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Kaie Koskaru-Nelk

Kaie Koskaru-Nelk

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Nelk Konsult OÜ | Estonia

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My Portfolio Highlights

My New Track

Understanding Data Topics

My New Course

Introduction to Python

My New Track

Understanding Data Topics

Data whisperer, unlocking the secrets hidden within the numbers.

My Work

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course

Understanding Data Science

course

Introduction to R

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Introduction to Python

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Understanding Data Science

My Certifications

These are the industry credentials that I’ve earned.

Data Analyst Associate

Data Analyst Associate

Python Data Associate

Python Data Associate

AI Fundamentals

AI Fundamentals

Data Literacy

Data Literacy

AI Ethics

AI Ethics

DataCamp Course Completion

Take a look at all the courses I’ve completed on DataCamp.

Courses

Introduction to Python
Introduction to SQL
Introduction to R
Intermediate Python

My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

Telia | Nov 2022 - Nov 2024

Data Governance Officer

• Led developing and implementing an enterprise data governance framework to enhance data quality, compliance, and strategic value. • Initiated the Data Governance Program and established the Data Governance Council, engaging cross-functional leaders. • Conducted a Data Mesh feasibility study and provided actionable recommendations. • Prepared for EU Data Act compliance and developed automated records of processing activities (ROPA). • Delivered data management training to 400+ employees, increasing enterprise-wide data awareness. • Contributed to national data initiatives, including defining competencies for data roles and influencing EU legislation.
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Self-employed | Jul 2022 - Present

Business, Data & Governance Consultant

• Expert at PwC (Mar 2023 – Jan 2025) – Advising on budgetary reforms and fiscal policy: - Supporting Estonia and Finland in integrating spending reviews and policy evaluations into the medium-term budget framework, strengthening fiscal sustainability and evidence-based decision-making. - Analysed performance-based budgeting and reporting challenges, developing recommendations to improve the State Budget Act and strategic budget planning. • Public Administration Expert at Civitta Eesti AS (Mar-Dec 2024) - Advised Tallinn Strategy Center on developing a sustainability governance framework. • Expert at ESTDEV (Sep 2022 – Mar 2023) – Led budget analysis for development cooperation agencies and Estonian state foundations; designed the Center’s management and control systems and coordinated the ISO management certificate renewal process. • Strategic Management Consultant at Statistics Estonia (Jul – Oct 2022) – Advised on strategic planning and organizational architecture, including business architecture, organizational structure, and process optimisation.

Statistikaamet / Statistics Estonia | Sep 2019 - Jun 2022

Deputy Director General

• Led national statistics production, overseeing data acquisition, processing, economic and environmental statistics, macroeconomic statistics, and population and social statistics. Managed international cooperation and development initiatives. • Managed a division of 260 people, with a direct team of 10, driving improvements in data quality, technological adoption, and state data management organization. • Integrated new data sources into statistical production and enhanced data processing and analysis through modern technologies. • Directed significant projects, including producing rapid statistics in response to the COVID-19 crisis and coordinating the 2021 Population and Housing Census.

Estonian Ministry of Finance / Rahandusministeerium | Nov 2014 - Jun 2019

Deputy Secretary General of Fiscal Policy

• Led the design and implementation of fiscal and macroeconomic policy, overseeing planning, monitoring, and evaluation of external funds as Head of the Managing Authority. Managed a 100-person unit, including a 6-member direct team. • Introduced an accrual-based state budget (2016) and led the transition to an activity-based state budget (2019–2020). • Coordinated the Estonian Presidency in EU budget policy (2nd half of 2017), including the 2017 EU budget procedure. • Led a pilot project to establish a single implementation unit for EU structural funds and cross-border programs (preparation in 2016, implementation from 2018). • Co-initiated the long-term strategic planning process "Estonia 2035". • Organized the 40th OECD Senior Budget Officials meeting in Estonia with 100 participants (2019).

Kultuuriministeerium / Estonian Ministry of Culture | Aug 2013 - Nov 2014

Head of Finance Department

• Managed strategic planning, budgeting, and accounting for the Estonian Ministry of Culture, overseeing a €172.5M budget. • Led the implementation of SAP financial accounting software, enhancing financial management and operational efficiency. • Supervised an 11-person team, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with financial regulations.

Estonian Ministry of Finance / Rahandusministeerium | Oct 2009 - Jul 2013

Head of State Budget Department

• Led the preparation, execution, and monitoring of the annual state budget, including negotiations, parliamentary proceedings, and IT system management. Built and maintained financial and development manager networks to strengthen cooperation and involvement. • Provided methodological guidance on state budget-related activities and contributed to legislative development. Developed and aligned budgeting and accounting principles, introducing new accounting objects. • Managed a 25-person team, improving workflow and cross-departmental collaboration.

Estonian Ministry of Justice | Sep 2003 - Sep 2009

Head of Finance and Property Management Division

• Managed budgeting, accounting, and property for the Ministry of Justice, overseeing a €108M budget and leading a 20-person division. • Established an Accounting Service Center within the Ministry of Justice, improving financial workflows and quality—this later evolved into the State Shared Service Center, expanding its scope across government entities. • Led the implementation of SAP financial accounting software, integrating strategic management with budgeting to align objectives and performance indicators. • Managed large-scale real estate projects, including the construction of Tartu Prison (1998–2002) and Viru Prison (2004–2008), as well as office building renovations (2002–2008).

Estonian Ministry of Justice | Sep 2001 - Sep 2003

Financial Analyst

• Planned revenues and expenditures for the Ministry of Justice, ensuring efficient budget management. • Supervised budgetary spending processes to optimize financial resources. • Managed and coordinated financial activities to support the Ministry's operations. • Developed financial reports and analyses to aid decision-making processes.

Different companies | Aug 2001 - Present

Work on supervisory boards

Committee January 2019 - April 2021 - Estonian National Opera, Member Of The Supervisory Board and Member Of The Audit Committee September 2018- August 2020 - MTÜ Tallinna Saarlaste Segakoor, Board Member May 2017 - May 2020 - AS Eesti Loto, Member Of The Supervisory Board June 2016 - June 2020 - Art Museum Of Estonia Foundation, Member Of The Supervisory Board August 2016 - August 2019 - North Estonian Medical Centre, Member Of The Supervisory Board July 2015 - April 2017 - AS Eesti Loto, Chairman Of The Supervisory Board May 2015 - August 2016 - Riigi Kinnisvara AS, Member Of The Audit Committee September 2013 - August 2016 - Foundation Vanalinna Teatrimaja, Chairman Of The Supervisory Board April 2013 - August 2014 - Foundation NUKU, Member Of The Supervisory Board March 2013 - August 2015 - Tallinnfilm OÜ/ Artis Cinema, Chairman Of The Supervisory Board November 2011 - November 2014 - The Integration Foundation, Member Of The Supervisory Board January 2011 - November 2013 - National Foundation of Civil Society, Member Of The Supervisory Board July 2008 - July 2010 - Rätsepa Infra MTÜ, Member Of The Supervisory Board August 2001- August 2006 - Korteriühistu Paldiski mnt 169, Board Member

Eesti Pank | Bank of Estonia | Nov 1997 - Dec 2001

Financial Analyst

My primary responsibilities were preparing banking regulations, conducting financial analyses, and supervising credit institutions.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Master's degree, Management of Information TechnologyTallinn University | 2005
Master’s Degree, EconomicsTartu Ülikool | 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), EconomicsTartu Ülikool | 1997
High School, Biology/chemistry classHugo Treffner Gymnasium | 1993

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