Gavriel Efstratiou

Gavriel Efstratiou Polikrati 10A, Strovolos, Nicosia - •-www.linkedin.com/in/gavriel-efstratiou WORK EXPERIENCE Trainee, European Parliament Office in Nicosia, Cyprus • • Oct 2019 - Feb 2020 Contributed in the organisation of several events including working breakfasts with MEPs, meetings with citizens’ groups, trainings for teachers and journalists, film screenings, etc. Assisted in the administration of the Office and conducted presentations to schools providing information on the European Union, its decision-making procedures and the role of the European Parliament Office in Cyprus. MEP’s Assistant, Nicosia, Cyprus • • Jun 2018 Coordinated social media accounts, such as Facebook and Twitter, and prepared statements to share via these accounts, increasing presence in the social media. Aided citizens asking for guidance on EU regulations and interacted with civil servants. Intern, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus • • Jun 2017 - Aug 2017 Drafted notes and replied to letters for the Department of Crisis Management and the Department of Asia and Oceania in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Observed negotiation processes with foreign missions, attended meetings for policy planning and conducted background research for issues dealt by the Ministry, such as travel advice. Intern, Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service, UK • • Nov 2016 - Feb 2017 Initiated an independent research project on the amount of funding that volunteering organisations in Nottingham received during a fixed period, using primary and secondary research techniques. Prepared a comprehensive report with the findings of my research, analyzing current and potential sources of funding from organisations like The Prince’s Trust. MP’s Assistant, House of Representatives, Nicosia, Cyprus • • Sep 2016 Contributed in the administrative duties of the Office, handling citizens’ inquiries, preparing background notes for meetings and summarising the legislative proposals of various Parliamentary Committees. Attended Parliamentary Committees, taking notes and providing background assistance. EDUCATION Introduction to Digital Currencies (MOOC) Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 University of Nicosia, Cyprus Certificate of Accomplishment: 78.67% MSc Security Studies Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 University College London (UCL), United Kingdom Degree Classification: Merit Dissertation (68%): In-depth research on the strategies adopted and the extent Cypriot foreign policy shapes EU foreign and security policies, investigated using Textual Analysis, Document Reviewing, Process-tracing, Interviews. Relevant Modules: Foreign Policy Analysis, International Peace and Security, Conflict Resolution and Post-War Development, International Political Economy, Violent and Non-Violent Conflict. Page 1|2 BA (Honours) Politics and International Relations Sep 2015 - Jul 2018 University of Nottingham, United Kingdom Degree Grade: 2.1 Researched and submitted over 20 assignments and participated in over than 80 seminars. Nottingham Advantage Award: Attended several presentations by renowned organizations, including PWC and KPMG. Supervised an online mentoring module based on advancing employability and interview skills. Relevant Modules: Foundations of Politics and IR, Approaches to Politics and IR, Problems in Global Politics, Global Security, How Voters Decide, European Union Politics, The Politics of East and Central Europe. SKILLS • • • • • • Languages: Greek (Native), English (Fluent), German (Basic). Critical Thinking: Developed critical thinking skills and political awareness through participation in Parliamentary Committees and discussions on policy issues. Time management and Organisational Skills: Working under tight deadlines enhanced my time management ability, learned to prioritize issues and deliver high quality work in an efficient manner. Communication Skills: Exposure to multicultural environments and interaction with citizens and other stakeholders enhanced my communication skills. Presentation Skills: Improved presentation skills by conducting presentations to schools and managing a University radio programme. IT Skills: RStudio, SPSS Statistics Analysis Software, ECDL Certificate Completed (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Internet Explorer). EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Representative, European Democrat Students (EDS) • • Nov 2019 Represented the youth political party FPK Protoporia and the Republic of Cyprus at the EDS Council meeting held in Zagreb. Debated and edited motions to reflect national interests and interacted with colleagues from several European youth parties, exchanging ideas about the future of the EU, among others. Board Member, E.F.E.K. UK • • Mar 2019 - Sep 2019 Elected board member of EFEK, the National Federation of Cypriot Students in the UK, representing the youth political party FPK Protoporia. Coordinated with the High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus to portray and promote Cypriot national interests in the UK, such as providing information to locals and students about the Cypriot issue and organising petitions and demonstrations against illegal actions towards the Republic. Publicity Officer, Cypriot & Hellenic Society of Nottingham • • Sep 2017 - Aug 2018 Elected member of the committee of the Cypriot & Hellenic Society of the University of Nottingham, with responsibility to deal with the foreign affairs of the society. Co-organised over 15 events for our members including fundraisings, events at leisure venues and card tournaments. Gathered over £500 for Alkionides UK charity organisation. OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS • • • • Military Service, National Guard Member of NEDISY Nicosia Regional Council Member of DiplomaCY First Aid Certificate • • • Blood Donor Children's Rights in the EU Charter (MOOC), Global Campus of Human Rights Karate student (orange belt) Page 2|2