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Andra Cimina

Andra Cimina

Athens

Summary

Goal-oriented Team Manager dedicated to meet team performance objectives and achieving set targets. Offering thirty years of extensive leadership experience mainly in Sports Organizing, Coaching and Arbitring . Committed individual well-versed in providing thorough training, setting team goals and developing innovative strategies. Perfect oral and written communication skills in four different languages paired with excellent time management and leadership abilities.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages

Work History

Latvian Customer Adviser

Foundever
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and regulations, ensuring accurate advice was provided to clients at all times.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials for new advisors, improving overall team performance.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with clients to ensure consistent retention and loyalty.

Chess Arbiter

FIDE International Chess Federation
09.1999 - Current
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge of current trends in chess education by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  • Introduced innovative teaching methods, such as online tools and interactive games, to enhance the learning experience.
  • Developed customized curricula for various age groups to effectively teach chess concepts.
  • Coordinated with fellow instructors to share best practices, resources, and lesson plan ideas for a well-rounded chess education program.

Chess Instructor

Different Employers
08.1990 - Current
  • Organized and facilitated chess tournaments to provide practical experience and motivate students'' growth.
  • Monitored student progress using assessments and evaluations, providing actionable feedback on areas for improvement.
  • Adapted lessons according to diverse learning styles while maintaining a consistent focus on improving overall game strategy.
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge of current trends in chess education by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Executive Director

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 08.2001
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.

General Secretary

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 07.2001
  • Enhanced company-wide communication by distributing important information and timely updates.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.

Accountant

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 07.2001
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.

Accountant

Teachers’ Savings Bank
01.1998 - 10.1998
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Latvia
Riga, Latvia
06.1995

Candidate Master - Chess

Riga Chess School
Riga, Latvia
12.1992

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Presentations and public speaking
  • Customer Focus
  • Motivational Abilities
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Influencing skills
  • Game strategy

Certification

  • Licensed International Arbiter Category A
  • Licensed FIDE Instructor

Languages

Latvian
Native language
Russian
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Greek
Proficient
C2

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford

Timeline

Latvian Customer Adviser

Foundever
11.2023 - Current

Chess Arbiter

FIDE International Chess Federation
09.1999 - Current

Accountant

Teachers’ Savings Bank
01.1998 - 10.1998

Executive Director

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 08.2001

General Secretary

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 07.2001

Accountant

Latvian Chess Federation
07.1995 - 07.2001

Chess Instructor

Different Employers
08.1990 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Latvia

Candidate Master - Chess

Riga Chess School

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