Jana Škvarková












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            Ing. Jana Škvarková

            AML/Compliance Specialist and FATCA&CRS Officer at Uniqa pojišťovna, a.s.


            Expertise and focus:                   I have long-term experience in compliance,
                                                   internal audit and research management across

                                                   both the private and public sectors. I have worked
                                                   with students, graduates and junior colleagues,
                                                   supporting their professional development. I can

                                                   provide mentoring in Czech, Slovak and English. I
                                                   work on projects at both the local and internationa
                                                   levels. I am also interested in process mapping,

                                                   analysis and improvement, including the use of
                                                   automation and AI to increase efficiency. I am
                                                   engaged in initiatives supporting a healthy work

                                                   environment as a leader of the Mental Health First
                                                   Aid Community and a member of the Women Inspiration
                                                   Network Group. I focus on connecting practical

                                                   experience, individual development and knowledge
                                                   sharing. Through mentoring, I offer a practical
                                                   perspective on career opportunities and support in

                                                   navigating professional changes.
            Form of mentoring meetings:            Either way, online or offline, but I prefer meeting
                                                   in person.

            Has an experience in:                  Career in the private sector
                                                   Career in the public sector


                                                   Link to CV [ URL "https://www.linkedin.com/in/jana-
                                                   %C5%A1kvarkov%C3%A1-8089b2129/"]


            Previous mentoring experience:         As a mentor - Since 2014, I have worked with
                                                   students, graduates and junior colleagues,

                                                   supporting their understanding of career options
                                                   and professional development paths, initially in a
                                                   managerial role and later as a senior colleague.



            Motivation:                            I would like to become a mentor for postdocs
                                                   as I am interested in supporting their academic

                                                   and professional development, while also further
                                                   enriching my own experience in an academic
                                                   environment. I aim to help postdocs understand

                                                   their options in education and career paths and
                                                   support them in making informed decisions about
                                                   their future. At the same time, I see mentoring

                                                   as an opportunity to develop my expertise in
                                                   mental health, women’s development and coaching,
                                                   which I am actively pursuing and plan to further

                                                   formalize through certification. I am also motivate
                                                   to contribute to building a healthier and more
                                                   supportive work culture, both professionally and

                                                   personally.


            Career guidance topics you can discuss •iCreating a career plan, strategy
            mentor:                                • Identifying and utilizing one's skill set

                                                   • Asking essential life questions
                                                   • Career change, change of field
                                                   • Navigating the job market, employment

                                                     opportunities
                                                   • Support in areas I have experience in andsharing
                                                     mental health knowledge and skills (Mental Health

                                                     First Aid Certification)

            Research related experience the mentor •sConsultation on preparation for a job interview
            share with the mentee:                 • Networking - introducing people in the field

                                                   • Participating in events together with a mentee
                                                     (conferences, symposia, fairs, etc.)
                                                   • Consultation on required competencies for the

                                                     private sector
                                                   • Navigating the job market in the sector I operate
                                                     in

                                                   • Project management partly


            Open to discuss topics related to familYesnd work–
            life balance:

            Language:                              I prefer to conduct mentoring sessions in Czech,
                                                   Slovak or English. I can also communicate in Swedis

                                                   (advanced level, with a certificate), as well as
                                                   basic German and Spanish.