Dimitrios Goulas
Deputy Commander | Chief of Staff
Experience
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
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
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
Led and coached teams comprising 20 civilian and military personnel
Controlled the departmental budget of c. €50K to acquire hardware and software
Managed the electronic and in-person customer flow
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
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
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
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, including leading and training programme staff and establishing workflows for areas such as optical and radar imagery
Secured acceptance of MGCP and TREx data from the international community by providing quality assurance
Project Manager: Geospatial Officer
Hellenic Military Geographical Service
Commander: Surveying Group
Hellenic Military Geographical Service
Tank Platoon Leader
22nd Armoured Battalion | Armoured Training Centre
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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense (19 years) and Government and Administration (15 years).
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Experienced in Project Management (14 years), Quality Assurance (14 years), Research and Development (14 years), Operations (12 years), Strategy (5 years), and Human Resources (3 years).
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.
Skills
Strategic Leadership
International Relations
Geospatial Intelligence
Operations Management
Programme & Project Delivery
Gis Modelling
Stakeholder Engagement
Coaching & Mentoring
Resource & Process Optimisation
Arcgis
Devops
Erdas Imagine
Ms Office
Josm
Autocad
Qgis
Python
Languages
Education
Athens University of Economics & Business
International MBA · Athens, Greece
University of Macedonia
Master of Arts · International Relations & Security · Thessaloniki, Greece
Hellenic Supreme Joint War College
Diploma · Military War College · Thessaloniki, Greece
Certifications & licenses
Certification For Data Production
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