Meet Jelena, one of the first recruits to the Frontex Standing Corps from Croatia.
Jelena's journey started in border surveillance operations across different European countries, including two deployments as a Group Leader for newcomers trained in Ávila. In June 2025, she graduated as a Group Leader in the AST4 position. Since her graduation, she has been deployed as a FRESO Officer.
“My professional journey that has given me the opportunity to learn, grow and take on new challenges. I am grateful for the opportunities Frontex has given me to work in different roles, discover new professional challenges and continuously develop my skills. Every step of this journey has brought valuable experiences and lessons, and I look forward to continuing to grow, learn and contribute to the work of Frontex.”