Co-Founder

• Jun 2020 - Present

γενιά με όραμα - a generation with a vision for a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous Greece Inspired by civic service programs around the world, we are empowering Greek youth (ages 18-30) by mobilizing them in climate action projects around Greece through a compensated civic service term. γενιά με όραμα - a generation with a vision for a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous Greece Inspired by civic service programs around the world, we are empowering Greek youth (ages 18-30) by mobilizing them in climate action projects around Greece through a compensated civic service term.

Senior Consultant

• Nov 2020 - Jan 2023

Associate Programme Management Officer - Country Engagement and Partnerships

• Jun 2020 - Nov 2020

- Providing technical and administrative support in the management and implementation of the work programme activities led by the Division; - Coordinating within the Division the development of substantive proposals to seek voluntary contribution from donors as well as the division’s input into relevant project agreements, inception reports, etc.; - Coordinating the division’s input into the regular reports regarding the implementation of the work funded through Voluntary Contributions… Show more - Providing technical and administrative support in the management and implementation of the work programme activities led by the Division; - Coordinating within the Division the development of substantive proposals to seek voluntary contribution from donors as well as the division’s input into relevant project agreements, inception reports, etc.; - Coordinating the division’s input into the regular reports regarding the implementation of the work funded through Voluntary Contributions for submission to the relevant donor, as required by relevant project agreements; - Providing coordination support among the regional and thematic teams of the Division for coherent approach to the Division’s function in connection with the implementation of IRENA Investment Forums across sub-regional clusters as well as NDC-related country work;

Associate Programme Officer - Governance Support Office

• Oct 2018 - May 2020

- Supported the facilitation of the decision-making process of Members in the framework of IRENA’s governing body meetings, incl. through the preparation of relevant sessional documentation, ensuring adherence to mandates, attainment of high-quality, and effective internal coordination among all teams involved; - Supported elected officials and the Director-General prior to and during meetings, incl. in preparing draft statements, technical notes and scripts as needed; -… Show more - Supported the facilitation of the decision-making process of Members in the framework of IRENA’s governing body meetings, incl. through the preparation of relevant sessional documentation, ensuring adherence to mandates, attainment of high-quality, and effective internal coordination among all teams involved; - Supported elected officials and the Director-General prior to and during meetings, incl. in preparing draft statements, technical notes and scripts as needed; - Supported the establishment and maintenance of relations and communication channels with the Members of the Agency, the host country, and other stakeholders on programmatic and institutional matters, as well as conduct outreach to and communication with non-Members; - Supported stakeholder engagement, incl. through the initiation of the Agency’s engagement with youth and further development of parliamentary engagement, through the organisation of annual fora, conducting of consultation meetings, and preparation of outreach material incl. targeted periodic briefs

Strategic Planning Specialist

• Jul 2017 - Oct 2018

- Created FBMA’s strategic plan for growing female Emirati sports talent in line with the Abu Dhabi Plan; - Produced analytical and communications materials (reports, briefings, policy recommendations) tailored to government, corporate and external audiences for effective advocacy on increasing women sports participation in the country; - Advised senior management on issues of PR & outreach and business development

Research and Studies Specialist

• Jul 2015 - Jul 2017

- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to study the socio-cultural landscape of women sports in the UAE. - Worked closely with the Head of the Education & Research Department to develop the annual work plan and agenda of the department to serve the strategic objective of educating the public on the benefits of physical activity, and trigger behavior change around sports for local participants and spectators alike. - Worked closely with the Media and Marketing teams to develop… Show more - Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to study the socio-cultural landscape of women sports in the UAE. - Worked closely with the Head of the Education & Research Department to develop the annual work plan and agenda of the department to serve the strategic objective of educating the public on the benefits of physical activity, and trigger behavior change around sports for local participants and spectators alike. - Worked closely with the Media and Marketing teams to develop content for external outreach based on research previously conducted.

Junior Professional Associate at the Office of the Director-General

• Mar 2013 - Apr 2015

- Supported the operations of the Director-General's Office. - Ensured the timeliness of documents submitted by other Directorates/units. - Briefed the Director-General on the agenda in view of internal and external meetings and prepare consolidated briefing documents as needed. - Contributed to the Director-General’s preparations for IRENA’s institutional meetings. - Supported coordination with external stakeholders.

Communications Trainee

• Sep 2012 - Mar 2013

Trainee at Communications & Outreach Strategic Management and Executive Direction Tasks included: Contribute to the development and implementation of IRENA’s public information and outreach strategy for High-Level Ministerial Meetings (including IRENA 4th Council and 3rd Assembly, COP18). Work with national media of the United Arab Emirates, to ensure outreach to the local public. Prepare daily media briefs for Senior Management on issues of renewable… Show more Trainee at Communications & Outreach Strategic Management and Executive Direction Tasks included: Contribute to the development and implementation of IRENA’s public information and outreach strategy for High-Level Ministerial Meetings (including IRENA 4th Council and 3rd Assembly, COP18). Work with national media of the United Arab Emirates, to ensure outreach to the local public. Prepare daily media briefs for Senior Management on issues of renewable energy and sustainability. Draft official correspondence with the media and general audience through managing the "info@irena.org" and "press@irena.org email accounts.

Blue-Book Trainee

• Mar 2012 - Jul 2012

Tasks included: Attend negotiations with non-EU-Member countries in the lead to the Rio+20 Summit and follow up on required actions internally. Create reports analyzing and comparing countries’ policies throughout the different stages of the negotiations, in order to identify key partners and allies. Consolidate briefing notes and correspondence on policy for the Commissioner by coordinating inputs from various divisions and highlighting key policy messages… Show more Tasks included: Attend negotiations with non-EU-Member countries in the lead to the Rio+20 Summit and follow up on required actions internally. Create reports analyzing and comparing countries’ policies throughout the different stages of the negotiations, in order to identify key partners and allies. Consolidate briefing notes and correspondence on policy for the Commissioner by coordinating inputs from various divisions and highlighting key policy messages. Manage the content of the EU Rio+20 dedicated website. Show less Tasks included: Attend negotiations with non-EU-Member countries in the lead to the Rio+20 Summit and follow up on required actions internally. Create reports analyzing and comparing countries’ policies throughout the different stages of the negotiations, in order to identify key partners and allies. Consolidate briefing notes and correspondence on policy for the Commissioner by coordinating inputs from various divisions and highlighting key policy messages… Show more Tasks included: Attend negotiations with non-EU-Member countries in the lead to the Rio+20 Summit and follow up on required actions internally. Create reports analyzing and comparing countries’ policies throughout the different stages of the negotiations, in order to identify key partners and allies. Consolidate briefing notes and correspondence on policy for the Commissioner by coordinating inputs from various divisions and highlighting key policy messages. Manage the content of the EU Rio+20 dedicated website. Show less

Press Officer

• Jul 2011 - Feb 2012

Tasks included: Follow the deliberations of the Committees of the European Parliament and brief the Minister of the Interior and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece on the developments of issues of national interest. Acting Manager on Relations with Greek media on European matters and, respectively, with European media on Greek matters. Tasks included: Follow the deliberations of the Committees of the European Parliament and brief the Minister of the Interior and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece on the developments of issues of national interest. Acting Manager on Relations with Greek media on European matters and, respectively, with European media on Greek matters.

Press Officer at the Minister’s Office

• May 2009 - Dec 2009

Tasks included: Prepare daily briefing notes covering the internal ministerial operations for the Minister. Draft speeches for the Minister by consolidating inputs from various divisions, emphasizing strategic messages and tailoring to specific audiences. Support the organization of the opening and other events of the newly built Acropolis Museum of Athens. Tasks included: Prepare daily briefing notes covering the internal ministerial operations for the Minister. Draft speeches for the Minister by consolidating inputs from various divisions, emphasizing strategic messages and tailoring to specific audiences. Support the organization of the opening and other events of the newly built Acropolis Museum of Athens.

Press Officer at the Minister Office

• Jan 2009 - Feb 2009

Followed previous employer, the Minister, to his new post in the Ministry of Education, after a Government Reshuffle, and assisted in setting up his new Press Office. Created an electronic database of the Minister’s archive. Followed previous employer, the Minister, to his new post in the Ministry of Education, after a Government Reshuffle, and assisted in setting up his new Press Office. Created an electronic database of the Minister’s archive.

Press Officer at the Minister’s Office

• Jan 2008 - Dec 2008

Tasks included: Support the contract management of the Public Relations Agency hired to develop the 2008 official country tourism campaign, including develop the outline for the Minister’s interviews in support of the campaign and prepare supporting documents and talking points. Draft Press Releases and speeches for the Minister. Manage the daily press reviews for the Minister. Support the management of relations with national and international media. Tasks included: Support the contract management of the Public Relations Agency hired to develop the 2008 official country tourism campaign, including develop the outline for the Minister’s interviews in support of the campaign and prepare supporting documents and talking points. Draft Press Releases and speeches for the Minister. Manage the daily press reviews for the Minister. Support the management of relations with national and international media.

Trainee at the Department of Prehistoric and Classic Antiquities

• Oct 2005 - Mar 2006

6-month academic research placement. Tasks include facilitating, attending and reporting on meetings across Divisions, as well as drafting of official correspondence. 6-month academic research placement. Tasks include facilitating, attending and reporting on meetings across Divisions, as well as drafting of official correspondence.