Derya Güçdemir
About Derya Güçdemir
Derya Güçdemir is a Program Officer at Re:Coded, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in English Translation and Interpreting Studies, as well as Cultural Studies and Media, and has contributed significantly to program development and student engagement.
Current Role as Program Officer
Derya Güçdemir currently serves as a Program Officer at Re:Coded, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing program effectiveness and stakeholder communication. She has independently managed cohorts for online scaled Frontend and Backend Web Development Bootcamps across multiple regions, including Türkiye, Iraq, Lebanon, and Palestine. Derya's responsibilities include conducting monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning activities to ensure the success of the programs.
Previous Experience at Re:Coded
Derya Güçdemir previously worked at Re:Coded in various roles. From 2021, she served as a Program Coordinator for 11 months, where she built scaling processes for bootcamp delivery and improved program cohesion through effective communication with stakeholders. Earlier, from 2019 to 2020, she worked as a Communications & Events Assistant in Istanbul, where she contributed to project planning and implementation of bootcamps.
Educational Background
Derya Güçdemir holds a Bachelor's degree in English Translation and Interpreting Studies from Ege University, which she completed from 2011 to 2015. She further pursued a Master's degree in Cultural Studies and Media at Hacettepe University, graduating in 2019. Additionally, she studied English Language and Literature at Stiftung Universität Hildesheim for 11 months in 2014, enhancing her language proficiency and literary knowledge.
Contributions to Student Engagement
Derya has been actively involved in mentoring students and guiding them through their learning journeys. She has created success stories and testimonials that highlight student experiences, which have been instrumental in engaging donors. Her efforts in cultivating an inclusive community have fostered student engagement and growth within the programs she oversees.
Writing and Insights on Career Transition
Derya Güçdemir has contributed articles to the Re:Coded blog, focusing on topics such as transitioning careers and learning to code. She emphasizes the importance of soft skills in bootcamp settings, providing valuable insights for students and educators alike. Her writing reflects her commitment to supporting individuals in their educational and professional journeys.