I am a dynamic professional with over 17 years of experience in project management, policy development, innovation, and EU funding. Having worked across government, corporate, and NGO sectors, I specialise in strategic partnerships, quality assurance, education, research & sustainable innovation. As EIT Community Officer for Malta, I bridge national and European innovation ecosystems. Passionate about mental health, I also serve as General Secretary of the Mental Health Association.
Tasks:
− Post Pandemic Strategy
− Government Economic Vision 2031
− Budget Recommendations for 2022
− Recreational Cannabis
− Third Country Nationals
− Social Enterprise Act
− ESF+, ERDF & JTF
Teaching General & Business English as a Foreign Language at all Levels seasonally on a full-time basis.
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N. Sammut, D. Spiteri, J. P. Sammut, I. Coppola, R. Lepre, B. Lebrun, "The Status of Sustainable Social Innovation in Malta", Sustainability, 12, 4238, May 2020. doi:10.3390/su12104238.
N. Sammut, D. Spiteri, J. P. Sammut, I. Coppola, B. Lebrun, R. Lepre, "A Social Innovation Strategic Framework for a Small Island State: A Case Study of Malta", Journal of Applied Business and Economics, vol 23(1), pp. 100-115, 2021
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[1] Available at: https://dreambuilder.org/
[1] Reported at: https://www.maltachamber.org.mt/en/social-partners-take-centre-stage-in-the-future-of-skills-and-the-impact-of-ai-at-the-workplace
[2] Reported at: https://www.maltachamber.org.mt/en/the-ripple-effect-of-ai and https://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2023-02-15/local-news/Potential-impact-of-coming-wave-of-Artificial-Intelligence-discussed-in-conference-6736249716
Reported at: https://maltabusinessweekly.com/profit-with-purpose-generates-e24000-for-supporting-startups/2977/
Information Seminars for FP7 in General & for the following Research Areas separately: Energy; Transport including Aviation; Health; Food, Agriculture & Fisheries; Environment; Nanotechnologies, New Materials & New Production Technologies; Research Infrastructures; SMEs.
Date: 30 May 2012
Work carried out: Diana was the lead on coordinating this international cooperation conference and it included identifying and inviting speakers, delivering content and targeting the relevant stakeholders for participation from all Member States Associated Countries and Taiwan, logistics, catering, agenda setting and dissemination of information.
Recipient: Health-NCP-NET Project and the Embassy of Taiwan
Venue: Embassy of Taiwan, Brussels - Belgium
No. of Attendees: 40
Value of the project: Circa €15,000
“I was initially impressed with Diana's enthusiasm, communication skills and professional demeanor (...) Diana is reliable, dedicated and eternally upbeat and owns a team-player mindset (...) In this regard she has my highest recommendation.”
“In her work Diana is highly professional and dedicated, following up on in detail at every step (...) and organising work and activities to perfection. She is always keen to learn and develop networks which allow her to develop her knowledge and know-how. I have no hesitation in strongly recommending Diana (...) An employer will be fortunate to have such a competent, intelligent and responsible person in their employment.”
“Ms Spiteri has (...) demonstrated resourcefulness and resilience to achieve goals and commitment beyond what can be expected in terms of working hours and job description.”
“Ms Spiteri is very focussed and determined, works well under pressure and consistently demonstrates a clear ability for independent, innovative and critical thinking. (…) Ms Spiteri is a people’s person and quickly fits in a team to form part of its fabric. Her uncommon empathy is particularly useful in weaving a team together and has served her well in building a very large social network. She is exceptionally good at communication and presentations and has demonstrated time and again to also have excellent people management skills when required, even in the toughest of circumstances. (…) She always maintains high grooming standards which are critical in her work especially when dealing with international collaborators. (…) Ms Spiteri and her team were successful in helping Malta access FP7 EU funds, increasing the success rate by over 30% (from €12m to €18m).”
“Diana was a great manager, providing the team with clear structure and constant support. Her management style was firm but fair, setting the pace for the team while leading by example. Diana always emphasised the importance of effective communication and provided a balance between supporting us in our roles and giving us the space to operate independently and build upon our talents. I cannot recommend her enough.”
“As an executive within her team I enjoyed and could always rely on the necessary order and structure (…) I benefited from her recognition of each team member's strengths, and the opportunities for personal development and growth (…) Similarly, I was able to rely on her emotional intelligence and personal integrity to create the positive atmosphere and security needed to work with diligence. It was a pleasure working with her and I would gladly recommend her and hope to work with her again.”
"Diana is not only a natural leader but has also proven herself to be an excellent team player with honed managerial skills."
“(…) during my time at Equinox Group (…) she managed to engage and motivate the team through clear communication and an understanding of the individual strengths of the members. It was these same qualities that enabled her to build the client portfolio of the company and connect the right people at the right times. I would gladly work with her again in the future and would highly recommend her to lead any team.”
Excellence hub in green technologies - Introducing innovation ecosystems in the Mediterranean food value chain. Proposal submission, Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber & Koperattivi Malta.
Funded by Horizon Europe
Mediterranean Island Cleantech Innovation Ecosystem. Proposal submission, Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber.
Funded by Horizon Europe
Academy for Women Entrepreneurs 2022 and 2023. Proposal submission, project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber. Funded by the US Department of State.
Competence Upgrade for Business Excellence in Malta (EASME - €223K). Proposal submission & Project management at The Malta Chamber. Funded by EASME.
Digital Skills for the AI Revolution. Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber. Funded by ERASMUS+.
TransFormWork Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber. Funded by EU Social Dialogue Funding Programme.
Governance for Inclusive Excellence. Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber. Funded by ERASMUS+.
Establishing Malta's Framework for a Net-Zero-Carbon Building in Malta. Proposal submission at The Malta Chamber. Funded by the HSBC Malta Foundation.
Human Capital Research Project. Project management & implementation at The Malta Chamber. Funded by the HSBC Malta Foundation.
Enabling Network-Based Innovation through Service and Institutional Engagement (03/2019 – 02/2020) Project management & implementation at IURIS. Funded by INTERREG IT–MT Cohesion Policy 2014-2020.
Teaming to Extend Maltese Ambitions in the Aerospace Sector. Proposal submission, Project management & implementation at MCST. Funded by HORIZON 2020.
Renewable Solvents with high performance in applications & improved toxicity profiles (03/2019-01/2020). Project management & implementation at MCST & Equinox Advisory. Funded by FUSION: CVP & TDP MCST.
Project management & implementation, including the management of funding at MCST.
Providing support to carers and family members of mental health patients and guiding them in times of crisis, and raising awareness of the importance of mental health and wellbeing.
I possess a comprehensive set of soft skills that enable me to communicate effectively and perform efficiently in various professional settings. My ability to communicate with clarity, coupled with strong listening skills, allows me to understand and address the needs of my team and stakeholders effectively. This skill was particularly honed through my role as a team leader, where I was responsible for presenting at numerous events. These presentations required not only clear verbal communication but also the use of non-verbal cues to engage and persuade diverse audiences.
Empathy and the ability to build strong relationships have been integral to my success in roles that involve customer relationship management and my active involvement with the Mental Health Association - Malta. My experience in this area has also strengthened my writing skills, as I often had to convey complex information in a manner that was both accessible and personalized to the customer. This experience, combined with my ability to manage time efficiently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously, has enabled me to navigate high-pressure environments with flexibility and composure.
I am detail-oriented and possess strong organisational skills, which are essential for managing projects and leading teams. My analytical abilities allow me to solve problems efficiently, often requiring conflict resolution and strategic decision-making. An example of this was when I successfully mediated a conflict within my team, ensuring that all parties felt heard and respected, which ultimately led to a more collaborative and productive work environment.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated loyalty and a commitment to excellence, whether in building relationships with clients, managing projects, or leading teams. My experiences have taught me the importance of being adaptable and maintaining a strong ethical foundation, which has earned me the trust and respect of colleagues and clients alike.