Zhaniya Karmenova
Almaty
Summary
Qualified Research Analyst with solid background in analysis and problem-solving. Proven track record of identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that improve operational performance. Demonstrated ability to leverage data analytics and strong communication skills to drive strategic initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst
EBRD
Ust-Kamenogorsk
09.2013 - 07.2025
- Implement and represent SME F&D programme activities in the East Kazakhstan, Abai and Pavlodar regions, within the EBRD and to all external stakeholders;
- Provide source, developing and monitoring ASB projects, drafting ToRs, completion/evaluation reports, to ensure projects are properly implemented and documented;
- Estimate potential clients both for local and international advisory projects and for banking team in order to put forward project proposals for consideration by Management ensuring that companies meet all necessary selection criteria;
- Develop and maintain the ASB local client and consultant databases to ensure accurate record-keeping and donor reporting;
- Organize visibility and market development activities, fee paid trainings for WiB led companies and consultants, promote activities for WiB sector, coordinate work with regional PFIs;
- Consult and negotiate with partners including partner PFIs, local Akimats, DAMU, and Chamber of Entrepreneurs to smoothen implementation of the program.
National Project Expert
CO UNFPA in Kazakhstan
Ust-Kamenogorsk
07.2011 - 08.2015
- Provide technical assistance and overall support to plan, implement and monitor SRH and PD components of the joint project. In particular liaise with national counterparts, and draft annual work plans and budgets for the activities to be implemented during the year;
- Provide substantive support to partners’ implementation activities, such as workshops, seminars and training sessions including inputs to their concepts, agendas and drafts of final documents;
- Provide logistical support to projects by coordination arrangements of all project related workshops, meetings and events;
- Assist partners and consultants in data collection and analysis through providing substantial inputs;
- Develop proposals on recruitments of international and national consultants to provide expertise in priority areas of SRH, maternal health and PD;
- Establish and maintain public information contacts and provide assistance in organizing and conducting meetings with any interested parties related to the project implementation;
- Consult and negotiate with partners including partner UN agencies to smoothen implementation of the project.
Teacher of the history
Secondary school #34for talented children
Ust-Kamenogorsk
09.2004 - 10.2007
- Subjects “World history”, “History of Kazakhstan”, “Debates”
- In 2006-2007 was a head of school scientific society “Erudit”, supervised participation of pupils’ projects in school scientific projects’ competition hold by “Daryn”. During this period I entered into cooperation with local universities, scientific institutions
- In 2006 organized and conducted Oblast School Debate Tournament supported by Department of Domestic policy of Eastern Kazakhstan oblast and youth NGO
- In 2007 participated in Summer Debate School in Novosibirsk, the Russian Federation, was certified as an international judge
Education
PhD - Demography
Charles University in Prague
The Czech Republic01-2017
Master of Science - Demography
Charles University in Prague
The Czech Republic01-2009
Master of Science - History
Eastern Kazkahstan State University named after S.Amanzholov
Ust-Kamenogorsk01-2006
Bachelor - History
Eastern Kazkahstan State University named after S.Amanzholov
Ust-Kamenogorsk01-2004
Skills
- MS Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Survey design
- Google Sheets
- Project management
- Business diagnostic
- Finances
- Researching
- Organizational skills
- Strong analytical skills
Timeline
Analyst
EBRD
09.2013 - 07.2025
National Project Expert
CO UNFPA in Kazakhstan
07.2011 - 08.2015
Teacher of the history
Secondary school #34for talented children
09.2004 - 10.2007
Bachelor - History
Eastern Kazkahstan State University named after S.Amanzholov
Master of Science - History
Eastern Kazkahstan State University named after S.Amanzholov
Master of Science - Demography
Charles University in Prague
PhD - Demography
Charles University in Prague