Zohre Geldyyeva
Coordinatorfor The International Humanitarian Law At The The National Red Crescent Society Of Turkmenistan
Ashgabat
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Coordinator for the International Humanitarian Law
National Red Crescent Society of Turkmenistan
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinate the strategic implementation and promotion of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) across all five velayats (regions) of Turkmenistan, ensuring unified standards of humanitarian advocacy.
- Design and deliver specialized IHL training programs and seminars for university students, military personnel, and government officials to strengthen the legal framework of humanitarian action.
- Manage and execute the Restoring Family Links (RFL) project, providing essential services to reconnect families separated by migration, disasters, or other humanitarian crises.
- Lead nationwide awareness campaigns to promote the "Fundamental Principles" of the Movement and the protection of the Red Crescent emblem.
- Lead the collection, consolidation, and analysis of humanitarian data from all five velayats to produce monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports for the National Society’s leadership.
Press & Information and Political Trainee
Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan
09.2025 - Current
- Supported the Political Section in monitoring and analyzing developments related to human rights, rule of law, civil society, and governance, contributing to internal reporting and briefings.
- Achieved a 59% increase in online coverage (to 904.2K) and 34% growth in followers (+1.4K) during tenure on Instagram. Conducted open-source research to support press, information, and reporting activities.
- Conducted open-source research in English on human rights, democratic standards, and international legal developments, synthesizing findings for diplomatic use.
- Provided written translation and interpretation (Turkmen–English–Russian) for official documents, public communications, and meetings, ensuring accuracy in legally and politically sensitive contexts.
Interpreter
ICRC Turkmenistan
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Provided consecutive interpretation and written translation between Turkmen, Russian, and English during official ICRC activities involving government representatives and institutional counterparts.
- Interpreted discussions and training sessions on International Humanitarian Law, the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent, and related humanitarian norms.
- Ensured terminological accuracy and confidentiality in legally and politically sensitive IHL-related contexts.
Visa Specialist
Turkmen Gala Energy ES
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided administrative and operational support for business visa processes, ensuring efficient coordination with multiple stakeholders.
- Liaised with the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan and diplomatic missions, maintaining professional and timely official correspondence.
- Applied up to twenty visa applications in a day, with the duly attention to details, none of which were declined.
- Managed social media presence, resulting in 40% increased outreach.
Customer Service Operator/Social Media Manager
Awesometik
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed customer interactions and order processing on global online marketplaces, including Etsy and Amazon.
- Ensured accurate, timely, and efficient processing of orders in line with established guidelines.
- Supported social media content management and engagement, contributing to brand presence and visibility.
Legal Intern
Kopetdag District Court of Turkmenistan
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Attended court hearings and client meetings to observe how attorneys conduct trials.
- Gained knowledge of court procedures through attendance of hearings and trials.
- Conducted
English teacher
Educational Center “Payhas”
08.2022 - 05.2022
- Taught English grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills to diverse learners.
- Designed and delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment and conducted extracurricular speaking activities.
Education
Bachelors Degree - International Private Law (LLB)
07-2023
Awards and Projects
- Winner of the International Competition on International Humanitarian Law named after F.F. Martens (Russian Federation 2022)
- Winner of the nationwide moot-court competition on legislation of Turkmenistan (Turkmenistan, Ashgabat 2021)
- Winner of the United Nations Debates on sustainable energy sources (Turkmenistan, Ashgabat,2019)
- Winner of the national Olympiad on intellectual property amongst the Universities of Turkmenistan (Turkmenistan, Ashgabat 2023)
- Participant of the International Competition on International Humanitarian Law Jean-Pictet (Albania, Durres 2023)
- Participant of the EU 6th Civil Society Forum (Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan)
- Member of the Regional Youth Network for Central Asia supported by UNODC (2024 - Present)
- Young SDG Ambassador for the Goal #5(Gender Equality)
- United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (2020 - 2022)
- Focal Point in Charge, International Youth Network Y-PEER (UNFPA)(2018 - 2020)
- University Student Council's Communications Representative (2019 -2021)
Timeline
Coordinator for the International Humanitarian Law - National Red Crescent Society of Turkmenistan
03.2026 - Current
Interpreter - ICRC Turkmenistan
11.2025 - 03.2026
Press & Information and Political Trainee - Delegation of the European Union to Turkmenistan
09.2025 - Current
Visa Specialist - Turkmen Gala Energy ES
05.2025 - 09.2025
Customer Service Operator/Social Media Manager - Awesometik
08.2023 - 05.2024
Legal Intern - Kopetdag District Court of Turkmenistan
01.2023 - 03.2023
English teacher - Educational Center “Payhas”
08.2022 - 05.2022
International University For The Humanities And Development - Bachelors Degree, International Private Law (LLB)