I am Nikoloz Melkadze, a results-driven leader with 10+ years of experience across defense education, international law, and project management. I currently serve as Senior Project Manager at Stamina Georgia, where I guide cross-functional teams, architect CRM solutions, and drive capability-building with international partners. My work blends policy research, instructional design, and strategic leadership to deliver impactful programs and NATO/EU interoperability initiatives. I am PMP-certified and actively bridge academia, government, and industry through multisector collaboration.…

Nikoloz Melkadze

I am Nikoloz Melkadze, a results-driven leader with 10+ years of experience across defense education, international law, and project management. I currently serve as Senior Project Manager at Stamina Georgia, where I guide cross-functional teams, architect CRM solutions, and drive capability-building with international partners. My work blends policy research, instructional design, and strategic leadership to deliver impactful programs and NATO/EU interoperability initiatives. I am PMP-certified and actively bridge academia, government, and industry through multisector collaboration.…

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I am Nikoloz Melkadze, a results-driven leader with 10+ years of experience across defense education, international law, and project management. I currently serve as Senior Project Manager at Stamina Georgia, where I guide cross-functional teams, architect CRM solutions, and drive capability-building with international partners.

My work blends policy research, instructional design, and strategic leadership to deliver impactful programs and NATO/EU interoperability initiatives. I am PMP-certified and actively bridge academia, government, and industry through multisector collaboration.

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Experience Level

Language

Georgian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Project Manager at Stamina Georgia
December 1, 2025 - Present
Lead consultations to document client requirements; design, implement, and optimize Pipedrive CRM systems; manage integrations via Pipedrive Marketplace, Make, and Zapier; deliver onboarding and training; provide post-implementation support; oversee multiple client projects to ensure timely, high-quality delivery; prepare documentation and user manuals; monitor usage metrics and propose system enhancements.
Deputy Director at LEPL Defence Institution Building School
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2025
Oversaw institutional development and NATO/EU interoperability programs; guided national defense education strategy; led NATO accreditation and supervised PMP-certified project management across international partnerships.
Acting Director at LEPL Defence Institution Building School
December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Acted as head of institution during leadership transition; ensured continuity of NATO-standard programs; managed institutional budgets, staff coordination, and international partnerships.
Invited Lecturer at Tbilisi State University, Ilia State University, GIPA, University of Georgia
September 1, 2016 - Present
Courses in International Maritime Law, Public International Law, and Diplomatic Law.
Founder and Director at Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Center, TSU
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Established a university-led center for commercializing research and fostering start-ups.
Invited Lecturer at Tbilisi State University; Ilia State University; GIPA; University of Georgia
September 1, 2016 - Present
Courses in International Maritime Law, Public International Law, and Diplomatic Law.

Education

PhD Candidate in International Law at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
January 1, 2016 - March 2, 2026
LL.M in International Law (Cum Laude) at University of Groningen
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
LL.B in International Law at Tbilisi State University (TSU)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Exchange Year (Law) at Vilnius University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
FLEX High School Exchange at Kenton High School, Ohio, USA
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
PhD Candidate in International Law at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
January 1, 2016 - March 2, 2026
LL.M in International Law at University of Groningen
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
LL.B in International Law at Tbilisi State University (TSU)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Exchange Year (Law) at Vilnius University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
FLEX High School Exchange at Kenton High School, Ohio, USA
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
International Diploma in Learning & Development
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
PMI-Certified Instructor
January 1, 2024 - March 2, 2026
EFQM Excellence Model Training for Trainers
January 1, 2016 - March 2, 2026
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
International Diploma in Learning & Development
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
PMI-Certified Instructor
January 1, 2024 - March 2, 2026
EFQM Excellence Model Training for Trainers
January 1, 2016 - March 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment

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