Ira Tushnytska
About Ira Tushnytska
Ira Tushnytska serves as the Deputy Director at Alinea International, where she manages reform initiatives and oversees recruitment processes. With a background in law and communications, she has held various roles in organizations such as Chemonics International and Agriteam Canada Consulting Ltd.
Current Role at Alinea International
Ira Tushnytska serves as the Deputy Director at Alinea International, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she manages the implementation of reform initiatives at the national level in Ukraine. Her responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment and contracting processes for these initiatives, as well as performing in-house lawyer duties. Tushnytska also provides leadership in identifying potential beneficiaries and partners for the SURGe Project, ensuring effective collaboration and support for reform efforts.
Previous Experience at Chemonics International
Before her current position, Ira Tushnytska worked at Chemonics International as a Legal and Communications Advisor for a duration of 10 months in 2010 to 2011. In this role, she contributed to legal and communication strategies that supported the organization's projects. Her experience at Chemonics provided her with valuable insights into the intersection of law and communications within international development.
Background in Education
Ira Tushnytska studied at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, where she focused on Administrative Law and earned a Specialist degree from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she attended the Lviv State Academy of Music named after 'Mykola V. Lysenko,' where she studied Piano and achieved a Master's degree from 1992 to 1997. This diverse educational background has equipped her with a unique skill set applicable to her professional endeavors.
Experience at Agriteam Canada Consulting Ltd.
Ira Tushnytska held the position of Head of Operations at Agriteam Canada Consulting Ltd. from 2015 to 2020. During her five years there, she was responsible for managing operational aspects of the organization, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of its projects in Ukraine. Her leadership in this role further developed her expertise in managing complex initiatives and teams.
Role at Eurasia Foundation
In 2010, Ira Tushnytska worked as a Communications Associate at Eurasia Foundation for five months. This role involved supporting communication strategies and outreach efforts, enhancing her skills in stakeholder engagement and public relations within the context of international development.