Renata

RENATA TKACHENKO
Kyiv, Ukraine • [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») •LinkedIn_RenataTkachenko

Experienced Project and Grants Manager with 10+ years of expertise in finance, banking, and
international development. Skilled in managing grants, budgets, and operations with a strong track
record of delivering transparent reporting and effective process implementation. Adept at working with
cross-functional teams, building collaboration, and ensuring compliance with donor and corporate
requirements. Known for analytical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to adapt quickly in dynamic
environments. Passionate about fostering organizational efficiency, supporting impactful projects, and
driving sustainable results.

KEY SKILLS
●​ Grants Management ●​ Project coordination ●​ Day-to-Day Operations
●​ Compliance & Reporting ●​ Partnership Building Improvement
●​ Development & ●​ USAID\Donor’s procedures
●​ Project Budgeting
Implementation ●​ Interdepartmental
Support Collaborations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Grants Manager (UCBI-4 project)​ August 2024 – May 2025
Chemonics International Inc | HQ - Washington | Headcount - 5k+ | Hybrid

Chemonics International is a global development firm that implements international aid projects,
supporting economic growth, governance, health, and social programs in over 70 countries. It partners
with governments, NGOs, and local organizations to deliver sustainable development solutions.

UCBI-4 project (The Ukraine Confidence Building Initiative) is a USAID-funded program implemented by
Chemonics to strengthen democratic institutions, support civil society, and enhance local governance
in Ukraine. It provides grants, technical assistance, and capacity-building to local organizations for
sustainable community development.
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●​ Ensured project documentation compliance, audit readiness, and adherence to organizational
policies.​
Maintained audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle, with no critical findings during internal
checks
●​ Coordinated financial and administrative support for grants within projects, ensuring
compliance with USAID policies.​
Streamlined coordination between finance and program teams, ensuring smooth grant
implementation and timely reporting.
●​ Developed and reviewed grant budgets, ensuring alignment with donor and organizational
requirements.​
Improved budget accuracy and supported program teams in realistic planning of activities.)
●​ Participated in grant proposal development and application writing, including budget narratives
and compliance sections.​
Strengthened the quality of applications and improved chances of donor approval.
●​ Provided technical assistance to grantees in financial management, procurement, and grant
implementation.​
Improved grantee capacity by clarifying donor requirements and reducing recurring mistakes in
documentation.
●​ Analyzed grant budgets, monitored expense compliance, and verified payment documentation.​
Detected and resolved inconsistencies early, preventing delays in payments and ensuring
transparency.
●​ Oversaw the full grant activity cycle in collaboration with program and procurement teams –
from application review and budget negotiation to implementation, monitoring, and close-out.​
Ensured smooth coordination across departments and minimized risks of delays or non-compliance.
●​ Trained, mentored, and supported grant assistants to ensure effective team performance.​
Enhanced team efficiency and independence, which allowed faster handling of daily grant
operations.
●​ Tracked grant deadlines, updated project files, and prepared reports.​
Ensured all deadlines were met and reporting packages were submitted on time without escalation.
●​ Built strong working relationships with colleagues and grantees, participating in meetings and
site visits.​
Strengthened trust with local partners, which improved collaboration and problem-solving in the
field.

Finance&Operations Manager of Country Office​ December 2016 – March 2024

ASBIS-Ukraine (Kyiv) | ASBIS PLC | HQ - Cyprus| Headcount - 2,7k+ | Hybrid ​ ​ ​ ​
ASBIS Group is a leading Value Add Distributor, developer and provider of IT, IoT products, solutions and
services to the markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
The business of ASBIS is based on four pillars: distribution of hardware and software for Client
Computing and Data Centers, consumer business, full stack in creation of world class products (brands:
Prestigio, Canyon, AENO, Perenio, Lorgar and Prestigio Solutions) and complex solutions sales projects
to large enterprises​

●​ Organized cross-departmental operations – coordinated finance, sales, marketing, warehouse, HR,
and legal workflows. Improved communication between departments and reduced delays in daily
operations
●​ Led cross-functional projects – optimized processes and improved efficiency.​
Introduced new workflows that simplified reporting and reduced duplication of tasks.
●​ Oversaw receivables and payments – managed current and planned cash flows.​
Ensured timely payments and maintained healthy cash flow stability.
●​ Controlled shipments and expenses – ensured accuracy of management accounting.​
Increased accuracy of expense tracking, minimizing errors in reporting.
●​ Analyzed debtors’ creditworthiness – reduced risks of overdue payments.​
Helped minimize financial risks by identifying unreliable partners early.
●​ Worked with banks on financing instruments – loan agreements, factoring, forward operations, FX
transactions.​
Successfully maintained relationships with banks, securing necessary financing when needed.
●​ Supported external audits – provided accurate documentation and timely responses.​
Passed multiple audits without critical remarks.

Finance Controller​ March 2022 – June 2022
UNCHAIN Fund | Kyiv | Headcount - 100+| Remote​

An innovative blockchain-based charity fund, which provides efficient and transparent direct assistance
at a higher speed and lower cost, eliminating the need for intermediaries. It strives to radically change
the field of philanthropy by implementing the solutions of Blockchain and Fintech​ ​ ​
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●​ Controlled payments and grants disbursement – ensured transparency and compliance.​
Ensured all payments were documented and aligned with internal and donor standards.
●​ Guided managers through application processes – supported communication with recipients.​
Improved applicants’ experience by providing clear guidance and reducing errors in submissions.
●​ Created and managed selection and application systems – improved efficiency and clarity.​
Helped the team process applications faster and with greater transparency.

Chief economist of the active and passive transactions ​ ​ ​ August 2013 – May 2016
PJSC «Bank «SOFIYSKIY»​ | Kyiv​ | On-site​

●​ Work with medium businesses and large corporate clients
●​ Analysis of borrowers’ creditworthiness, examination of loan projects
●​ Analysis of transactions profitability
●​ Preparation and support of credit applications and their consideration by the credit committee
●​ Work with mortgaged property (inspection, preparation of notarial agreements, work with
insurance companies)
●​ attraction and servicing of deposits of legal entities
●​ Preparation of various types of internal and external reporting
●​ Supporting all types of audits

Leading economist at corporate customer service​ ​ ​ ​ May 2010 – August 2013
PJSC «KREDITPROMBANK»​ | Donetsk​ | On-site​

Deputy Head of the department of analysis and support of credit projects of VIP clients of the
corporate business department​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ December 2007 – April 2010
PJSC «UKRPROMBANK»​ | Donetsk​ | On-site​

EDUCATION

●​ 2007-2009​ Postgraduate study at Donetsk University of Economics and Law, speciality
"Business Economics"
●​ 2002–2007​ Donetsk National University, Accounting and Finance Faculty, “Banking”, Bachelor’s
and Master’s degrees
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Languages: Ukrainian (native), English (Advanced), Russian (native)

Certifications and Courses:
●​ Google AI Essentials (United Latino Students Association 2025)
●​ “Mediation skills for managers” (Kmbs course 2024)
●​ Bootcamp for managers “Long game” (Fondy&KSE 2024)
●​ CIMA student (PwC 2023)
●​ IFA diploma on "Internal audit" (Business Education Solution 2021)
●​ IFA diploma on «Strategy management» (Business Education Solution 2020)
●​ «Conflict management. Constructive communication» (ESLEAD 2019)
●​ «Stakeholders management» (ESLEAD 2018 р.)
●​ IFA diploma on «Financial management» (Business Education Alliance 2017)