Marija Beze has over 15 years of experience in mine detection dogs (MDD), explosives detection, and project management. She has worked extensively in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Norway. Her experience includes managing MDD and REST programs, training dogs and handlers, conducting research on REST, and coordinating mine clearance operations. She has a degree in business management and certifications in dog training, animal health, and explosives ordnance.

1. MARIJA BEZE
Langerudveien 5  1188 Oslo, Norway  |Mobile| +4793948004 |Home| +4793948004 marija.beze@hotmail.com
Profile: Result oriented, strong work ethic, capable of success in group or individual setting. Abilities include but not
limited to, Remote Explosive Scent Tracing (REST), skilled mine detection,explosives canine detection trainerhandler
with strong set of tactical and technical proficiencies. Knowledgeable in veterinary control and MDD training. Competent
in successfully managing a project while staying within budget guidelines. Uphold the ability to analyze and translate
research data. Affective cross cultural communication skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Norwegian People’s Aid – GTC Global Training Center | Sarajevo | Bosnia & Herzegovina |
Project Manager | REST, July 2007 – August 2009
 Responsible for the complete management and administration of Remote Explosive Scent Tracing (REST) program.
 Preserve the overall welfare of the dogs to ensure optimized performance.
 Managed 18 research assistants, technicians and general staff.
 Collaborated with Research Scientist to implement design and conduct empirical research into REST with dogs.
 Accountable for identifying, collection, storage, detection training, testing, and maintenance of cataloged samples.
 Composed and documented analyses of dog and staff behavior.
 Trained in all areas of responsibilities of the Research Scientist to permit Research Scientists absence.
 Liaison with NPA-GTC in regard to technical, operational and thematic aspects of the program.
 Assisted Research Scientist with presentations of analyzed research data.
 Administered financial budgets and maintained accounting records.
 Retained the infrastructure necessary for an effective and efficient research program.
 Observe, evaluate and document procedures that affect behavior of dogs.
 Report to the NPA Resident Representative for Tanzania with regard to financial, administrative and personnel matters.
 Completed all duties requested including responsibilities outside project management to improve the performance of
the project.
Swedish Rescue Services Agency – SUA Morogoro | PO BOX 655 Morogoro |Tanzania
Veterinary | MDD Coordinator | REST Trainer, June 2005 – August 2007
 MDD Training and Leadership.
 Veterinary control of 12 REST dogs.
 Principal focus on monitoring REST Dogs and Handlers on a Daily Basis.
 Successfully completed one year training in project management, office management and accounting.
 Proficient in United Nations protocol for advanced security in the field.
 Accountable for documentation and TRA Law and Rules (Tanzania).
 Administered NSSF/PAYE and payments of monthly salaries for 18 employees.

2. Entoto Centre for Training MDD and EDD | Addis Ababa | Ethiopia
MDD Trainer | Mine Action Dog Project Coordinator | September 2004 – May 2005
 Daily clearance of mine fields between Ethiopia and Eritrea border.
 Coordinated the responsibilities and tasks of 17 personneland 18 dogs.
 Educated over 72 staff in demining practices.
 Conducted courses for local population in dog handling and demining.
 Developed logistical schedule for management and organization.
Norwegian People’s Aid | Rajovac | Sarajevo | Bosnia & Herzegovina
MDD Handler | Team Lead | Trainer | July 2000 – August 2004
 Team Leader for 21 Handlers and 18 Dogs.
 Conditional training for all dogs in Mine Action cca. 25 Mine Detection Dogs .
 NPA GTC Sarajevo part of NPA Mine Action focusing on dog breeding and MDD training of over 50 teams.
 Responsible for puppy breeding and socialization for more than 100 puppies throughout one year.
 Veterinary control of all MDD’s, per year cca. 150.
 Training in test mine fields in Sarajevo, Visoko, Olovo, Mostar, all locations the NPA cleaning in Bosnia, and Croatia
testing field in Skabrnja.
 Oversaw the purchasing and breeding of dogs from Europe using only authorized dog breeders.
 Testing and preparation of dogs and handlers for accreditations resulting in a pass of over 100 MDD’s.
 Conducted courses for dog training, explosives and UXO in the field.
 Administered veterinary and medical first aid for dogs and handlers.
 Dog Trainer on a team of 21 handlers and 14 Mine Detection Dogs.
Education:
Diploma in BusinessManagement & Entrepreneurship|Alison University for Business and Management | March 2011
Stonebridge Associated Colleges / UK |Diploma in Animal Health, High Level 3| Certification | July-Sept. 2009
Penn Foster College International / USA| Certified Dog Obedience/Animal behavior Specialist| Diploma/Certification | June
2009
Sarajevo Graduate School ofBusiness |Certified with the Graduate Business Education Project | March 2001
Sarajevo GTC –Norway Norwegian People’s Aid/ Oslo|Diploma Pyrotechnics and UXO | June 2000
Medicine College in Belgrade/ Sarajevo (4 years) |Diploma / Medicine Technician | May 1997
Veterinary College in Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina|Diploma in Veterinary Science (B.S. Equivalent) | Sept. 1994
Fluent in: English | Croatian | Serbian | Bosnian
Conversational: Kiswahili
Weapons Familiarity: Glock 17|CZ110|Browning Hi-Power| M24 Sniper
Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office
Personal Interests:
Horse Back Riding/Training | Scuba Diving | Bicycling| Jogging |Swimming | Mountain Hiking | Rock Climbing |