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About the Project Office

The Project Office of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University is a center for coordination, monitoring, and development of all university project initiatives. Its mission is to implement a modern project management culture, increase the efficiency of strategic initiatives, and develop project competencies among staff and students.

The Project Office ensures a systematic approach to managing educational, scientific, and infrastructure projects by uniting departments and external partners to achieve the University's development goals.

Main Areas of Activity:

Project planning and support — from idea to implementation, with control over timelines, budget, and results;
Methodological and analytical support — development of standards, templates, regulations, training, and consulting;
Monitoring and performance evaluation — maintaining a project registry, KPI analysis, and risk management;
Integration of project-based approaches into education — developing competencies among students and faculty;
Digitalization of processes — application of modern IT tools for planning, communication, and reporting.

The ENU Project Office is a driver of sustainable transformation, forming a unified project management ecosystem and improving the quality of the university environment.

Projects Supervised by the Project Office of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (ENU)

№	Project Title	Project Objective	Project Leader	Project Owner / Sponsor
1	Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES)	Organize and conduct a summer school for University of Arizona students to improve their Russian and Kazakh language proficiency and gain insight into Kazakhstan’s socio-cultural life (by Aug 8, 2025).	Asem Ilyasova – Director, Institute of Continuing Education	University of Arizona; Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs A.B. Beisenbai
2	Zeren Photo Fest	Train students in photojournalism with national media involvement; at least 10 participants and 5 quality works each (by Nov 28, 2025).	Yerbol Yerdenbek – Head, Information Center	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
3	SmartVoice: Inclusive Education through Audiotechnology	Develop and implement a SMART.ENU module for automatic lecture-to-audio conversion with Kazakh language support (by Dec 22, 2025).	Assel Omarbekova – Director, Department of Digital Development	Vice-Rector for Digitalization / Chief Digital Officer G.T. Bekmanova
4	Two Bridges ENU	Conduct open ship-modeling competitions among students and pupils with ≥15 teams, ≥20 media publications (by Sept 20, 2025).	O. Tenbai – Head, Strategic Planning Office	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
5	IQUP	Host an intellectual competition among Astana universities to foster logical and critical thinking (by Mar 15, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep – Director, Department of Social and Civic Development	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
6	Green Energy Management	Conduct the international summer school GEM with universities from Italy and Uzbekistan (by Sept 30, 2025).	A.V. Karmelyuk – Director, Department of International Cooperation	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
7	ENU Videocast – Education Without Borders	Produce and publish 7 podcast episodes on inclusive education on ENU’s YouTube channel (by Dec 12, 2025).	Yaroslava Kovaleva – Head, Center for Inclusive Support	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
8	ENU Kids Camp	Expand the university’s social benefits package for faculty and staff (by June 30, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
9	Eurasian Climate Talks	Conduct a series of events to promote sustainable development among students (by Dec 22, 2025).	R. Akshalova – Head, Department of International Law	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov; Embassy of Germany
10	Bolashak PRO Club	Increase faculty participation in the “Bolashak – 500 Scientists” fellowship and raise awareness (by Nov 28, 2025).	A.S. Maikanov – Director, Administrative Department	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
11	Ecological Oasis	Create a green eco-zone in ENU’s campus with ≥12 planted species and ≥10 media publications (within 2025).	O. Tenbai	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
12	Eco-Art Project: “See with Your Heart – Nature at Your Fingertips”	Hold 7 workshops and 2 exhibitions from recycled materials to create an inclusive art platform (by Dec 12, 2025).	Yaroslava Kovaleva	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
13	Psychologist-Practitioner School	Develop practical skills for ≥25 psychology students through applied training (by Nov 28, 2025).	N.B. Beissenova – Head, Center for Psychological Support	Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development L. Telegenkyzy
14	MGIMO Branch at ENU	Open a branch of Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) at ENU (by Oct 30, 2025).	B.Zh. Somzhurek – Director, Higher School of Education	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
15	Laboratory of Sociological Research	Conduct an autumn data analysis school using Python, train 10 students and 2 lecturers, automate UVKOK (by Dec 20, 2025).	Sh.T. Akhmetova – Head, UVKOK	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
16	Global ENU Programs Abroad	Accredit ENU programs in China and launch training at Nankai University (by Oct 30, 2025).	A.O. Zhagyparova – Dean, Faculty of Economics	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
17	Luban Workshop (Tianjin)	Establish the Luban Workshop for AI, drones, and automation fields (by Dec 22, 2025).	Gulmira Tyleuberdievna Bekmanova – Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Chief Digital Officer of ENU	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
18	ICT Advisory Council	Establish a council under ENU to provide strategic recommendations for ICT and AI development (by Dec 22, 2025).	L.S. Sabitova – Director, Department of Online Learning	Vice-Rector for Digitalization G.T. Bekmanova
19	From Classroom to Leadership: Alumni Research (1996–2025)	Publish an analytical book on ENU alumni to mark the 30th anniversary (by Dec 22, 2025).	A.B. Smailova – Head, Marketing and Alumni Relations	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
20	Individual Lecturer Plan (ILP)	Develop a digital tool for organizing and systematizing faculty work (by Dec 20, 2025).	Sh.T. Akhmetova	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
21	Green Office	Establish ENU’s “Green Office” as a coordination center for sustainability, promoting eco-projects, infrastructure, and monitoring (by Dec 22, 2025).	N.R. Rakhimova – Head, Center for Sustainable Development	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization D.R. Aitmagambetov
22	Astana Aruy – 2025	Organize a student beauty and image contest among Astana universities (by Apr 4, 2025).	Zh.A. Tilep – Director, Department of Social and Civic Development	Vice-Rector for Socio-Cultural Development L. Telegenkyzy
23	Altai Heritage Expedition – 2	Conduct a car expedition across the Altai region to study cultural heritage and promote ENU’s 30th anniversary (by Sept 1, 2026).	A.S. Maikanov	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
24	ESG and Sustainable Development (EMBA)	Launch an EMBA program on ESG and sustainability, develop materials, host expert workshops (by Nov 28, 2025).	Asem Ilyasova	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
25	Guest Campus	Open a guest-house floor for foreign professors and visitors; train tourism students in hospitality management (by Sept 2026).	A. Zhumataev – Director, Directorate of Student Dormitories	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
26	20 New Sports Sections	Launch 20 sports sections across various disciplines engaging ≥500 students (by June 1, 2025).	D.A. Rakhimzhanov – Head, ENU Sports Club	Vice-Rector for Strategic Development A.B. Beisenbai
27	ENU Global Research	Increase the number of international projects and faculty involvement in research collaborations (by Dec 31, 2025).	A.B. Zakirova, A.V. Karmelyuk	Vice-Rectors: D.R. Aitmagambetov, Zh.D. Kurmangaliyeva
28	ENUGrad Campus Construction	Build a new university campus with educational, research, housing, and tech-park facilities (by Dec 2030).	K.M. Sayabayev – Advisor to Rector on Construction	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov
29	TechnoPark Laboratory	Develop infrastructure for the ENU-QURYLYS Engineering Center to advance green technologies (by Dec 2027).	K.M. Sayabayev	Chair of the Board – Rector E.B. Sydykov

Projects of 2025

№	Project Title	Project Goal	Project Manager	Project Owner / Customer / Sponsor
1	Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES) in Kazakhstan	Organization of the University of Arizona Summer School for the study of Russian and Kazakh languages and the culture of Kazakhstan (by 08.08.2025)	Ilyassova A.S. – Director of the Institute of Continuing Education (EMBA)	Beysenbay A.B. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs
2	Photo Festival "Zeren Photo Fest"	Training students in photography with media involvement, involving ≥10 students and ≥5 photo works (by 28.11.2025)	Yerdenbek E.S. – Head of the Information Center	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
3	SmartVoice: Inclusive Education through Audio Technologies	Implementation of the SMART.ENU module for automatic conversion of lectures into audio format with Kazakh language support (by 22.12.2025)	Omarbekova A.S. – Director of the Digital Development Department	Bekmanova G.T. – Governance: Member of the Management Board- Vice-Rector for Digitalization – Digital Officer
4	"TWO BRIDGES ENU" (ship modeling competitions)	Ship modeling competitions among schoolchildren and students, involving ≥15 participants and ≥20 publications (by 20.09.2025)	Tenbay O.Zh. – Head of the Strategic Planning Department	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
5	"IQUP" Knowledge Competition	Conducting an intellectual game among Astana universities to develop logical and critical thinking (by 15.03.2025)	Tilep Zh.A. – Director of the Social and Civil Development Department	Tolegenkyzy L. —Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
6	Green Energy Management (GEM) Summer School	International GEM (Green Energy Management) Summer School with universities from Italy and Uzbekistan (by 30.09.2025)	Karmelyuk A.V. – Director of the International Cooperation Department	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
7	"ENU.VIDEOCAST – Education Without Borders"	Recording and publishing 7 video podcasts about inclusion (by 12.12.2025)	Kovaleva Ya.N. — Head of the Inclusive Support Center	Tolegenkyzy L. — Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
8	"ENU kids camp" summer camp	Expansion of the social benefits package for employees and faculty members (by 30.06.2025)	Tilep Zh.A. — Director of the Social and Civil Development Department	Tolegenkyzy L. — Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
9	Climate Talks Summer School	Conducting sustainable development events among students of the Republic of Kazakhstan (by 22.12.2025)	Akshalova R. – Head of the cafedra of Civil and Environmental Law education department	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization; Embassy of the FRG
10	"Bolashak Pro" Club	Increasing faculty awareness regarding "Bolashak – 500 Scientists" internships (by 28.11.2025)	Maikanov A.S. – Director of the Administrative Department	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
11	"ECOLOGICAL OASIS" (Green Campus project)	Creation of a green zone, including the planting of ≥12 plants and ≥10 publications (by 31.12.2025)	Tenbay O.Zh. — Head of the Strategic Planning Department	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
12	ECOART project: "Seeing with the Heart"	Conducting 7 workshops and 2 exhibitions, and creating an art platform for visually impaired students (by 12.12.2025)	Kovaleva Ya.N. — Head of the Inclusive Support Center	Tolegenkyzy L. — Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
13	School of Practical Psychologist	Development of practice-oriented skills for ≥25 psychology students (by 28.11.2025)	Beysenova N.B. — Head of the Psychological Support Center	Tolegenkyzy L. — Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
14	MGIMO Branch	Opening of a MGIMO branch at ENU (by 30.10.2025)	Somzhurek B.Zh. – Director of the Higher School of Education	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
15	"Sociological Research Laboratory"	Autumn school on data analysis and Python, including the automation of Educational and Methodological Complexes (by 20.12.2025)	Akhmetova Sh.T. – Director of the Department of Quality Assurance	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
16	ENU Global Programs Abroad	Accreditation of programs in the PRC and training at Nankai University (by 30.10.2025)	Zhagyparova A.O. – Dean of the Faculty of Higher School of Economics and Tourism	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
17	Luban Workshop (China)	Creation and launch of the Luban Workshop (AI, drones, automation) (by 22.12.2025)	Bekmanova G.T. – Governance: Member of the Management Board- Vice-Rector for Digitalization – Digital Officer	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
18	ICT Advisory Council	Establishment of an ICT Advisory Council at ENU to develop strategic recommendations for ICT and AI development (by 22.12.2025)	Sabitova L.S. – Director of the Online Learning Department	Bekmanova G.T. – Governance: Member of the Management Board- Vice-Rector for Digitalization – Digital Officer
19	Research "From Classroom to Leadership"	Publication of a book about ENU alumni (1996–2025) dedicated to the university's 30th anniversary (by 22.12.2025)	Smailova A.B. — Head of Marketing and Alumni Relations Department	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
20	Individual Faculty Plan (IFP)	Development of the "IFP" (Individual Faculty Plan) digital tool to systematize faculty workload (by 20.12.2025)	Akhmetova Sh.T. – Director of the Department of Quality Assurance	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
21	Green Office	Establishment of a Sustainable Development Coordination Center for managing campaigns and monitoring (by 22.12.2025)	Rakhimova N.R. – Head of the Center for Sustainable Development	Aitmagambetov D.R. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Strategic Development and Internationalization
22	Astana Aruy – 2025	Conducting a brand-image contest among students of Astana universities (by 04.04.2025)	Tilep Zh.A. – Director of Social and Civil Development	Tolegenkyzy L. — Governance: Member of the Board - Vice-Rector for Social and Infrastructure Development
23	EMBA ESG & Sustainable Development	Launch of an EMBA program on ESG and Sustainable Development, including curriculum development and workshops (by 28.11.2025)	Ilyassova A.S. — Director of the Institute of Continuing Education (EMBA)	E.B. Sydykov – Chairman of the Management Board-Rector
24	20 New Sports Sections	Creation of 20 sports sections in various disciplines (basketball, judo, volleyball, etc.) with ≥500 student participants (by 01.06.2025)	Rakhimzhanov D.A. – The Chairperson of the Sports Club	Beysenbay A.B. — Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs
25	ENU Global Research	Increasing the number of international scientific projects and ensuring faculty participation in global research collaborations (by 31.12.2025)	Zakirova A.B. Director of the Department of Science, Karmelyuk A.V. Director of the International Cooperation Department	Aitmagambetov D.R., Kurmangaliyeva Zh.D. (Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Science and Commercialization)
26	i-GALYM Digital Resource Center	Development of a digital platform by 31.12.2025 to ensure sustainable compliance of ENU research with international and national ethical standards, enhancing research quality for faculty and doctoral students through continuous consultation.	Baigabylov N.O. – PhD, Teacher Researcher of Sociology education department	Kurmangaliyeva Zh.D. – Governance: Member of the Management Board-Vice Rector for Science and Commercialization

The closing event marking the completion of 26 successfully implemented projects was held on December 19, 2025. During the event, the best projects and the best project managers were awarded. Currently, post-monitoring of the 2025 Project Portfolio is underway.

As a result of the closing event, the following outcomes were identified:

Within the University’s Project Portfolio, projects were implemented and successfully completed in the following areas: scientific, digital, educational, environmental, and image-building.

The projects listed below achieved their stated objectives and planned results.

Scientific Projects:

Project “Sociological Research Laboratory”
ENU Global Research
ICT Advisory Council

Digital Projects:

SmartVoice: Inclusive Education through Audio Technologies
i-GALYM Digital Research Ethics Resource Center

Educational Projects:

Green Energy Management (GEM) Summer School
Climate Talks Summer School
Master’s Degree Program 7M04145 – ESG and Sustainable Development (EMBA)
“ENU.VIDEOCAST – Education Without Borders”
“ENU Kids Camp” Summer Camp
School of Practical Psychology
20 New Sports Sections
“IQUP” Intellectual Competition among Astana Universities
Individual Faculty Plan (IFP)

Environmental Projects:

“Environmental Oasis” (within the framework of the “Green Campus” project)
Green Office
Eco-Art Project “Seeing with the Heart: Nature at Your Fingertips”

Image-Building Projects:

Branch of the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO)
Opening of the Luban Workshop (Tianjin Vocational University) at ENU
Summer School of Russian & Eurasian Studies (SSRES) in Kazakhstan
Launch of ENU Global Programs Abroad
Research Project “From Classroom to Leadership: ENU Alumni and Their Contribution to National Development” (1996–2025)
“Bolashak Pro” Club
“Zeren Photo Fest” Photography Festival
Astana Aruy
“TWO BRIDGES ENU” (Ship Modeling Competition for Talented Youth)

July–August 2025 — project management training was conducted for 51 ENU employees.

November 19–22, 2025 — with a study visit to Moscow, Skoltech (Skolkovo), training was conducted for 13 key University staff members, including representatives of structural divisions and faculty deans involved in the “Construction of the ENUgrad Campus” project. The purpose was to study international best practices in the design, construction, and operation of world-class university campuses for application in the implementation of the strategic project.

December 8–12, 2025 — training and international Level D certification in project management were completed by 2 University employees, including one representative of the Project Office.

December 24–25, 2025 — training for faculty members and heads of structural divisions was conducted on the topic “Project Management and Institutionalization of the Project-Based Approach in the University,” with the participation of 30 attendees.

All participants successfully passed final assessment and confirmed their readiness to apply the acquired knowledge in practice.

All trainees completed final certification and demonstrated preparedness for practical implementation of the skills obtained. Photo reports from the training sessions are available on the official Instagram page of the Project Office: @enu_project_office.

These results demonstrate the establishment of a solid foundation for the further development of project activities at the University.

To disseminate information about implemented initiatives and to foster a project-oriented mindset within the University, active information and media support has been utilized.

As of now, the official Instagram page of the Project Office has 1,382 followers;
10 interview videos have been published;
9 collaborative video productions have been prepared and released.

Systematic efforts to promote a project culture contribute to increasing the University’s openness, engaging young people, and shaping a positive public perception of ENU’s activities.

*The 2025 Regulations of the Project Office are available on the SMART ENU.

Image Projects

To enhance ENU’s visibility and expand partnerships:

Opening MGIMO branch;
Launching Bolashak PRO Club;
Luban Workshop;
TWO BRIDGES ENU international competition;
Guest-Campus Initiative;
Altai Heritage – 2 Expedition;
SSRES Summer School;
Eco-Art Project;
ENU.Videocast multimedia project.

These projects raise ENU’s profile and global reputation.

Responsible Staff of Project Office

Position	Full Name	Internal Extension
Head of the Project Office	Yanushkevich Irina Matveevna	31-244
Chief Specialist of the Project Office	Asylkhanova Tomiris Kanatovna	31-244
Chief Specialist of the Project Office	Sabit Eldos Zhaskairatuly	31-263

We’re on social media!

And check our LinkedIn page — «Вестник проектов Евразийского Национального Университета»— where we share the latest updates and project news.

General Results

Within the framework of the university’s strategic priorities, the Project Office manages a portfolio of 30 projects aimed at developing the scientific, educational, cultural, sports, and social potential of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University.

By the reporting period, 7 projects have been successfully completed, contributing to ENU’s educational environment and opportunities for students and staff:

Green Energy Management – promoting sustainable development and green economy;
Climate Talks – discussion platform on climate change;
IQUP Academic Contest – fostering intellectual leadership among youth;
ENU Kids Camp – engaging children in university programs;
ESG & Sustainable Development (EMBA) – training next-generation managers;
20 New Sports Sections – promoting health and sports among students and staff;
Astana Aruy – cultural project supporting talented youth.

Completed projects demonstrate the Project Office’s effectiveness and its role in university modernization.