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Jakša Depolo

@jakadepolo

Project Manager at Bio-Mi Sustainable Solutions coordinating EU R&D projects in biodegradable plastics and sustainable materials.

Croatia

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At Bio-Mi Sustainable Solutions, I coordinate EU co-funded R&D projects in biodegradable plastics and sustainable materials. I collaborate with partners in Italy, Spain, and Germany on EU Green Deal aligned initiatives.

I implemented internal dashboards that improved operational efficiency by 15%, and manage procurement, supplier relations, and reporting for funding authorities. I also train junior staff on project documentation and financial reporting.

At Hilton Costabella Beach Resort & Spa, I managed daily financial operations as an Accountant and developed Excel-based cost-tracking models that improved accuracy by 5%. Earlier, as a Financial Accountant at Prirodoslovni muzej Rijeka, I supported budget preparation, audits, and reporting, and improved administrative efficiency by 20%.

I'm pursuing a Master's in Economics at the University of Rijeka, focusing on project management, controlling, strategic planning, and sustainable development. My thesis examines the economic and social sustainability of Croatian basketball clubs using the AHP method.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Manager

Current

Bio-Mi Sustainable Solutions

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Coordinating EU co-funded R&D projects in biodegradable plastics and sustainable materials. Collaborated with international partners on EU Green Deal aligned initiatives and implemented internal dashboards improving operational efficiency by 15%.

Project Management EU Projects Sustainable Materials Dashboard Development Procurement Supplier Relations Financial Reporting KPI Alignment

Accountant

Hilton Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Oct 2024 - Jan 2025 (3 months)

Managed daily financial operations, reconciliations, and reporting. Supported audits and ensured compliance with Hilton financial standards, and developed Excel-based cost-tracking models improving accuracy by 5%.

Finance Operations Reconciliations Reporting Audit Excel Cost Tracking

Hotel Receptionist

Hilton Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Oct 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year)

Delivered premium service in a 5-star hospitality environment. Coordinated VIP guest services, optimized booking rates, and resolved complex requests while maintaining a 95%+ satisfaction rate.

Customer Service VIP Services Coordination Booking Optimization Problem Solving

Financial Accountant

Prirodoslovni muzej Rijeka

Apr 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 6 months)

Processed invoices, payrolls, and student contracts with accuracy. Supported budget preparation, audits, and reporting, improving administrative efficiency by 20%.

Invoicing Payroll Budgeting Audit Reporting Administrative Efficiency

Delivery Van Driver

DHL

Jun 2020 - Jul 2020 (1 month)

Ensured timely parcel deliveries, optimized routes, and maintained customer satisfaction.

Route Optimization Customer Satisfaction Time Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Rijeka, Faculty of Economics and Business

Master's in Economics (mag.oec.), Management and Administration

Currently pursuing a Master's in Economics with a focus on Project Management, Controlling, Strategic Planning, and Sustainable Development. Thesis on economic and social sustainability of Croatian basketball clubs using AHP method.

University of Rijeka, Faculty of Economics and Business

Bachelor's in Economics (dipl.oec.), Economics

Bachelor's in Economics with a thesis on efficiency and optimization in small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Ekonomska škola Mije Mirković Rijeka

Economist (EQF Level 5), Economics

Specialized in economics, marketing, and administration. Led a simulated company achieving 2nd place nationally.

University of Rijeka, Faculty of Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Studies (incomplete), Mechanical Engineering

Incomplete mechanical engineering studies with all coursework finished. Gained technical and analytical skills in CAD/CAM, automation, and process optimization.