakeholders across all project stages.
EDUCATION
University of Reading
Master of Science - MSc, Agricultural Economics
Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania (MAICh)
Master's degree, Business Economics & Management
Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania (MAICh)
Postgraduate Diploma, Business Economics & Management
Hacettepe University
Bachelor's degree, Economics
SKILLS
ABOUT HATICE YUKSEL
As a results-driven professional with a solid background in project management and administration, I bring extensive experience in leading large-scale EU-funded projects and driving strategic initiatives across both public and private sectors.I hold dual Master’s degrees in Agricultural Economics (University of Reading, UK) and Business Economics and Management (MAICh, Greece), and I am deeply passionate about sustainability, innovation, and effective project delivery.With a proven track record of managing multi-million Euro projects and achieving a 98% success rate in meeting performance targets, I specialize in end-to-end project administration — covering financial oversight, compliance, reporting, stakeholder coordination, and risk management. Throughout my career, I have managed EU-funded initiatives involving construction, equipment procurement, and technical support components, with total project budgets exceeding €400 million, ensuring full alignment with EU and institutional regulations.Previously, at ARDSI, I lead the preparation and submission of EU projects (ERASMUS+ & HORIZON EUROPE), manage strategic partnerships at both national and international levels. At Mimica (London), I gained hands-on experience in agile project management within a fast-paced, innovation-driven start-up environment focused on food waste reduction and sustainable product development.Fluent in both English and Turkish, I excel in multicultural environments and thrive in roles that demand adaptability, collaboration, and continuous learning. A recipient of the prestigious Jean Monnet Scholarship, I am passionate about delivering impactful, sustainable, and compliant projects that contribute to long-term development goals. I am also proud to hold the right to live and work in the UK.
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