I’m seeking a role in project management or sustainability consulting where I can lead cross-functional teams, solve complex operational challenges, and implement data-driven solutions that drive environmental and business impact.
Nelli Naukkarinen
@nellinaukkarinen
Problem-solver, project managemer, sustainability, and data-driven solutions.
What I'm looking for
I enjoy working with people and solving problems. With experience in project management, sustainability consulting, and process optimization, I lead cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions that improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. I’m skilled in stakeholder engagement, financial planning, and digital transformation, aiming to create long-term value for organizations. I’m passionate about driving strategic change and making a meaningful, measurable impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Enviromental Consultant
Melli Holdings
Nov 2024 - Feb 2025 (3 months)
Led a sustainability strategy reducing logistics and production impacts by 15–25%, with a projected 5–8% annual decrease. Conducted assessments, implemented solutions to boost resource efficiency and cut emissions.
Advised management on improvements, facilitated stakeholder workshops, coordinated sustainable vendor engagement, and analyzed KPIs to track progress.
Process Improvement Consultant
Melli Holdings
Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 (2 months)
Optimized digital platforms and workflows, cutting redundancies by 20%.
Improved supply chain processes, reducing processing times, costs, and environmental impact.
Provided data management consultancy to boost productivity.
Conducted training, increasing team efficiency by 30%.
Oversaw IT transitions and sustainable sales tactics.
Social Media and Operations Manager
Europe and Me
Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Co-directed editorial strategies, using Google Analytics to boost engagement by 30%.
Managed social media, content creation, and community engagement for visibility.
Led a 6-person editorial team, driving a 20% increase in audience interaction.
Created marketing campaigns, boosting followers by 35% and retention.
Oversaw digital transitions, onboarding, and trained staff.
Board Member
ciros
Aug 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Oversaw the implementation of new policies, ensuring compliance and raising member satisfaction.
Trained the board on policies and procedures, improving understanding and execution by 25%.
Provided strategic advice and resolved conflicts, enhancing board decisions.
Led initiatives to boost team cohesion, raising morale by 15% and improving cross-department cooperation.
Project and Fundraising Manager
ciros
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 (11 months)
Managed projects from concept to launch, using feedback to enhance products and user satisfaction.
Ensured event compliance with sustainability targets.
Implemented Notion workflows, cutting project management time by 15%.
Collaborated with Amnesty International, doubling fundraising goals.
Led an 8-person team to organize 45+ community events.
Oversaw budgets, PR, and lobbied for safety policies.
Operations & Executive Assistant
melli holdings
Sep 2018 - Jun 2021 (2 years 9 months)
Managed cross-departmental budget compliance, streamlining processes and cutting admin costs by 30%.
Handled executive schedules, correspondence, and meetings to improve time management.
Prepared reports for senior leadership, enhancing efficiency and reducing absenteeism by 40%.
Oversaw financials, logistics, waste reduction, and IT project support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Erasmus University & IBEI
Masters of Arts, Public Policy with a specialization in Economics and Development
Grade: 8.4
Graduated with an average of 8.4 and specialized in data and social driven analysis. Gained skills of economic and policy analysis and coding.
Leiden University
Bachelor of Science, International Relations and Organization
Specialized in poverty economics.
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