Efstratia (Effie) Voursouki Email & Phone Number

Bagsværd, Denmark

- Leading WDF’s fundraising activities and the Global Diabetes Walk awareness campaign- Driving and facilitating cross-functional projects in alignment with WDF’s mission and strategy- Serving as Project Manager in WDF’s team that drives the Diabetes Investment Accelerator (DIA) initiative

Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark

Through 21 years of experience and with experience accumulated through support to mitigate the effects of Covid on emerging and developing countries the company has become a unique top of the market boutique organization assisting clients to increase their market share of contracts funded by all multilateral development banks.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I worked for the Global Cooperation department and my overall task was to strengthen the implementation of ASTM’s Global Cooperation strategy and expand the organization's worldwide MOU partnerships. Specifically:• Planned and delivered strategic on-site and on-line capacity building training programs.• Spearheaded the development, maintenance and implementation of ASTM strategy for Africa.• Investigated capacity-building opportunities/ sponsorships available through US… Show more I worked for the Global Cooperation department and my overall task was to strengthen the implementation of ASTM’s Global Cooperation strategy and expand the organization's worldwide MOU partnerships. Specifically:• Planned and delivered strategic on-site and on-line capacity building training programs.• Spearheaded the development, maintenance and implementation of ASTM strategy for Africa.• Investigated capacity-building opportunities/ sponsorships available through US Government Agencies, private sector, International Development Banks (WBG, MCC).• Represented ASTM and promoted MOU program at outreach events.• Initiated partnerships and established network of stakeholders with Washington D.C. based and International Organizations. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

My role in PFD Group (a boutique consulting firm) was to consult private sector clients on strategies and tactics to win tenders funded by The World Bank Group, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Specifically:• Managed client portfolios and supported all stages of new business development efforts• Advised clients on current and upcoming business opportunities across various technical and geographic sectors• Identified and liaised with… Show more My role in PFD Group (a boutique consulting firm) was to consult private sector clients on strategies and tactics to win tenders funded by The World Bank Group, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Specifically:• Managed client portfolios and supported all stages of new business development efforts• Advised clients on current and upcoming business opportunities across various technical and geographic sectors• Identified and liaised with potential partners and/or subcontractors• Fostered client brand awareness and relationship with donors• Represented clients at WB and MCC events• Run PFD’s office in Washington D.C. and managed 2 associates; Recruited and trained new employees or interns Show less

Brussels Area, Belgium

• Coordinated and managed the Directorate's business operations• Served as primary liaison to internal and external partners (EU officials, business stakeholders, EU national authorities)• Supported teams with organization of high-level events (EU Consumer Summit, EU Consumer Consultative Group)• Monitored the Directorate’s annual budgets ($100k); Tracked annual forecasts and successfully reduced budget spent by 50% following cuts in 2016• Oversaw procurement… Show more • Coordinated and managed the Directorate's business operations• Served as primary liaison to internal and external partners (EU officials, business stakeholders, EU national authorities)• Supported teams with organization of high-level events (EU Consumer Summit, EU Consumer Consultative Group)• Monitored the Directorate’s annual budgets ($100k); Tracked annual forecasts and successfully reduced budget spent by 50% following cuts in 2016• Oversaw procurement activities• Managed Human Resources issues• Established and led the Directorate's Group Communications platform to ensure cascade of information from top management, identify and act on cross-Directorate areas for improvement and revise & establish internal working processes Show less

Brussels Area, Belgium

• Coordinated and managed operations of the communication unit and the Principal Adviser’s executive office• Primary liaison to internal and external partners (EU officials, business stakeholders, EU national authorities)• Member of the European Commission’s Core team that partnered with Saatchi and Saatchi and FC Barcelona to develop the EU-wide awareness campaign “Ex-smokers are Unstoppable’’ (helping >70,000 smokers to quit)• Supported teams with the organization of high level… Show more • Coordinated and managed operations of the communication unit and the Principal Adviser’s executive office• Primary liaison to internal and external partners (EU officials, business stakeholders, EU national authorities)• Member of the European Commission’s Core team that partnered with Saatchi and Saatchi and FC Barcelona to develop the EU-wide awareness campaign “Ex-smokers are Unstoppable’’ (helping >70,000 smokers to quit)• Supported teams with the organization of high level conferences (High Level Group on Nutrition and Physical Activity, EU Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health, EU Alcohol and Health Forum)• Oversaw procurement activities• Managed Human Resources issues• Drafted, edited and proof-read articles for the Directorate General’s newsletter• Member of the team that represented the Directorate General for Health and Food Policy at the EU Institutions Open Doors Day Show less

Région De Bruxelles, Belgique

• Monitored the creation of veterinary health certificates for the Trade Control and Expert System operation to control movement, import and export of live animals and animal products in Europe• Translated legal trade documents from English/French to Greek and vice versa

Mithymna, Lesvos, Greece

I provided customer service as a temporary employee.

Région De Bruxelles, Belgique

Internship at the Employment and Socials Affairs directorate• Attended high level political briefing and preparatory meetings in the EU Council and the European Parliament and prepared meeting reports on social affairs, employment and women's rights • Conducted research on social security systems and social protection issues

Brussels, Belgium

Following the completion of my Masters, I completed an Internship at the Representation's External Relations department: • Authored follow-up reports following regular attendance of EU Council working group and high-level meetings (i.e. Mashrek-Maghreb and Middle East-Gulf countries, Euro-Mediterranean Senior Officials Committee meetings).• Conducted research on immigration and politics relevant to the European Neighborhood Policy (Union for the Mediterranean).

Masters In European Studies, Political Science And Government

Activities and Societies: Bilingual Masters (French, English)

Bachelor'S Degree, International & European Studies, Graduated In Top 1% Of The Class; Degree Awarded With High Honors

Activities and Societies: During my studies, I also completed an internship at the Center of Analysis and Planning of the Ministry.