Olympia KARAVASILI
Paris,France
Summary
Multilingual sports lawyer with 9 years of expertise in government relations and public policy advocacy focused on the sports sector. Specializes in anti-doping issues and good governance. Successfully led advocacy initiatives that improved regulatory frameworks and advanced stakeholder interests.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Legal Counsel, Regulatory, Governance & Compliance
Fédération Internationale de Football Association
Paris
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Manage regulatory governance matters, focusing on FIFA Statutes and FIFA Governance Regulations
- Deliver comprehensive feedback on regulatory projects, legal documents, and organizational matters concerning FIFA Regulations
- Prepare documentation for the FIFA Council and Congress meetings
- Provide responses to regulatory enquiries from all internal and external football stakeholders
Deputy Director, Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
World Anti-Doping Agency
Montreal
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Fostered strategic alliances between the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and intergovernmental bodies such as UNESCO, Council of Europe, American Sports Council (CADE) and ASEAN
- Supported WADA's President and Director General, ensuring seamless interaction with Governments and intergovernmental institutions
- Led development of briefing documents, speeches, position papers, and background data tailored for WADA leadership
- Engaged in high-level political forums to advocate for WADA’s strategic objectives and secure governmental backing, in particular, at the agency's Executive Committee and Foundation Board
- Collaborated with EU entities to shape policies that supported WADA's objectives
- Directed team efforts in lobbying and advocacy, managing content strategy and outreach initiatives
- Coordinated regional intergovernmental conferences to strengthen collaborative efforts against doping
Manager, Government and NADO Relations
World Anti-Doping Agency
Lausanne
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Established lasting relationships with key European stakeholders like governments and National Anti-Doping Organisations (NADOs)
- Assisted European Governments to develop anti-doping legal framework which is in line with the World Anti-Doping Code and NADOs to create robust and in line with the Code anti-doping programs
- Served as ISO-certified auditor for WADA audits of NADOs and International Federations
- Engaged in international policy dialogues for WADA across major global organizations
Case management coordinator, Case Management team
Athletics Integrity Unit, World Athletics
Monaco
12.2018 - 05.2021
- Crafted comprehensive written submissions for the independent Disciplinary Tribunal of World Athletics and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), demonstrating expertise in legal documentation, case law research, and strategic analysis
- Managed high volumes of correspondence and ensured compliance with tight deadlines while preparing for hearings, including cross-examinations and witness statements
- Actively represented the AIU in hearings before the independent Disciplinary Tribunal and CAS, showcasing strong advocacy and communication skills
Legal officer, Sport Conventions Division
Council of Europe
Strasbourg
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Contributed to the Secretariat of the Anti-Doping Convention (ETS No
- 135) by preparing meeting documentation for the Monitoring Group of the ETS No.135, while participating in compliance evaluation visits to enhance member states adherence
Study Visit
Inter-American Court of Human Rights
San Jose
07.2017
- Conducted extensive research on sport-related cases before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights
Legal trainee
European Olympic Committees
Brussels
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Participated in European institutions' meetings on sport policies to gather insights
Paralegal
Mills&Reeve
Manchester
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Composed CAS awards on football-related disputes for a CAS arbitrator and conducted legal research on case law
Legal trainee, Sport Conventions Division
Council of Europe
Strasbourg
03.2016 - 04.2016
- Examined and prepared documents addressing legal implications of Conventions
Legal trainee
Law firm " Koutsougiwrgos Panos-Tomas and partners"
Thessaloniki
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Organized case materials for court proceedings
Trainee, Civil Matter -Court of Appeals
Greek Court of Justice
Thessaloniki
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Conduct detailed reviews of legal documents to ensure correct classification and categorization
Legal trainee
Ville de Bruxelles
Brussels
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Analyzed administrative claims and drafted responses addressing complaints
Education
Master in Sports Law - Juriste du Sport
Université Côte d'Azur
09.2015 - 09.2016
Degree in law - undefined
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
09.2009 - 07.2014
Erasmus Studies - undefined
Université Libre de Bruxelles
09.2011 - 01.2012
OTHER SKILLS
- Project Management Methodology, Council of Europe, 03/28/18 - 03/29/18, Strasbourg, France
- Investigation and legal follow-up on sexual harassment cases in athletics, 02/17/20 - 02/18/20, Monaco, Monaco
Languages
Greek
Native language
English
Master or proficient
C2
French
Master or proficient
C2
Spanish
Master or proficient
C2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Italian
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Senior Legal Counsel, Regulatory, Governance & Compliance
Fédération Internationale de Football Association
09.2024 - 02.2025
Deputy Director, Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
World Anti-Doping Agency
06.2023 - 08.2024
Manager, Government and NADO Relations
World Anti-Doping Agency
06.2021 - 05.2023
Case management coordinator, Case Management team
Athletics Integrity Unit, World Athletics
12.2018 - 05.2021
Study Visit
Inter-American Court of Human Rights
07.2017
Legal officer, Sport Conventions Division
Council of Europe
11.2016 - 11.2018
Legal trainee
European Olympic Committees
07.2016 - 10.2016
Paralegal
Mills&Reeve
05.2016 - 06.2016
Legal trainee, Sport Conventions Division
Council of Europe
03.2016 - 04.2016
Master in Sports Law - Juriste du Sport
Université Côte d'Azur
09.2015 - 09.2016
Legal trainee
Law firm " Koutsougiwrgos Panos-Tomas and partners"
04.2015 - 08.2015
Trainee, Civil Matter -Court of Appeals
Greek Court of Justice
09.2014 - 03.2015
Legal trainee
Ville de Bruxelles
03.2014 - 06.2014
Erasmus Studies - undefined
Université Libre de Bruxelles
09.2011 - 01.2012
Degree in law - undefined
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
09.2009 - 07.2014
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