María Rezola de Vargas
Espoo
Summary
Proactive and people-oriented professional with a strong background in education, administrative coordination, and multicultural teamwork. Experienced in managing projects, supporting organizational leadership, and building inclusive and efficient work environments. Passionate about lifelong learning, collaboration, and contributing to meaningful, value-driven communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
International Youth Cooperation Suomi
09.2025 - Current
- Lead coordination and administration of the organization, managing ongoing projects .
- Oversee finances and HR-related tasks: budgeting, volunteers management.
- Support in applying for new fundings (EU/public and starting with private); coordination of grant and project reporting.
- Planning and organizing events, meetings and trainings.
- Facilitating collaboration with partner organizations, institutions and now contacting companies to start collaboration.
- Communications between the partners and the public; maintenance of web pages and other media channels.
General Secretary
International Youth Cooperation Suomi
09.2024 - Current
- Supported the president in managing strategic operations
- Coordinated team onboarding and internal communication
- Researched and identified funding opportunities to support organizational growth
- Prepared applications, budgets, and reports for national and international funding programs
- Managed Erasmus+ and ESC project applications
- Organized events and international youth campaigns
- Fostered team well-being and stakeholder relations
- Tools: Trello, Slack, Google Workspace
Early Childhood Educator
Albatross Daycare
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Also worked 2015-2018
- Designed and implemented tailored educational programs for children aged 1 to 5 years
- Created a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment to support children’s cognitive, emotional, and social growth
- Collaborated closely with parents, caregivers, and colleagues to ensure a holistic approach to child development
- Designed and ran educational programs that supported children's social and emotional development
- Maintained detailed records of children’s progress and adapted teaching methods to suit individual needs
- Supported and trained new educators, making sure they felt comfortable in their roles
Daycare Assistant
Trefory Tiny Tots
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Helped children with their development and learning in a structured environment
- Assisted with daily activities and worked as part of a team
Education
Specialization - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Universidad De Alcalá De Henares
01.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Pedagogy
Universidad Complutense De Madrid
01.2013
Erasmus Internship - Education
Puistokoulu
01.2013
Erasmus Program - Education
Jyväskylän Yliopisto
01.2012
Skills
- Administrative & Executive Support
- HR Coordination & Team Onboarding
- Project Management & Erasmus
- Cross Cultural Communication
- Event Planning & Internal Communication
- Adaptability & Fast Learning
- Education & Pedagogical Support
Languages
Spanish
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Finnish
Elementary
A2
Courses
Courses available upon request.
· Conferences on Human Rights, Disabilities, and Educational Inclusion
· Leadership, ethics, and educational seminars in Spain and Finland
Timeline
Executive Director
International Youth Cooperation Suomi
09.2025 - Current
General Secretary
International Youth Cooperation Suomi
09.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Albatross Daycare
08.2021 - 10.2022
Daycare Assistant
Trefory Tiny Tots
01.2019 - 01.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Pedagogy
Universidad Complutense De Madrid
Erasmus Internship - Education
Puistokoulu
Erasmus Program - Education
Jyväskylän Yliopisto
Specialization - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Universidad De Alcalá De Henares
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