Sabina Mirzazada, Executive Assistant to CEO

Sabina Mirzazada

Executive Assistant to CEO

Patriot Conceptions

Location
United States - California - Irvine
Education
Master's degree, Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Affairs
Experience
6 years, 4 Months

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Total years of experience :6 years, 4 Months

Executive Assistant to CEO at Patriot Conceptions
  • United States
  • My current job since January 2024

- Utilize various Zoho apps within the Zoho suite for customer relationship management, analytics, and administrative tasks. Maintain administrator access due to proficiency in daily use across the entire Zoho suites.
- In charge of calculating and depositing the weekly payroll for overseas staff.
- Interview, select, and recruit students from universities across California and the whole US to represent Patriot Conceptions, arrange their meetings with potential surrogates, and help them through their FET and MCV visits to clinics.
- Coordinate overall office operations, including administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Manage travel arrangements and bookings for surrogates' embryo transfer, medical clearance visits, and other related appointments.
- Oversee the physical office located in Costa Mesa previously and currently in Irvine

Deputy Head International Relations Department at Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA)
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • May 2022 to February 2023

- Helped lead a fast-paced international relations team, fostering football connections throughout Europe as well as other National Associations across the World;
- Collaborated seamlessly between respective departments of AFFA, UEFA and FIFA, ensuring effective cross-functional cooperation.
- Proactively followed up with different departments that undertook projects, ensuring streamlined communication and progress tracking on projects.
- Meticulously monitored and timely updated visas, passports, additional travel passes for the athletes, coaches, and medical team and rehabilitation staff, guaranteeing smooth arrangements and compliance in compliance with UEFA and local regulations.

Executive Assistant to General Secretary at Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA)
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • October 2017 to April 2022

- Managed executive-level meetings, prepared agendas, managed conference logistics and rooms, ensured smooth proceedings.
- Maintained confidentiality and handled sensitive information discreetly in all interactions.
- Edited documents, including public and press speeches, presentations, and communications for the General Secretary.
- Worked in office even during the COVID pandemic, then switched to hybrid when going out was forbidden by the government, and helped to smoothen going hybrid for the whole organization which was a first for us ever.
- Conducted research, compiled data, and generated reports necessary to support decision-making.
- Coordinated inter-department projects and ensured thorough follow-up for timely completion of the

Protocol Coordinator at UEFA EURO 2020 Baku LOS
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • December 2019 to June 2021

- Worked hand in hand with and alongside the Protocol team in coordinating flawless on-site support, contributed to coordinating events, and checked Skyboxes allocated to the VIP and the VVIP level government authorities and other individuals attending the event.
- Orchestrated exceptional experiences for distinguished guests in a high-profile, dynamic environment.
- Oversaw conference room setup/takedown, managed floor access, provided superior organizational support, and actively engaged in event planning.

Protocol coordinator at UEFA EUROPE LEAGUE FINAL BAKU LOC
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • October 2018 to June 2019

- Ensured seamless protocol execution.
- Managed logistics, coordinated events, and executed efficient conference room setup/takedown.
- Actively contributed to local event planning, maintained confidentiality, and adapted to last-minute changes, fostering team recognition and success of the event.

Interpreter, stage manager at BAKU 2015 EUROPEAN GAMES & 5 CURRENTS
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • April 2015 to June 2015

- Facilitated seamless communication and coordinated events as a contractor interpreter and stage manager.
- Provided linguistic support in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective communication between teams and participants.
- Managed stage logistics, including conference room setups, takedowns, catering coordination, and last- minute changes.
- Contributed to event success through adaptability, strong interpersonal skills, and discreet leadership, emphasizing quality and attention to detail.

Accreditation Manager at Azerbaijan Table Tennis Federation
  • Azerbaijan - Baku
  • January 2015 to April 2015

- Led accreditation processes for events at Azerbaijan Table Tennis Federation from January to April 2015.
- Oversaw logistics related to accreditation, ensuring flawless execution in a dynamic environment.
- Coordinated site support, handled office requirements, and integrated new hires seamlessly.
- Actively engaged in local event planning and executed employee engagement activities.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to internal controls, playing a key role in policies and procedures implementation.
- Greeted and escorted clients and guests, providing superior client service.
- Demonstrated adaptability to last-minute changes and physical demands, showcasing a commitment to achieving accreditation excellence.

Education

Master's degree, Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Affairs
  • at ADA University
  • July 2018

Volunteered in organizing and holding The Baku International Humanitarian Forum that was held in ADA University. Diploma evaluated in the US by the Academic Evaluation Services, Inc. Diploma and transcript translated into English and notary authorized, available upon request.

Bachelor's degree, Translation and Synchronized Interpretation
  • at Azerbaijan University of Languages
  • June 2014

Diploma translated and notarial authorized version.

Specialties & Skills

Communications Management
Employee Relations
Top Management
Executive Assistance
COMMUNICATIONS
COORDINATING
EVENT PLANNING
PLANNING
PRESENTATIONS
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
ANALYTICS
INTERNAL CONTROLS

Languages

English
Expert
Turkish
Expert
Russian
Expert
Arabic
Beginner

Training and Certifications

Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Relations (Certificate)