PETIA MAKDESSI
Born 13.06.1977
Summary
With my long experience in European and international politics, including communications, event management , diplomatic relations and analytical works, I am looking for a new challenging and meaningful position in a serious international environment. My discretion and high ability to learn and adjust round off my profile.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Advisor
European Parliament
Brussels, Belgium
09.2010 - Current
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Political Advisor
Deutscher Bundestag
Berlin
05.2002 - 11.2010
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Political Science
Free University of Berlin
Berlin Germany06.2003
Skills
Profile
- Carry out research into local, regional, national and international issues as required, and ensure the politician is made aware of any relevant matters
- Arrange surgeries for constituents and offer support on the day
- Problem Resolution
- Attend public and private functions to assist the politician and sometimes stand in when the politician is unable to attend
- Liaise with members of government and local government, party headquarters, other politicians and their staff, embassies, commissioners, relevant interest groups, the media, relevant voluntary sector organisations and constituents
- Help draft amendments for reports and prepare briefing material
- Provide the politician with the support needed to get an issue on the political agenda, such as research or liaising with key individuals or groups
- Organizing political conferences and meetings
Language Skills
- Fluent in Bulgarian (native), English, German, Russian
- Intermediate French (B1);
Timeline
Political Advisor
European Parliament
09.2010 - Current
Political Advisor
Deutscher Bundestag
05.2002 - 11.2010
Master of Arts - Master of Political Science
Free University of Berlin