Lejla Hodzic
About Lejla Hodzic
Lejla Hodzic serves as the Finance Manager for the Europe Zone at Catholic Relief Services, where she has worked since 2014. She has extensive experience in financial management, having previously held positions at the American Refugee Committee and Catholic Relief Services.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Lejla Hodzic currently serves as the Finance Manager for the Europe Zone at Catholic Relief Services, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she plays a key part in the annual budget preparation process for the Europe Zone. She ensures that financial practices comply with both the organization's policies and local legal requirements. Additionally, Hodzic supervises and trains new staff within the Finance Department, contributing to the development of financial skills within the team.
Previous Experience at American Refugee Committee
Before her tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Lejla Hodzic worked at the American Refugee Committee in various finance roles. She served as a Senior Finance Manager from 1996 to 2004, where she was responsible for maintaining financial reports for external donors and ensuring compliance with their requirements. Following this, she worked as a Finance Consultant for six months in 2004, further enhancing her expertise in financial management.
Education and Expertise
Lejla Hodzic holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Esen, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. Prior to that, she attended Baruch College, focusing on Business, Accounting, and Finance for one year from 2005 to 2006. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her roles in financial management and compliance within non-profit organizations.
Financial Capacity Building Initiatives
In her current role at Catholic Relief Services, Lejla Hodzic is involved in building the financial capacity of partners. She achieves this through effective communication and training, ensuring that partners are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to manage their financial responsibilities.