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SONA DUBUKHOVA

Doncaster,North Yorkshire

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in project management, public relations, and leadership, supported by strong decision-making and critical-thinking skills. Experienced in navigating sensitive situations and adapting to changing regulations, demonstrated through my work with patients at the Azerbaijan Thalassemia Association and as a Customs Officer at the international airport, where I managed complex procedures and engaged with diverse individuals. Proficient in effective communication, teamwork, and time management, with fluency in multiple languages enhancing collaboration. Committed to building meaningful relationships and driving organizational success through strategic planning, empathy, and attentive listening.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Customs Inspector

State Customs Committee (Azerbaijan)
Baku
10.2017 - 09.2025

Chairman

Azerbaijan Thalassemia Association
Baku
11.2013 - 11.2022

Education

Master - Public Administration and Public Policy

University of York
YORK
09.2024 - 09.2025

Masters - Philology

Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University
BAKU
09.2014 - 09.2016

Bachelors of Arts - Pedagogy (Azerbaijan Language And Literature)

Baku Engineering University
BAKU
09.2010 - 09.2014

Skills

1 Project Management

2 Leadership and Teamwork

3 Public Relations and Communication

4 Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

5 Time Management and Adaptability

6 Fluent in Multiple Languages

7 Sensitive Communication

8 Effective Listening

9 Border Control Principles

10 Customs regulations knowledge

11 Anti-Smuggling expertise

12 Reporting and documentation competence

LANGUAGES

English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Azerbaijan: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
Russian: Basic

Projects

  • Social Enlightenment Program about Thalassemia (11/2013-11/2022), Providing treatment related information for patients and their family members, Stimulation of donor voluntarily in Azerbaijan, To organize the participation of Thalassemia patients in international conferences;


  • Establishment of the National Unified Data System of Law Enforcement Bodies of the Republic of Azerbaijan (07/2022-01/2023), Preparation of new changes in the right legislation simplification, Application of advanced practices within international cooperation.

Timeline

Master - Public Administration and Public Policy

University of York
09.2024 - 09.2025

Customs Inspector

State Customs Committee (Azerbaijan)
10.2017 - 09.2025

Masters - Philology

Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University
09.2014 - 09.2016

Chairman

Azerbaijan Thalassemia Association
11.2013 - 11.2022

Bachelors of Arts - Pedagogy (Azerbaijan Language And Literature)

Baku Engineering University
09.2010 - 09.2014
SONA DUBUKHOVA