Svitlana Orlova
About Svitlana Orlova
Svitlana Orlova is a People Partner at Ciklum, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held positions at UNOPS, UNDP Ukraine, and the European Business Association.
Current Role at Ciklum
Svitlana Orlova serves as a People Partner at Ciklum, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on advising on cultural and organizational change initiatives aimed at improving business efficiency. She has developed and executed training and development strategies designed to enhance team productivity and morale. Additionally, she has implemented talent management programs that aim to enhance employee development and retention within the organization.
Previous Experience at UNOPS
Prior to her current role, Svitlana Orlova worked at UNOPS as a Senior Human Resources Officer/Admin from 2017 to 2020. During her three years in this position, she was based in Kyiv, Ukraine, where she contributed to various HR functions and administrative tasks, supporting the organization's operational needs.
Experience at European Business Association
Svitlana Orlova was employed as a Regional Manager/Coordinator at the European Business Association from 2012 to 2015. This role, which she held for three years in Donetsk, involved managing regional operations and coordinating activities to support the association's objectives.
Background in UNDP Ukraine
From 2015 to 2017, Svitlana Orlova worked at UNDP Ukraine as an Admin/Project Associate. In this two-year role based in Kramatorsk, she supported project management and administrative functions, contributing to the organization's mission in the region.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Svitlana Orlova holds a Master's degree in International Economics from Donetsk National Technical University, which she obtained from 2005 to 2011. Additionally, she achieved Certified Professional in Human Resource Management through CIPD Qualifications from 2020 to 2021, further enhancing her expertise in human resources.