Dimitrios G.

Deputy Commander | Chief of Staff

Euskirchen, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years

Deputy Commander | Chief of Staff

Multinational Geospatial Support Group

  • Enhanced unit performance by introducing innovative products such as on-demand maps and 3D digital twins
  • Steered evolution of the unit’s mindset from task-based to service-based by overseeing implementation of a dynamic geoportal for the provision of cutting-edge geospatial services to EU and NATO bodies
  • Embedded stronger cooperation and workload handling in collaboration with EU and NATO by communicating with stakeholders to discuss their needs and adjusting resources to deliver the anticipated level of work
  • Oversees delivery of MNGSG’s annual work programme and support to the MNGSG Planning and Resources Committee (PRC)
  • Directs implementation of the multinational “Technical Arrangement concerning the MNGSG”, including facilitating activities arising from the Coordination Board that oversees MNGSG staffing issues
  • Manages all workforce and employment issues relating to a team of 25 officers and NCOs, including leading, coaching, mentoring and providing professional direction; assigning and reviewing work and assessing performance; managing issues relating to conduct, concern or capability; implementing new or changed work procedures
  • Coordinates the operational activity of MNGSG Branches and Admin Office
  • Represents MNGSG at major EU and NATO conferences
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 years

Staff Officer

Hellenic Ministry of Defence

  • Conceived and implemented a new strategy to evaluate and use geospatial information
  • Defined policies to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of department services
  • Provided guidance for the best deployment and use of departmental resources
  • Created the role of a region-specific supervisor handling an individual portfolio of property parcels
  • Drafted proposals to reflect the administration’s guidelines governing optimal use of armed forces property
  • Implemented advanced geospatial techniques and analysis to facilitate decision-making relating to the property portfolio
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
1 year

Department Head: Provision of Geographic Material Division

Hellenic Military Geographical Service

  • Achieved successful external audits through efficient financial management of the revenue stream of c. €700K
  • Increased sales of geographical materials such as maps, aerial photos and diagrams by 20% through introducing a new horizontal management structure to expedite response times in material production and sales
  • Oversaw and reported on implementation of the customer service plan and annual and triannual work programmes
  • Ensured good governance in the use of organisational resources by leading and coaching teams comprising 20 civilian and military personnel; controlling the departmental budget of c. €50K to acquire hardware and software; managing the electronic and in-person customer flow
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020
2 years

Staff Officer

Hellenic Ministry of Defence

  • Designed and delivered two major policies governing the use of data in line with national safety regulations
  • Revised risk management strategies on geospatial data
  • Shaped geospatial policies and mandates to align with the strategic intelligence doctrine of the Hellenic National Defence
  • Authorised aerial survey missions of private companies within Greek national airspace geospatial projects
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
1 year

Department Head: Photogrammetry & Logistics

Hellenic Military Geographical Service

  • Optimised the provision of food, maps and fuel support to HMGS by expediting invoicing and payment of expenses
  • Re-set stalled photogrammetry projects by investigating and agreeing potential solutions with section heads
  • Oversaw the operational activity of teams, including assigning work and providing coaching support
  • Maximised efficient allocation of the departmental budget and resources
  • Managed, orchestrated and directed all photogrammetry-related activities of HMGS
Jan 2014 - Present
12 years

Geospatial Expert | Consultant: Humanitarian Support of UN Missions

UN Global Service Centre

  • Cut data processing time by 30% through introducing innovative geospatial techniques such as automated hydro delineation and AI-assisted land use and landcover extraction
  • Identified patterns and anomalies in map data and applied cartographic and GIS experience to implement actions to correct inconsistent road network extraction, false land use categorisation and other issues
  • Hosts and evaluates geo-data, including vector, raster and thematic data
  • Performs collaborative mapping tasks in OpenStreetMap (OSM)
  • Creates and maintains OSM datasets to support high quality routing, search and display use cases
  • Implements quality control on data and procedures on extracted features and retrieved geo-data and maps
  • Researches resources to address editing tasks and create new workflows
  • Facilitates mapping events, mapathons, virtual and in-person training opportunities
Jan 2012 - Dec 2019
8 years
Remote

Project Manager | Section Head: Remote Sensing

Hellenic Military Geographical Service

  • Established a new expert resource to address the high transfer rate of military personnel
  • Received a personal Honorable Citation from the Chief of Hellenic Army General Staff in recognition of departmental leadership and gaining certification for data production
  • Project-managed the end-to-end delivery of MGCP and TREx multi-national programmes by leading and training programme staff and establishing workflows for areas such as optical and radar imagery; securing acceptance of MGCP and TREx data from the international community by providing quality assurance
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
3 years

Project Manager: Geospatial Officer

Hellenic Military Geographical Service

Jan 2007 - Dec 2008
2 years

Commander: Surveying Group

Hellenic Military Geographical Service

Jan 2004 - Dec 2006
3 years

Tank Platoon Leader

22nd Armoured Battalion | Armoured Training Centre

Summary

Offers 20+ years’ experience leading the provision of geospatial intelligence and support to NATO, UN humanitarian missions and the EU in conflict situations around the world.

Brings further expertise in designing and steering implementation of innovative products and identifying scope to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, and facilitate achievement of organisational goals.

Well-practised project management techniques ensure delivery of programmes and workstreams on time, to scope and within budget.

Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills underpin the ability to build trust-based relationships with stakeholders at all levels across military, security, government, humanitarian agencies and others.

Creates cohesion by reconciling differing perspectives, leading others with a management style characterised by collaboration, coaching and continuous improvement.

Positive and pragmatic, placing values of integrity, innovation and impact at the heart of all professional and personal activity.

Languages

Greek
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
French
Intermediate
...and 1 more

Education

Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

University Of Macedonia

International Relations & Security · International Relations & Security · Greece

Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

Athens University Of Economics & Business

International MBA · Business Administration · Athens, Greece

Oct 2020 - Jun 2021

Hellenic Supreme Joint War College

Military War College Diploma · Military Studies · Greece

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