The European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training turns high-quality, customized project implementation services turning innovative ideas into funded projects. This ranges from EU grants to private investments identification, including consortium building, application writing, selection of experts, negotiation, budgeting, quality control, and evaluation of projects.
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Registration Number: VR 7655,
at the District Court of Düsseldorf.
Tax Number:
01425518617, Finanzamt Frankfurt/Main III
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SECRETARY-GENERAL
Theodor Grassos is Secretary-General of the European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training. He has extensive experience both at the EU level and in Greece, covering a period of over 20 years. His national experience includes reorganising a number of public bodies, while he has been responsible for ex-ante and ongoing evaluation of Human Resources Development Operational Programmes, supporting the design and delivery of restructured and modernised ALMPs in different countries. At the EU level, he has been working in multicultural environments for the past 18 years, for different DG’s and EU Programmes. Fluent in four languages, he has also collaborated with the Structural Reform Support Service (now DG Reform). So far, he has been responsible for over 100 projects of various sizes at the national and EU levels and is currently working with EU institutions and key umbrella organisations in the areas of employment, education and social inclusion. Finally, he is a member of two Working Groups of the European Commission: “Working Group on Vocational Education and Training and the Green Transition” and “Working Group on Adult Learning – Opening Up Opportunities for All”.
PROJECT MANAGER
Sonia Degroote has a double master’s in political science- European studies and Human Rights. She is the EU project manager for EVBB with a long-standing experience in EU project design and management including drafting, implementation, financial and administrative monitoring and evaluation of Erasmus+, AMIF, Interreg, Horizon 2020, AFD (French development agency) & MEAE (French Foreign Ministry) projects and programs. With over 6 years of experience in the field of education, training, integration of disadvantaged groups and mobilities of over 200 participants. Besides, Mrs Degroote has experience as a trainer for females, migrants, refugees and youth entrepreneurs. Her professional interests cover a range of activities such as equal opportunities, inclusion, gender equality, and the fight against discrimination at school, at work and in society. She is also fluent in English, French and Arabic.
PROJECT MANAGER
PROJECT MANAGER
Sotiria Tsalamani holds a master’s degree in Educational Sciences. Her experience revolves around Project Management in the non-profit and private sectors, where she has been involved in the management of educational projects funded by various donors. She is strongly interested in developing innovative educational material and training for youth and adults in the EU and Africa that aims to foster personal and professional development. Her expertise is based mainly on the broader field of education and lifelong learning, including media and digital literacy, social inclusion of marginalised groups and active citizenship.
PROJECT MANAGER
Antonio Gennarelli holds an MSc in Comparative International Relations from the Ca’ Foscari University of Venice with honours. Specialised in relations between Europe and Asia, he is currently working as a European Project Manager at EVBB. He has obtained different certifications on EU-funded projects (from IDEC SA, a consulting company with 30 years of experience in EU projects) & SDGs Management and Monitoring (United Nations Institute for Training and Research, LUMSA University). He is a founding member of Mondo Internazionale APS ETS, an Association promoting youth’s talents through Cultural Diplomacy across more than 20 countries worldwide.
PROJECT MANAGER
Diana Nitu is the Project Manager at EVBB. She has a Bachelor’s in Global Law and a Master’s in Conflict and Security. Dedicated and results-driven Project Manager with a proven track record in successfully leading Erasmus+ projects. Possessing a comprehensive understanding of project lifecycle management, she specializes in planning, executing, and overseeing initiatives that align with the objectives of the Erasmus + program. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to regulatory compliance, she has consistently ensured the seamless implementation of projects, fostering stakeholder satisfaction and contributing to the advancement of international educational initiatives.
PROJECT MANAGER
Alfred Pallarca holds a Master of Arts degree in Spanish and Latin American Literature and is completing his second Master of Arts degree in International Relations, specializing in Global Governance and Social Theory. His academic focus encompasses the examination of colonial legacies, particularly in Latin America and West Africa. Alfred served as a Teaching Associate in the language department at California State University, Long Beach. He also gained teaching experience in Madrid, Spain, working in secondary education. His professional journey includes roles in the NGO sector, beginning with Community Outreach work in California. Presently, he contributes to project management for EU projects at EVBB. His skill set encompasses communication, research, writing, and multimedia design, reflecting his diverse background and interests. He speaks Tagalog, Spanish, and French, and possesses intermediate skills in German.
POLICY ADVISOR
HEAD OF FINANCE
Andreas holds a BA in Business Administration MSc in International and European Economics studies. He is working as a Financial Manager of EU Funded Projects. Ηe is fluent in Greek (mother tongue) and English. From an early age, he played volleyball in his neighbourhood team. His love for volleyball triggered him to become a coach in his neighbourhood team and impart all his knowledge to young children. As a volunteer in the post-graduate years, he was a member of AISEC and he tried to find free accommodation in hostels and hotels for European youth exchange programs. He wants to inspire young people to get engaged in volunteering for a greener planet. He is a food lover, an expert in Italian cuisine and he wants to taste different cuisines around the world. Also, he is charmed by black Rhum. His favourite colour is blue and the sea view gives him more power to imagine, travel to magic places, and continue being creative.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Daiana has been working as a graphic designer for over six years. Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects are some of the editing programmes that she is an expert on. When it comes to her job, she aims for perfection and is satisfied with nothing less. She adores fat cats, nice food and anything that involves creation. She is passionate about every form of art and she loves making new experiences. Her restless spirit led her to take up dancing & drawing lessons. She usually finds herself engaged in reading a new book, enjoying nature or doing research on her work field. She prefers face-to-face communication over computer or mobile screens. If you do not know where to find her, she is probably cleaning her desk or sanitizing her hands. She speaks Greek and English.
intern
Amaya Gomezgil Gabriel is currently in the second year of her Master’s in Educational Sciences at VUB University. She studied Organizational Psychology at Tecnologico de Monterrey and has a professional background in Human Resources. Amaya is a responsible person who values teamwork and is interested in different cultures. She speaks Spanish and English and is in the process of learning French and Dutch. ✨
intern
Desy Mariana Mahulae has a background in accounting and finance and holds a Master of Science in International Economics and Business from the University of Verona, Italy. Desy has diverse experience, including contributions to the education sector in Indonesia. Her skills and global perspective, combined with practical expertise, enhance her ability to support and contribute to our current projects effectively. 👍
Volunteer
Lingyan Hong is a passionate individual who is good at communication. She is currently doing her Master’s degree of Educational Sciences at VUB. Lingyan has rich experience in teaching and designing language courses. She is a polyglot who can speak English, Chinese, French, Cantonese and some Spanish. With her passion and talents, she is looking forward to contributing to a greater European Union 🌍
