I am a Senior Project Manager with extensive international experience specializing in culture, tourism, and communications sectors. I combine strategic vision with operational creativity to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver impactful projects, including the organization of international cultural events and management of art collections and archives. With a passion for cultural heritage and education, I actively engage in promoting Italian culture in Prague and collaborating within European cultural networks. My expertise spans project design, strategic execution, economic analysis, and digital communication, supported by strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Flavio R.G. Mela

I am a Senior Project Manager with extensive international experience specializing in culture, tourism, and communications sectors. I combine strategic vision with operational creativity to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver impactful projects, including the organization of international cultural events and management of art collections and archives. With a passion for cultural heritage and education, I actively engage in promoting Italian culture in Prague and collaborating within European cultural networks. My expertise spans project design, strategic execution, economic analysis, and digital communication, supported by strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

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I am a Senior Project Manager with extensive international experience specializing in culture, tourism, and communications sectors. I combine strategic vision with operational creativity to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver impactful projects, including the organization of international cultural events and management of art collections and archives.

With a passion for cultural heritage and education, I actively engage in promoting Italian culture in Prague and collaborating within European cultural networks. My expertise spans project design, strategic execution, economic analysis, and digital communication, supported by strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Czech
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Project Manager at Italian Cultural Institute, Prague, Czech Republic
June 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Managed the IIC Prague Library and Documentation Center and its archive initiatives. Coordinated over 30 cultural events and festivals including educational and digital projects during the pandemic. Organized guided tours, cultural initiatives on social inclusion, and enriched Italian cultural heritage projects in partnership with the Italian Embassy. Founding coordinator of the EUNIC Library network and managed editorial partnerships.
Professor of Art History at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
February 28, 2022 - Present
Manages and delivers courses on Italian art history at university level.
Senior Project Manager at Eleutheria Foundation, Prague, Czech Republic
September 1, 2017 - Present
Management and coordination of the foundation's projects including conception, artistic direction, and organization of more than 20 international events. Curatorship and promotion of the art collection and historical archives, digitization and partnership collaborations. Oversight of multi-year budgets, financial reporting, supplier management, contract oversight, and cost control.
Project Coordinator at Ministry of Culture, Italy
June 30, 2016 - July 31, 2025
Coordinated projects promoting Italian cultural heritage including inventorying, digitization, multimedia content design, and development of digital platforms in collaboration with public archives and interdisciplinary teams.
Project Coordinator at UNESCO WH Site of the Villa Romana del Casale, Italy
April 30, 2016 - July 31, 2025
Designed and managed five UNESCO projects with operational coordination of multidisciplinary teams. Developed business plans, expenditure oversight, and reporting. Designed thematic and educational itineraries, training, and managed communication, digital media, and branding initiatives including web portals, social media, and audiovisual content. Curated events and exhibitions, implemented accessibility projects for individuals with disabilities.
Project Manager at Eleutheria Foundation, Prague (Czech Republic)
December 31, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Managed projects for the foundation, contributing to cultural and artistic initiatives.
Intern (Leonardo Project) at Italian Cultural Institute, Prague (Czech Republic)
December 31, 2014 - July 31, 2025
Supported cultural project activities during internship.
Cultural Consultant at RAI (Italian Radio and Television), Italy
December 31, 2013 - July 31, 2025
Provided consultancy for cultural projects and initiatives.
Marketing Manager and Receptionist at Hotel Selene, Piazza Armerina (Italy)
December 31, 2011 - July 31, 2025
Managed marketing activities and performed receptionist duties.
Project Planner at Etna N'geniousa Association, Catania (Italy)
December 31, 2010 - July 31, 2025
Developed and managed cultural projects in the region of Etna.
Museum Employee at Diocesan Museum of Piazza Armerina (Italy)
December 31, 2009 - July 31, 2025
Assisted in museum operations and cultural heritage management.
Project Planner at Cyclops Island Nature Reserve, Catania (Italy)
December 31, 2009 - July 31, 2025
Planned and coordinated projects related to nature reserve management and cultural initiatives.
Educator and cultural facilitator at Salesian Youth Centers of Sicily (Italy)
December 31, 2008 - July 31, 2025
Organized training and educational initiatives for youth, coordinated youth councils, managed training camps for educators, developed instructional materials, and managed socio-cultural web radio initiatives.
National Civil Service at Floristella-Grottacalda Mining Park (Italy)
December 31, 2006 - July 31, 2025
Contributed to activities related to mining park management and cultural projects.
Receptionist at Ostello del Borgo, Piazza Armerina (Italy)
December 31, 2004 - July 31, 2025
Performed receptionist duties.

Education

Master's Degree at University of Catania, Italy
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Bachelor's Degree at University of Catania, Italy
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
High School Diploma at A. Cascino Academy, Piazza Armerina, Italy
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002

Qualifications

Google Project Management Professional Certification
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Postgraduate Master's Degree in European Project Development
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Postgraduate Master's Degree in Cultural Management
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Professional Certification in Ecotourism
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Professional certification as a 'Multifunctional Cultural Animator'
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality, Government