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Oleg Tortladze

Advisor In Governance, Legal Advocacy And Strategic Communications
3118 Henry Hogge Lnane,VA

Summary

Advisor in Legal Advocacy, Governance, and Strategic Communications with a proven track record as a high-profile public servant. Skilled in management, negotiation, strategic planning, policy-making, and policy analysis. Published up to 10 articles and policy papers on issues related to governance, human rights, and public policy. Expertise in driving impactful reforms, developing strategic communication plans, and leading high-stakes projects across diverse sectors.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Strategic Communications Advisor to the Chairman

Public Service Hall-Ministry of Justice of Georgia
Remote
07.2023 - 12.2024
  • Conducted thorough research to identify key challenges to efficient and effective targeted strategic communications.
  • Streamlined internal communication processes, improving team collaboration and productivity.
  • Developed data-based, citizen-centered strategic communications systems.
  • Spearheaded the development and design of a new organizational website, overseeing its structure, user experience, and visual aesthetics to align with brand objectives.
  • Led over 10 social media campaigns, including those for the Ministry of Justice of Georgia.
  • Planned and executed pre- and post-production of over 40 public relations videos.
  • Evaluated the success of communication initiatives through data analysis, optimizing future efforts based on insights gained.

Chief Executive Officer

Zezva Agency
Remote
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Adopted and implemented the digital marketing strategy.
  • Directed client outreach efforts and negotiated contracts to secure key partnerships.
  • Led 2 projects focused on UI/UX design and web development.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.

Invited Lecturer

Caucasus University
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • Taught Public International Law, International Human Rights Law, International Treaty Law, and European Union Law in graduate and postgraduate programs.

Chairman

National Agency of Public Registry- MoJ Georgia
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Designed and implemented a nationwide reform for systematic land registration, managing a budget of $43.7 million.
  • Directed the creation of a modern business registry, transforming registration workflows.
  • Initiated and led digital cartography and database projects in collaboration with the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation and the World Bank, resulting in platforms such as maps.gov.ge, the Georgia Maps App, and slr.napr.gov.ge.
  • Designed the National Spatial Development Infrastructure (NSDI) reform.
  • Developed new e-services and enhanced existing ones, automating processes and improving accessibility, user experience, and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented a comprehensive organizational reform to establish a proper structure, effective policies, and streamlined internal and external processes.
  • Spearheaded the adoption and implementation of robust corruption prevention policies.
  • Co-created and oversaw the implementation of strategic communication plans to support and promote the reforms.

Deputy Chairman

National Agency of Public Registry- MoJ Georgia
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Led legal processes and supervised HR, Legal, Property Registration, Address Registration, and Administration departments.
  • Drafted and executed a strategic communications plan.
  • Implemented a comprehensive inventory of business processes.
  • Developed and introduced business process streamlining strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

Researcher

Geocase- Tbilisi-Based Think Tank
03.2019 - 06.2021
  • Researched issues related to human rights, international law, public governance, public services, self-government, and education.
  • Published monthly articles in Georgian and English on topics of national and international importance.
  • Authored policy papers to address governance and policy challenges.
  • Provided expert commentary to Georgian media outlets on local and international issues.
  • Created and hosted Geopodcast, an audio podcast focusing on geopolitical and policy-related discussions.

Head of Permission and Monitoring Division

Tbilisi City Hall, Environmental Protection Dep.
03.2018 - 06.2021
  • Administered permissions for construction and land use.
  • Drafted relevant legislation to support land and construction policies.
  • Established and implemented monitoring mechanisms to ensure the enforcement of issued permissions.
  • Standardized internal and external business processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.
  • Interfaced with high-level city government officials on key policy issues.

Chief Legal Officer

Unimed Goup Corporation
10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Represented the company in court and arbitration proceedings.
  • Provided legal counsel on corporate matters and strategic decisions.
  • Acted as the company’s representative in dealings with third parties.

Arbitration Consultant

UNDP Georgia
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Revised the Georgian Arbitrators Association's (GAA) Charter as part of the project Enhancing Access to Justice and Development of a Child-Friendly Justice System in Georgia.
  • Drafted the Strategic Document and Action Plan for the GAA.
  • Prepared the 2018 annual budget for the GAA.

Acting Senior Specialist; Lawyer

Georgian National Tourism Administration
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Prepared a variety of legal documents, including lawsuits, responses, motions, and official letters.
  • Represented the Administration in negotiations and interactions with third parties.
  • Drafted international contracts and agreements to support organizational goals.

Legal Counsel and Representative in Georgia

Start Airline LTD
04.2014 - 04.2015
  • Represented an Iraq-based company in dealings with third parties in Georgia.
  • Negotiated agreements with third parties to advance the company’s interests.
  • Provided comprehensive legal assistance to support the company’s operations.

Legal Department Intern

Medical Insurance Group-Archimedes Global Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia
11.2013 - 12.2013
  • Represented the company at the Office of Medical Mediation.
  • Advocated for the company in court proceedings.
  • Provided comprehensive legal assistance to support the company’s operations.

Education

Ph.D. - Public International Law

Tbilisi State University
Tbilisi, Georgia
09.2018 - Current

Master of International Law and the Law of International Organizations - Public International Law

University of Groningen
Groningen, The Netherlands
09.2016 - 08.2017

Graduate of Extracurricular Course on Entrepreneurship -

University of Groningen Centre of Entrepreneurship
Groningen, The Netherlands
02.2017 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Law -

Caucasus University
Tbilisi, Georgia
09.2011 - 07.2015

Graduate of International Criminal Law Summer School -

Nuremberg Summer Academy 2015
Nuremberg, Germany
08.2015 - 08.2015

Graduate of International Summer School on Migration -

Project ENIGMA, ICMPD
Kvareli, Georgia
06.2015 - 07.2015

Graduate of Training Course in Negotiation -

Georgia's Reforms Associates (GRASS)
Tbilisi, Georgia
04.2013 - 05.2013

Skills

Crisis management

Corporate communications

Brand messaging

Public relations

Campaign development

Strategy implementation

Strategic messaging

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Additional Information

  • International Masters Programs- Scholarship Committee Member, International Education Center, Government of Georgia 2019.
  • International Alumni Ambassador to the South Caucasus, University of Groningen 2017-2018.
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Reform Consultant, Reformation of Dutch Bilateral Investment Treaties (BIT), 11/2016 - 05/2017.
  • International Masters Programs - International Education Center, Government of Georgia, Scholarship, 2016.
  • University of Groningen, Partial Scholarship Law - Scholarship, 2016.
  • Caucasus University- Scholarship, 2011-2015.

Timeline

Strategic Communications Advisor to the Chairman

Public Service Hall-Ministry of Justice of Georgia
07.2023 - 12.2024

Chief Executive Officer

Zezva Agency
09.2022 - 09.2023

Chairman

National Agency of Public Registry- MoJ Georgia
07.2021 - 09.2022

Deputy Chairman

National Agency of Public Registry- MoJ Georgia
06.2021 - 07.2021

Researcher

Geocase- Tbilisi-Based Think Tank
03.2019 - 06.2021

Invited Lecturer

Caucasus University
01.2019 - 09.2022

Ph.D. - Public International Law

Tbilisi State University
09.2018 - Current

Head of Permission and Monitoring Division

Tbilisi City Hall, Environmental Protection Dep.
03.2018 - 06.2021

Chief Legal Officer

Unimed Goup Corporation
10.2017 - 03.2018

Arbitration Consultant

UNDP Georgia
08.2017 - 03.2018

Graduate of Extracurricular Course on Entrepreneurship -

University of Groningen Centre of Entrepreneurship
02.2017 - 03.2017

Master of International Law and the Law of International Organizations - Public International Law

University of Groningen
09.2016 - 08.2017

Acting Senior Specialist; Lawyer

Georgian National Tourism Administration
10.2015 - 08.2016

Graduate of International Criminal Law Summer School -

Nuremberg Summer Academy 2015
08.2015 - 08.2015

Graduate of International Summer School on Migration -

Project ENIGMA, ICMPD
06.2015 - 07.2015

Legal Counsel and Representative in Georgia

Start Airline LTD
04.2014 - 04.2015

Legal Department Intern

Medical Insurance Group-Archimedes Global Georgia
11.2013 - 12.2013

Graduate of Training Course in Negotiation -

Georgia's Reforms Associates (GRASS)
04.2013 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Law -

Caucasus University
09.2011 - 07.2015
Oleg TortladzeAdvisor In Governance, Legal Advocacy And Strategic Communications