Egita Udodova
Ventspils
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive leadership and management experience in higher education administration, project management, and lifelong learning. Proven track record overseeing academic operations, developing educational programs, securing funding, and leading diverse teams. Skilled in strategic planning, project management (including EU-funded initiatives), data analysis, and digital technologies. Currently serving as Head of the Study Department at Ventspils University of Applied Sciences.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of the Study Department
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
11.2024 - Current
- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Study Department. Lead strategic planning and implementation related to study processes. Ensure compliance with academic regulations and quality standards.
Lecturer
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
09.2023 - Current
- Teaching the course "Economics Informatics".
Head of the Lifelong Learning Center
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
01.2019 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented diverse lifelong learning programs. Managed relationships and collaboration with teaching staff. Successfully attracted and secured funding from state sources (Nodarbinātības valsts aģentūra, Valsts izglītības attīstības aģentūra, Sabiedrības integrācijas fonda, etc.). Designed and implemented education programs for teachers. Fostered strong partnerships with employers. Oversaw student relations, including recruitment, contract management, and support. Developed and executed marketing campaigns and promotional materials. Organized and managed children's summer schools. Mentored and supervised interns within the center.
Head of the Project Office
Ventspils Vocational Technical School
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Ensured efficient operation of the Project Office. Managed and supervised various projects, including Latvia-Lithuania cross-border cooperation, EU structural funds, and municipal projects.
Head of the Ventspils City Department of Education
Ventspils City Department of Education
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Responsible for ensuring the effective operation of the Education Department.
Researcher
Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Regional Development
01.2015 - 09.2017
- [Specify research areas or key contributions if possible based on your experience.]
Director of the Bachelor's Study Program "Business Management"
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
01.2014 - 01.2017
Head of the Study Department
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
12.2004 - 01.2017
Director of the Scholarship and Loan Granting Commission
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
09.2002 - 01.2017
Acting Vice Rector in Study Issues
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
12.2009 - 10.2011
Lecturer (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2001 - 05.2011
Lecturer (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2003 - 08.2010
Acting Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
10.2004 - 12.2004
Acting Prodean of the Faculty of Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
10.2003 - 09.2004
Assistant (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2001 - 08.2003
Education
1st Level Professional Higher Education Program - Programming Specialist
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
02.2022
Doctoral Study Program - Business Management
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
09.2017
Professional Master Degree - Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
06.2003
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
07.2001
Business Administration Studies - undefined
Fachhochschule Westküste
02.1999
Winter Courses - undefined
Fachhochschule Westküste
02.1998
Secondary Education - undefined
Liepājas 5.vidusskola
06.1997
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
project experience
- Extensive experience in managing, coordinating, and contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects within educational, research, and community development sectors.
- Project Manager: Successfully led numerous projects funded by various sources including Erasmus+, European Social Fund (ESF), Interreg, and the Latvian state budget. Projects covered areas such as lifelong learning, educational development, cybersecurity skills gap reduction, cross-border cooperation, and institutional modernization.
- External Expert (Erasmus+): Involved in the qualitative evaluation of project applications, reports, and accreditation requests.
- Project Coordinator: Coordinated research projects focusing on innovation and regional development.
- Cooperation Partner (ESF): Contributed to large-scale ESF projects aimed at improving professional competence and supporting the education of unemployed individuals.
- Other Project Roles: Gained experience in roles such as Project Financial Manager and project-specific Specialist.
Language Knowledge
Latvian: Mother tongue
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Advanced (C1)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Certification
Category B
Affiliations
Zemessardze (National Guard) (Since April 2023)
Timeline
Head of the Study Department
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
11.2024 - Current
Lecturer
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
09.2023 - Current
Head of the Lifelong Learning Center
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
01.2019 - 10.2024
Head of the Project Office
Ventspils Vocational Technical School
10.2017 - 12.2018
Head of the Ventspils City Department of Education
Ventspils City Department of Education
02.2017 - 09.2017
Researcher
Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Regional Development
01.2015 - 09.2017
Director of the Bachelor's Study Program "Business Management"
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
01.2014 - 01.2017
Acting Vice Rector in Study Issues
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
12.2009 - 10.2011
Head of the Study Department
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
12.2004 - 01.2017
Acting Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
10.2004 - 12.2004
Acting Prodean of the Faculty of Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
10.2003 - 09.2004
Lecturer (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2003 - 08.2010
Director of the Scholarship and Loan Granting Commission
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
09.2002 - 01.2017
Lecturer (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2001 - 05.2011
Assistant (Department of Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods)
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
08.2001 - 08.2003
Doctoral Study Program - Business Management
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
Professional Master Degree - Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
Business Administration Studies - undefined
Fachhochschule Westküste
Winter Courses - undefined
Fachhochschule Westküste
Secondary Education - undefined
Liepājas 5.vidusskola
1st Level Professional Higher Education Program - Programming Specialist
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
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