Marina Stamatis

• Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
• Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
• Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
• Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.

• Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
• Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
• Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.

Led the Volunteers Rescuers team, overseeing recruitment, training, and deployment for rescue operations. Developed protocols and procedures to ensure effective response to emergencies. Managed team performance and provided leadership in crisis situations.

Led the Communications and Public Relations Department, overseeing all aspects of internal and external communications. Developed strategies to enhance the organization's image, managed media relations, and coordinated public relations campaigns. Ensured alignment of messaging with organizational goals and values.

Provided high-level administrative support to both the President and the General Secretary. Managed their schedules, coordinated meetings and appointments, prepared correspondence and reports, and handled confidential information discreetly. Served as a liaison between the executives and internal/external stakeholders. Ensured strict confidentiality in managing sensitive information across all facets of executive support.

Served as the primary liaison between the IFRC and external stakeholders, including government agencies, partner organizations, and the media, ensuring effective communication and coordination of initiatives.

Developed and implemented communication strategies to promote the IFRC's mission, programs, and activities, both internally and externally.

Created compelling written content, including press releases, articles, and reports, to raise awareness of humanitarian issues and drive engagement with target audiences.

Utilized various communication channels, such as social media, websites, and newsletters, to disseminate information and enhance the organization's visibility and impact.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align communication efforts with organizational goals and support fundraising, advocacy, and emergency response efforts

Headed the Regional Department of Pireas, overseeing departments including Social, Nursing, and Administrative personnel. Developed and implemented regional strategies in alignment with organizational goals. Managed departmental budgets, resources, and personnel to ensure efficient operations and service delivery.

• Played a pivotal role in coordinating disaster management activities and providing technical expertise to support IFRC's disaster response and preparedness efforts worldwide.

Acted as the focal point for coordinating with national societies, government agencies, and other humanitarian partners to assess needs, develop response plans, and mobilize resources in the event of disasters.

Provided strategic guidance and technical assistance to field teams and local partners on disaster risk reduction, emergency preparedness, and response strategies, ensuring adherence to best practices and humanitarian principles.

Led capacity-building initiatives and training programs to strengthen the disaster management capabilities of staff and volunteers, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively respond to emergencies.

Monitored and evaluated ongoing disaster response operations, analyzing performance metrics and lessons learned to inform continuous improvement and ensure the delivery of high-quality humanitarian assistance.

Led the H.R.C. Rescue Team, coordinating rescue operations and managing a team of volunteers. Developed training programs, conducted drills, and ensured readiness for emergency response. Collaborated with other departments and external agencies to enhance the effectiveness of rescue operations.

Reduced operating costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures within department processes.

Implemented risk management strategies for mitigating potential obstacles in projects while maintaining focus on core objectives.

Monitored and evaluated departmental performance to drive continuous improvement.

Worked in the Tracing Department, handling administrative duties related to tracing and reuniting families separated by conflicts or disasters. Managed databases, processed inquiries, and facilitated communication between parties. Played a vital role in supporting humanitarian efforts and providing assistance to affected individuals and communities.

Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.

• Developed partnerships with local employers to create job opportunities for clients reintegrating into the workforce, promoting self-sufficiency and economic stability.
• Presented findings from research projects at conferences focused on social work practice with reintegrating populations, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Handled administrative duties, filing, and errands.

Completed administrative duties and reports.

Performed administrative duties and staff support tasks.

Performed administrative duties and assisted with visitors' requests.