Experience

OTI Group

• Cyprus
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of Operations & Communications

  • May 2022 - Present

  I have a passion for capitalizing on opportunities to improve organisational operations and communications while leading cross-functional teams to ensure the achievement of our goals. With my analytical and critical decision-making skills, we make this team efficient, with a commitment to working with integrity, positivity, and quality with internal and external partners. I love supporting all the initiatives created by our team and growing OTI Group, by leading multifaceted teams to develop and maintain high productivity standards as well as the quality and creativity of content on all platforms and channels of communications. Show less

• International Projects Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Present

  Plan and lead international projects, delegate tasks to team members and participants, allocate resources and meet all deadlines. Conduct risk analysis and cost estimation of international projects. Write applications for Erasmus+ funding and other European Funding Programmes such as Europe for Citizens, Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, European Voluntary Services, and European Solidarity Corps. Organize, maintain, and update all promotional designs and strategies of the social network channels and websites of the network. Encourage and mentor volunteers and staff regarding their self-development, following the daily schedule of tasks, training them on online radio show production, basic design layouts for the network magazine, and other event management promotional materials.• Spearheaded management of various groups and projects of over 60 participants per project using non-formal and formal methodologies of learning and education along with troubleshooting and risk management through establishing specific risk management policies.• Developed and enhanced educational programs and methodologies for a variety of thematic projects.• Streamlined communication with partner organisations to enhance project deliverables and outcomes.• Worked closely with youth from different countries, cultures and backgrounds, ensuring equality and equity.• Anointed as the Head of the Education of the House of Youth Representatives in Cyprus for a 2-year term (2019 - 2021). Coordinating and managing the team of youth parliament members of the committee to create, establish, promote and write youth policies that would connect the public school to the labour market using realistic ideas and tools offered by the EU and local frameworks. Show less



Twin Group

• United Kingdom
• Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• International Mobilities Coordinator

  • Feb 2022 - May 2022



Nautilos SAR

• Lefkosia

• Youth Projects Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Oct 2014

  Conceptualized, developed, and orchestrated project activities by managing staff and ensured the execution within stipulated time and budgetary constraints. Analyzed digital engagement data, identified trends in user interactions, and planned digital campaigns to build community online. Utilized aesthetic sense in crafting website and promotional designs for the network. Spearheaded end-to-end management of organizational intranet to provide employees with the information, help-desk, resources, and collaboration tools needed to achieve set goals. Cultivated and maintained productive relationships with partners and stakeholders. • Worked closely with CEO and President to develop and implement the annual budgets and projections. • Was on Board of Directors of the organisation • Successfully promoted the European Youth Week of 2013 in Cyprus in which managed and hosted events and created digital materials that were promoted on National TV and Radio as well as bringing stakeholders and politicians for discussions on specific youth topics. • Managed the different youth centres and coordinated events and activities with other organisations in Cyprus. • Assisted volunteers with travel, accommodation and acclimatising to their new environment. • Offered training to volunteers and local youth through a variety of workshops, seminars and activities. Show less



LifeFriends

• Larnaca

• Creative Deparment Manager

  • Jun 2011 - Jan 2013

  Brainstormed creative and artistic concepts in crafting bespoke designs, both still and motion for promotional and advertising purposes for various projects both internal and external. Implemented enthralling concepts in the creation of simple custom content management systems projects for other associate insurance companies. Oversaw and coordinated the organization’s interactions with clients and potential clients utilizing strong clientele management skills. Leveraged expertise and remarkable efforts in insurance premium recoveries. • Achieved 68% faster, more specific and accurate quotes and premium calculations by developing Quotation Systems with Macro Excel Applications for insurance companies. Show less



University of Nicosia

• Cyprus
• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Audio / Radio - Facilities Lab Assistant & Team Senior Lab Assistant

  • May 2009 - Jun 2011

  • Working with Broadcast audio equipment - Microphones, Steinburg Wavelab, Multichannel Audio boards - Computers - server & other equipment. • Responsible for troubleshooting, training individuals, servicing & assisting students in our facilities. • Involved in special events for MediaZone as I held the position of Assistant, Floor Manager & Assistant Production Manager for our multiple cameras live to tape production of our Graduation ceremonies. • I produced some graphics, both still & motion for a number of different projects in the MediaZone Professional section as I held the position. Show less



YSVS Funds Ltd

• Nicosia

• Director and Chief Executive

  • Jan 2007 - Mar 2009

  • Undertaking grant applications and administration of funds on behalf of clients. • Informing Entrepreneurs and Businesses about opportunities and funding sources from Local and EU funding programs. • Over 3.000.000 euros worth of applications were approved with EU and local funds. • Database design and maintenance of the clientele. • Undertaking grant applications and administration of funds on behalf of clients. • Informing Entrepreneurs and Businesses about opportunities and funding sources from Local and EU funding programs. • Over 3.000.000 euros worth of applications were approved with EU and local funds. • Database design and maintenance of the clientele.