Project Manager Executive Assistant

HEGHINE SIMONYAN

Yerevan, Armenia

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PROFILE

Dynamic Program and Project Manager with 16+ years of experience in complex, cross-functional international projects across IT, construction, and government sectors. Proven track record of establishing and scaling operational units, leading multi-disciplinary teams, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering high-impact infrastructure and localization programs. Expert at stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and aligning projects with organizational goals in fast-paced, multicultural environments. CORE COMPETENCIES

Program & Project Leadership Cross-Functional Team Management Strategic Planning & Execution Infrastructure & Construction Project Oversight Localization & Globalization Program Management Stakeholder & Vendor Relationship Management Process Optimization & Quality Assurance Multilingual Communication & Cultural Competency Advanced Digital & Project Management Tools PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Localization Unit Manager & Executive Assistant to Founder Digitain Group of Companies — Yerevan, Armenia

April 2022 – December 2024

• Established and scaled the company’s translation and localization division, delivering content in 69 language pairs across 50+ global markets.

• Led a hybrid team of in-house linguists and external vendors, implementing SOPs, KPIs, and quality gates to ensure operational excellence.

• Partnered with executive leadership to align localization strategy with broader business objectives and global product launches.

• Served as trusted advisor and operational lead supporting the Founder/CEO on strategic initiatives, complex negotiations, and cross-department coordination. Construction Program Manager

Noah FC /Digitain Group of Companies — Yerevan, Armenia December 2023-December 2024

• Directed all phases of sports infrastructure development, including design, procurement, permitting, and construction for a Premier League team headquarters and professional football pitches.

• Managed budgets, negotiated vendor contracts, and ensured full compliance with FIFA standards and local regulations.

• Coordinated with international experts and local authorities, successfully delivering a complex project within scope, time, and quality parameters.

International Projects & Communication Specialist

EU, UNDP, OSCE, Lydian International, Vallex Group of Companies, Byblos Bank Armenia, The Americal University of Armenia— Armenia

2010 – 2022

• Led multilingual communication, documentation, operational and administrative efforts, event coordination, and stakeholder communication for high-profile international development, governance, educational and commercial projects.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics & Intercultural Communication Yerevan State Linguistic University

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAININGS

• EU Communication & Visibility Training - EU DG NEAR

• Conflict Management & Negotiation- Harvard Negotiation Project

• BRIDGE Election Dispute Resolution Workshop -BRIDGE LANGUAGES

Armenian (Native) English (Full Professional Proficiency) Russian (Full Professional Proficiency) TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite JIRA Asana MS Project Zoom Teams Skype CAT Tools (memoQ)

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