Ioannis Papadimos

Background

About Ioannis Papadimos

I am an effective communicator, solution-oriented enthusiast and visionary, with the ability to be on top of things even under extreme pressure and capable of maintaining a sense of humour even under adverse conditions. In particular I possess: Over 18 years professional experience in the field of international affairs and cooperation, gained through work with the EU Parliament, EU Institutions, member states’ Parliaments, candidate states’ Parliaments, state authorities, local government and NGOs in EU member states, Turkey, the Balkans and the Mediterranean region. Over 16 years professional experience in the fields of strategic communications, political communication planning, information dissemination, public awareness and public affairs, which includes expertise in the organization of events, awareness campaigns, online publicity (websites, blogs, social media) and extensive media experience (press releases, advertorials, articles, interviews). Lengthy experience in project management for internationally-funded (EU, UN, USAID) projects, organization of expert teams, liaising with project authorities, as well as fulfilling project technical and financial reporting requirements. Experienced media expert, as regards press relations, issuing of press releases, interviews (TV and radio), articles. Excellent inter-personal skills, leadership skills and adaptability, artistic flair, coordination and negotiation skills with high-level public sector authorities in sometimes sensitive political environments, reporting, crisis management, management of multinational teams on several international projects.