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Zapanovici Aliona

Zapanovici Aliona

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong communication and time management skills. Experienced in navigating challenges and committed to continuously improving processes. With a solid educational background and relevant experience, I bring a unique combination of technical knowledge and interpersonal skills to my role, enabling me to handle tasks effectively and efficiently.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agile Coach

Fintechlab
05.2022 - Current
  • Spearhead the Agile transformation of multiple development teams and cross-functional departments within the organization.
  • Ensure seamless implementation and adherence to Agile methodologies, promoting efficiency and transparency.
  • Instill an Agile mindset among teams and senior management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptive thinking.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Sync, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective, to maximize team productivity.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Managers to align backlog priorities with the team’s goals and strategic objectives.
  • Coach team members on Agile values, principles, and best practices, empowering them to deliver high-quality results.
  • Proactively identify and remove obstacles to facilitate smooth project delivery and promote a collaborative work environment.
  • Act as a mediator between development teams and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and understanding of project requirements.
  • Form cross-functional feature teams to streamline product development, promoting synergy and innovation.


Introduced and implemented Agile principles in non-technical departments such as Marketing, Growth, Data, and Customer Care, enhancing overall organizational efficiency and collaboration.

Scrum Master

Noction SRL
10.2021 - Current

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
• Coach team members on Scrum values, principles, and practices to increase their understanding and adherence.
• Ensure Scrum framework is followed and continuously improved.
• Identify and remove obstacles to ensure smooth delivery of projects.
• Promote transparency, inspection, and adaptation throughout the development process.
• Act as a mediator between the team and stakeholders to foster a positive and productive working relationship.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and experimentation.
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and communication among team members.
• Ensure the team is focused on delivering valuable, high-quality deliverables within each Sprint.


Worked with both IRP and NFA teams simultaneously, demonstrating strong multitasking skills and the ability to effectively manage complex projects.

QA Engineer

Noction SRL
06.2021 - 10.2021

Completed project induction and gained hands-on experience in QA processes and project documentation.

Database Manager

Noction SRL
01.2019 - 06.2021

• Managed potential and existing customer databases using Salesforce, Hubspot, and WHMCS.
• Conducted lead generation through internet searches and data mining.
• Validated, qualified, and routed leads.
• Provided CRM and lead management support to sales reps globally.
• Monitored KPIs, kept records, and generated reports.
• Investigated outdated contact data and maintained data hygiene.
• Created engaging content for Noction Moldova’s Facebook page to increase brand awareness. Targeting HR-related messages to external audiences, such as graduates and other prospective employees.

Reporting Specialist

Agency of Intervention and Payments for Agriculture (AIPA)
01.2018 - 01.2019

• Centralized data for reporting on subsidizing and managing national and external funds.
• Collaborated with agency subdivisions and EU experts to prepare reports on fund management.
• Prepared annual, half-yearly, quarterly and weekly reports as required by management or governmental institutions.
• Provided analytical-informational materials on the management of the National Fund for the Development of Agriculture and Rural Environment and other projects.
• Elaborated studies, reports, and syntheses related to subsidizing.
• Worked with IT department to ensure the relevant information was included in reports.
• Participated in agency event planning, managed details, and handled any arising issues.

Technical Designer - Interior Designer

Cadova Impex SRL
07.2006 - 01.2018

• Coordinated interior design projects (living & office spaces), including technical planning and swimming pool design.
• Managed workload and deadlines with design team to meet project schedule and budget.
• Facilitated communication between clients, construction personnel, and design team.
• Scheduled site visits to measure and photograph spaces, review and approve installations.
• Achieved high-degree client satisfaction and promoted new offers and services.
• Attended and organized presentational events and exhibitions.
• Designed and produced all promotional materials and advertising.

Education

Professional Master’s Degree - Information Technology for Business

Technical University of Moldova
2021

Licentiate - Economic Sciences, Business And Administration

Technical University of Moldova
2011

Licentiate & Master’s degree - Architecture

Technical University of Moldova
2011

Skills

Jira, Confluence, Notion, Figma, Whimsical, Miro, SalesForce, Hubspot,

WHMCS, 8x8 Analytics, Google Analytics, Autocad, Adobe Photoshop

Certification

  • PSM II (Jan 2023, scrum.org)
  • PSM I (Jun 2021, scrum.org)
  • PSPO I (Nov 2021, scrum.org)
  • IT Project Management (Apr 2022, Tekwill Academy)

Additional Information

Mentor | Tech Women Moldova 2023 Mentoring Program

  • Guided aspiring professionals in Agile and Scrum practices, empowering them in the tech industry.
  • Facilitated workshops and mentoring sessions to promote learning and growth.
  • Empowered mentees to pursue successful careers in the tech industry through Agile principles.

Languages

Romanian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Russian
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Agile Coach

Fintechlab
05.2022 - Current

Scrum Master

Noction SRL
10.2021 - Current

QA Engineer

Noction SRL
06.2021 - 10.2021

Database Manager

Noction SRL
01.2019 - 06.2021

Reporting Specialist

Agency of Intervention and Payments for Agriculture (AIPA)
01.2018 - 01.2019

Technical Designer - Interior Designer

Cadova Impex SRL
07.2006 - 01.2018

Professional Master’s Degree - Information Technology for Business

Technical University of Moldova

Licentiate - Economic Sciences, Business And Administration

Technical University of Moldova

Licentiate & Master’s degree - Architecture

Technical University of Moldova
Zapanovici Aliona