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Susana Mendes

Luanda

Summary

Dedicated and focused Project Manager adept at prioritizing tasks, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, and ensuring successful project delivery. Highly flexible, detail-oriented, and adaptive team player with a results-driven approach. A high-energy professional skilled in inspiring peak performance and fostering strong team relationships.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Servinfor
01.2023 - Current

• Overseeing ISO implementation projects together with different teams

• Successful implementation of ISO 9001

• In process of implementing the ISO 37001, 2000-1, and 27001

• Liaising with management and different members towards a common goal

PROJECT MANAGER

Gaia EES Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022

• Identification and acquisition of new business opportunities.

• Project planning, creation of schedules, and workflow coordination with multifunctional teams.

• Assessment of project risks and development of mitigation actions to minimize project impact.

• Participation in kickoff and progress meetings with clients.

• Supervision of schedules and resource reallocation as needed to achieve project goals.

• Review of processes with a focus on quality throughout project phases.

• Analysis of project KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).

• Management of social responsibility projects and fundraising for the implementation of various activities.

Project Manager

Digital Factory
10.2019 - 12.2021

• Team management duties related to the full process from conceiving the project to managing the development team.

• Responsible for the management and liaison between project and development teams.

• Led project risk assessment and mitigation, ensuring compliance with contracts and service level agreements.

• Managed project plans, timelines, and personnel, achieving deadlines ahead of schedule and within budget.

• Conducted subcontractor meetings to review requirements, schedules, and compliance, fostering strong community relations for cost optimization.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft and execute project schedules and plans, driving departmental operational improvements.

• Maintained productive relationships and proactive communication across the organization.

Commercial and Marketing Manager | 05/2018 to 09/2019

London English School - Luanda

• Developed marketing strategies aligned with school objectives, managing marketing budgets and corporate identity.

• Oversaw customer relations, identified new business opportunities, and coordinated marketing campaigns with sales activities.

• Managed online content on a daily basis, ensuring local presence at major events.

Account Manager

Timwe Angola
10.2015 - 12.2017

• Ensured project delivery and managed customer relationships, identifying and capturing new business opportunities.

• Validated alignment between proposals and project deliverables, supporting global sales and marketing teams.

• Managed content providers (CPs) and resolved issues in collaboration with internal teams.

Owner

Restaurante Momentus
10.2013 - 10.2015

• Analyzed competitors' products/services, improved existing offerings, and prepared promotional campaigns.

• Managed social media presence, engaged with customers, and organized promotional events.

Marketing Manager

Caluk
10.2011 - 06.2013

• Created promotional plans, managed secondary display initiatives, and collaborated with sales and marketing teams.

• Developed online marketing strategies, delivered management reports, and ensured PR integration into the website.

Education

University Attendance - Biotechnology For Health Sciences

Universidade Trás Os Montes E Alto Douro
Vila Real, Portugal

University Attendance - Biology

Universidade De Trás Os Montes E Alto Douro
Vila Real, Portugal

Skills

    Project Management

    Risk Assessment & Mitigation

    Project Planning & Execution

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Community Relations

    Team Leadership & Management

    Marketing Strategy Development

    Budget Management

    Brand Management

    Customer Relationship Management

    Sales Support

    Online Content Management

    Analytical Skills

Certification

Ongoing PMP Certification, Project Management Institute - USA

Scrum Certification, Scrum Alliance - USA


HOBBIES

• Volunteering and community involvement

• Traveling

• Camping

• Photography

• Reading

• Nature

Additional Information

**Publications**


**Full-Length Publications**

1. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. Myocardial effects of Urocortin 2 in the presence of heart failure. Mundo Médico 2008; ESC 2008 Supplement (in press)

**Abstract Publications**


*In National Journals*

1. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. Endothelial modulation of the inotropic and lusitropic effects of Urocortin 2. Revista Portuguesa de Cardiologia 2008; 27 (Supl.I): I-30.

2. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The effects of urocortin 2 on myocardial stiffness are attenuated in heart failure. Revista Portuguesa de Cardiologia 2008; 27 (Supl.I): I-152.

3. Lourenço AP, Brás-Silva C, Almeida M, Mendes S, Viterbo JF, Leite-Moreira AF. Acute hemodynamic effects of tezosentan in rats with monocrotaline-induced pulmonary hypertension. Revista Portuguesa de Cardiologia 2008; 27 (Supl.I): I-129.

4. Lourenço AP, Ronon-Albuquerque R Jr, Moreira-Rodrigues M, Brás-Silva C, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. A diet rich in lipids and simple carbohydrates improves survival, attenuates cachexia, and preserves myocardial function in pulmonary hypertension. Revista Portuguesa de Cardiologia 2008; 27 (Supl.I): I-129.


*In International Journals*

5. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. European Journal of Heart Failure 2008; 7 (Suppl.1): 120.

6. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. Increased inotropic and lusitropic responses to urocortin 2 in the presence of endocardial endothelial dysfunction. European Journal of Heart Failure 2008; 7 (Suppl.1): 120.

7. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The inotropic and lusitropic responses to urocortin 2 are increased in the presence of endocardial endothelial dysfunction. Journal of Hypertension 2008; 26 (Suppl. 1): S71.

8. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. Journal of Hypertension 2008; 26 (Suppl. 1): S268

9. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. European Heart Journal 2008; 29(Abstract Supplement): 428


**Presentations**


*At National Scientific Meetings*

1. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. Endothelial modulation of the inotropic and lusitropic effects of Urocortin 2. XXIX Portuguese Congress of Cardiology. April 20-23, 2008; Vilamoura, Portugal.

2. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The effects of urocortin 2 on myocardial stiffness are attenuated in heart failure. XXIX Portuguese Congress of Cardiology. April 20-23, 2008; Vilamoura, Portugal.

3. Lourenço AP, Brás-Silva C, Almeida M, Mendes S, Viterbo JF, Leite-Moreira AF. Acute hemodynamic effects of tezosentan in rats with monocrotaline-induced pulmonary hypertension. XXIX Portuguese Congress of Cardiology. April 20-23, 2008; Vilamoura, Portugal.

4. Lourenço AP, Ronon-Albuquerque R Jr, Moreira-Rodrigues M, Brás-Silva C, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. A diet rich in lipids and simple carbohydrates improves survival, attenuates cachexia, and preserves myocardial function in pulmonary hypertension. XXIX Portuguese Congress of Cardiology. April 20-23, 2008; Vilamoura, Portugal.


*At International Scientific Meetings*

5. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. Heart Failure Congress 2008. June 14-17, 2008; Milan, Italy.

6. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. Increased inotropic and lusitropic responses to urocortin 2 in the presence of endocardial endothelial dysfunction. Heart Failure Congress 2008. June 14-17, 2008; Milan, Italy.

7. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Mendes S, Almeida M, Leite-Moreira AF. The inotropic and lusitropic responses to urocortin 2 are increased in the presence of endocardial endothelial dysfunction. Hypertension 2008. June 14-19, 2008; Berlin, Germany.

8. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. Hypert

ension 2008. June 14-19, 2008; Berlin, Germany.

9. Brás-Silva C, Fontes-Sousa AP, Almeida M, Mendes S, Leite-Moreira AF. The urocortin 2-induced decrease in myocardial stiffness is compromised in heart failure. European Society of Cardiology Congress 2008. August 30 - September 03, 2008; Munich, Germany.

Languages

Portuguese
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
French
Intermediate
B1

Timeline

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Servinfor
01.2023 - Current

PROJECT MANAGER

Gaia EES Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022

Project Manager

Digital Factory
10.2019 - 12.2021

Account Manager

Timwe Angola
10.2015 - 12.2017

Owner

Restaurante Momentus
10.2013 - 10.2015

Marketing Manager

Caluk
10.2011 - 06.2013

University Attendance - Biotechnology For Health Sciences

Universidade Trás Os Montes E Alto Douro

University Attendance - Biology

Universidade De Trás Os Montes E Alto Douro
Susana Mendes