About Zula
Enkhzul Orgodol, mostly known as Zula, is recognized for her contributions to transformative change across various sectors in Mongolia and beyond.
With an impressive background in systems thinking and change-making, Zula has dedicated the last eight years to integrating SDG goals into her projects, significantly impacting quality education, reduced inequalities, and strong, just institutions.
A Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy alumna, her career spans pivotal roles from Chief of Staff at a National Commission on State Productivity (NCSP), Mongolia’s Cabinet Secretariat to impactful work with the UNDP, where she championed gender equality and digital inclusion.
As a thought leader, author and founder of Educated Enterprise, Zula continues to create sustainable business strategies, and foster partnerships that transcend borders, making her an invaluable asset in speaking sessions, strategic growth workshops, and as a high-level event moderator.
Professional Experience and Achievements
Zula’s leadership in designing and implementing innovative and impactful projects addresses critical challenges and contributes to sustainable development. Some notable projects she has been involved in include:
Governance Reform Policy Coordination
(Chief of Staff, NCSP, Cabinet Secretariat of Mongolia)
- Led coordination efforts among key ministries and agencies to boost public sector productivity.
- Spearheaded the development of a digital platform for policy experimentation and citizen engagement.
- Facilitated public-private-social sector partnerships and stakeholder engagements to foster a citizen-centric, business-friendly environment.
Strategic Partnerships for Gender Equality
(National Project Coordinator, UNDP Mongolia)
- Negotiated and developed strategic partnerships with leading non-governmental organizations to promote women’s representation in political elections.
- Successfully initiated project planning and approval at the Board level and procurement processes, ensuring efficient project execution.
SDG – Oriented Program Designing, Management and Advising
(Founder & Advisor, Educated Enterprise)
- Designed and managed SDG-oriented programs funded by international development agencies, engaging thousands of individuals.
- Developed educational content focused on inclusivity and sustainability, reaching millions through various channels.
Strategic Comms and International Promotion of Mongolian Cashmere and Fibres
(Project Co-Lead, UNDP Mongolia)
- Played a pivotal role as Project Co-lead, facilitating communication between major stakeholders and overseeing the development of the strategic communications blueprint.
- Co-led the production of a diverse range of promotional materials, including short films, communication materials to effectively communicate the value and beauty of Mongolian cashmere on the international stage.
- Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive dissemination plan and engaged key stakeholders to ensure wide-reaching impact and alignment with sustainable practices.
Digital Platform Development for Social Inclusion
(National Project Coordinator, UNDP Mongolia)
- Led the design and development of a nationwide digital platform to support social workers in serving vulnerable social groups.
- Produced human-rights educational content for civil servants, reaching millions and contributing to human rights awareness.
MSME Internationalization Support and Guidance
(Founder & Advisor, Doing Business in Asia Alliance NGO)
- Designed and managed programs to support MSME internationalization, facilitating business matching activities and providing advisory services targeted at international market expansion, namely the ASEAN and the EU.
- Produced advisory content on MSME internationalization strategy, reaching thousands of viewers online.