Edvald Alikaj
@edvaldalikaj
Aspiring business developer with operations and event coordination expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am an aspiring business developer with hands-on experience coordinating projects, logistics, and capacity development initiatives across public, private and nonprofit sectors. I have supported international partners such as FAO and JICA, managed administrative and travel operations, and led event and production logistics to ensure smooth execution.
I combine a background in Business Administration with practical experience in music production and studio operations, capacity-building programs, and research-driven consulting. I am detail-oriented, organized, and effective at stakeholder liaison, vendor management, training delivery, and product/marketing support for digital tools.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative and Logistics Assistant
FAO
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)
Coordinate administrative and logistical arrangements for meetings, missions, and conferences, managed travel authorizations and expense claims in GRMS, and maintained project records and supplier repositories to ensure timely program delivery.
Musician / Production Facilitator
JamHouse Studio
Jul 2020 - Present (5 years 3 months)
Collaborate on songwriting and studio recordings, coordinate live performance logistics and promotion, and lead production operations including venue negotiation, sound coordination, and marketing to increase audience engagement.
Capacity Development Coordinator
Japan International Cooperation Agency
Jul 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Coordinated and delivered training programs and ToT on customer centricity and financial education, managed ABA Online development and user training, and contributed to a 5-year ABA business plan to enhance service uptake.
External Expert
D&C Partners Ltd
Aug 2019 - Jul 2020 (11 months)
Conducted research and analysis on intermodal transport for the EU-funded MultiAPPRO project, developed inception and final reports, and represented the National Working Group at conferences to promote project findings.
Camp Leader
American University in Bulgaria
Jul 2019 - Jul 2019 (0 months)
Coordinated camp schedules and staff training, supervised teachers and counselors, managed daily operations and transportation for 120 campers, and ensured program safety and engagement.
Resident Assistant
American University in Bulgaria
Jan 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 4 months)
Supported student adjustment and enforced campus policies, organized social and educational programs, managed administrative tasks and maintenance requests, and facilitated student involvement in campus life.
Conference Centre Management Intern
Tirana International Hotel & Conference Centre
May 2018 - Aug 2018 (3 months)
Assisted in business planning, scheduling, contract management and daily operations to improve guest satisfaction and operational efficiency during a 4-month management internship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American University in Bulgaria
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management
2015 - 2019
Activities and societies: Resident Assistant; Camp Leader; student organization and campus activities participation
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management with coursework and campus leadership experience from 2015 to 2019.
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