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ABOUT ME
1. Dedication and motivation
2. Self-discipline and responsibility
3. Flexibility and adaptability
4. Creative thinking and innovation
5. Communication and negotiation skills
6. Leadership and inspiration skills
7. Analytical thinking and decision-making capacity
8. Stress tolerance and patience
Svitlana Sabura 9. Ethics and honesty
10. Willingness to learn and improve
Date of birth: 07/09/1983
Place of birth: Dnipropetrovsk WORK EXPERIENCE
area
World Vision Romania, UNHCR Suceava, Romania
Gender: Female
Facilitator
02/2025 – Current
1. Organizing and facilitating workshops on livelihoods-related topics,
CONTACT including job search skills, CV writing, interview preparation,
entrepreneurship, and financial literacy.
 [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») 2. Conducting needs assessments to identify the skills, interests, and
employment barriers of refugees.
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3. Providing individual and group coaching sessions to support refugees
in identifying suitable employment or income-generating
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opportunities.
4. Assisting beneficiaries in developing business plans and grant
applications under the project’s self-employment or microbusiness
components.
5. Monitoring the progress of participants, collecting feedback, and
adjusting support plans based on individual needs and challenges.
6. Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and participatory learning environment,
with attention to gender, age, and diversity considerations.
7. Contributing to reporting and documentation of activities, success
stories, and lessons learned.
8. Maintaining regular communication with project coordinators, case
managers, and psychosocial support staff to ensure holistic support
for each refugee.

World Vision Romania, UNHCR Suceava, Romania

Trainer of business
01/04/2024 – 31/01/2025
1. Participation in training sessions and workshops on grant application
writing, budget preparation, and business planning for applicants.
2. Providing consultations to potential beneficiaries regarding the terms
of participation in grant programs and selection criteria.
3. Supporting participants in preparing the complete package of
documents for grant submission.
4. Developing methodological materials, application templates,
guidelines, and training manuals on entrepreneurship and grant
management.
5. Conducting strategic sessions for grant recipients on effective fund
utilization, financial reporting, and outcome monitoring.
6. Evaluating business ideas in terms of innovation, sustainability, social
impact, and economic feasibility.
7. Collaborating with program managers and analysts to improve
application evaluation criteria and selection processes.
8. Monitoring the implementation of grant-funded business projects and
providing post-grant support.
Achievements:
1. Translated all necessary contracts and annexes from Ukrainian into
English within the project framework.

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 2. Participated in the development and implementation of presentations for potential grant recipients.
3. Increased the efficiency of the grant application process through conducted workshops.
4. Successfully supported the submission of reports for implemented grants.
5. Monitored the application submission platform and distance learning tools for beneficiaries.
6. Documents were checked and reports were prepared for 5 grant applications and executed contracts.
Additionally, I did this project
1. Review of grantees’ financial reports:
• Analysis of financial documents submitted by the beneficiaries of social grants.
• Verification of expenses for compliance with the grant agreement conditions.
2. Monitoring of the targeted use of grant funds.
3. Communication with grantees:
• Providing consultations on the preparation of financial reports.
• Delivering feedback based on the results of expenditure verification.
4. Collaboration with the project team:
• Close coordination with grant component coordinators, accounting staff, and other project experts.
• Participation in internal meetings and discussions related to the grant monitoring process.
5. Adherence to confidentiality and integrity standards.

Sabura Svitlana Odesa, Ukraine

Advocate
22/02/2021 – 31/03/2024
• Drafting contracts.
• Negotiation of contract according to needs of needs client.
• Pre-claim work.
• Drawing up statements of claim in civil, economic, administrative cases.
• Representing interests of client in court in civil, family, economic, criminal, administrative cases.
• Providing advice on legal issues and clarification of legislation.
• Organized supporting documentation for individuals under evaluation and coordinated paperwork
transfers to correct staffmembers.
• Supported individuals with legal, physical or mental health concerns in dealing with routine needs and
complex problems.
• Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any questionor concern.
• Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
• Distributed supportive services information to help individuals enhance ways of living and achieve self-
sufficiency.

City Council Chornomorsk

Executive Committee Member
04/2021 – 08/2022
• Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's uniqueneeds and finding best
solutions.
• Managed and organized internal communication to hold staff accountable to priorities.
• Establishedclear and competitive goals, growth roadmaps and strategic business plans.
• Researched, proposed and implemented vendor agreements to decrease costs and improve services.
• Examining draft solutions.
• Checking draft committee decisions for compliance with law.

Limited liability company Active Solar, Vienna, Austria Odesa
Website https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Activ_Solar

General Legal Adviser
12/2011 – 05/2020
Legal Support for Branch Operations:
• Ensuring all operations and projects comply with applicable Ukrainian legislation, including energy, land,
environmental, and construction law.
• Full legal support for the construction and commissioning of solar power plants.
Contract Management:
• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and monitoring the execution of contracts with contractors, suppliers,
investors, and government authorities.
• Leading contract negotiations to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests.

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Permits and Regulatory Compliance:
• Legal support for obtaining all necessary permits for construction, grid connection, environmental impact
assessment, and commissioning.
• Liaising with local and state regulatory and controlling bodies.
Land Use and Ownership:
• Due diligence and legal support for securing land plots for construction.
• Drafting and concluding land lease and purchase agreements; verifying legal status of land.
Claims and Litigation:
• Preparing claims, responses to inquiries, and representing the company in courts and before state
authorities.
• Resolving disputes with contractors, partners, and government entities.
HR Legal Support:
• Advising on labor law matters, preparing employment agreements, internal policies, and procedures.
Tender and Public Procurement (if applicable):
• Reviewing legal documentation and supporting the branch's participation in procurement procedures.
Legal Advisory to Management:
• Providing legal opinions and recommendations to branch management on strategic decisions.
• Preparing legal analysis of regulatory changes affecting the company’s operations.

Legal Bureau Chornomorsk, Ukraine

Lawyer
05/2010 – 11/2011
• Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
• Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal researchto support litigation strategy.
• Monitored state and federal regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
• Studied Constitution, statutesand ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
• Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
• Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
• Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
• Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
• Negotiated with opposing groupsor individuals to reachresolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals
of clients.
• Gathered evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
• Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
• Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Collaboratedwith human resourcesand outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
• Developed compliance best practices for company.
• Researched,wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
• Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
• Communicated with clients and collected information to researchcases and prepare settlement offers.
• Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
• Apprised clientsof potential risksand costs associated with each course of action.
• Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
• Presented key evidenceand exhibits during civil trials.
• Oversaw average of 10 cases each month.
• Minimized risk exposurethrough careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
• Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
• Formulatedtrial techniques specifically pertaining to each case.
• Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
• Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Interviewedwitnesses and gatheredpublic record research relevant to each case.

Limited Liability Company Polimetservice Chornomorsk

Managing Director
04/2008 – 04/2010
• Assessed performance management structures and implemented enhancements to improve frameworks
and strengthen results.
• Establishedpersonnel performance metricsto encourage efforts toward common goals.
• Performed statistical analysesto gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
• Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher
efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
• Aligned department vision,goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high
results.
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 • Fostered work cultureof collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
• Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
• Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for organization to achieve revenue goals.
• Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
• Evaluated service contracts and collaborated with legal counsel on negotiated improvements.
• Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
• Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.

Limited Liability Company Result-99 Odesa

International Transport Manager
07/2007 – 03/2008
Key Responsibilities of an International Freight Forwarder:
1. Organization of International Transportation:
• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring the transportation of cargo via sea, air, road, or rail.
• Selecting optimal routes and modes of transport to ensure efficient and timely delivery.
2. Preparation of Shipping Documentation:
• Preparing and verifying all transport, customs, and accompanying documents (e.g., CMR, Bill of
Lading, Air Waybill, commercial invoice, packing list).
• Arranging cargo insurance when necessary.
3. Customs Clearance:
• Coordinating customs clearance procedures in both the country of origin and destination.
• Liaising with customs brokers and regulatory authorities.
4. Communication with Clients and Partners:
• Maintaining regular communication with clients, carriers, warehouses, customs agents, and other
stakeholders.
• Providing clients with timely updates on the status of their shipments.
5. Contract Compliance and Issue Resolution:
• Ensuring transportation meets contractual terms (timing, cost, cargo safety).
• Managing unexpected delays, claims, or incidents during transport.
6. Cost Calculation and Logistics Analysis:
• Calculating transportation costs and preparing commercial offers.
• Analyzing logistics processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency
improvement.
7. Compliance with International Standards and Regulations:
• Overseeing compliance with safety and environmental standards in freight operations.

Ukrainian-American joint venture Rostverk Chornomorsk

Legal Adviser
12/2005 – 06/2007
• Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable
light.
• Developed strategies to resolve casesin client's best interest.
• Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
• Collaboratedwith human resourcesand outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
• Monitored state and federal regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
• Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
• Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• inimized risk exposurethrough careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
• Resolved post-judgment litigation settlements and default judgmentorders in favor of clients.
• Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in in economic, administrative and civil
processes law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients.
• Attended hearings as representative of corporate entities and firm clients.

Law firm "Lotsman" Odesa, Ukraine

Legal Assistant
11/2005 – 12/2005
• Prepared for trials,conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
• Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and
legal processes.
• Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
• Registration of enterprises of different organizational and legal forms
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
09/1989 – 05/2001 Chornomorsk
High School Diploma Secondary School Number 7
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Odesa, Ukraine
Master of Science: International Legal Relations Odessa National Law Academy
Website https://onua.edu.ua/ua/

Odesa, Ukraine
Ph.D.: Civil And International Private Law Odessa National Law Academy
Website https://onua.edu.ua/ua/

LANGUAGE SKILLS
MOTHER TONGUE(S): Ukrainian Russian
Other language(s):
English

Listening B2
Spoken production B1
Reading B2
Spoken interaction B1
Writing B2

Romanian

Listening B2
Spoken production B1
Reading B1
Spoken interaction B1
Writing B2

Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user

SKILLS
Microsoft Office package: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

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