Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 38 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned leader in international development, global governance, and diplomacy. Excelling in strategic planning, business modeling, and policy development, the expert's skills encompass conflict resolution, statebuilding, and women economic empowerment. Career highlights include leading UNDP initiatives, developing governance strategies, and securing multimillion-dollar funds for international projects. Previously held roles such as CEO of Expert Consulting on Governance and senior positions within the United Nations, where responsibilities included managing large teams and complex programs across various regions.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with donors such as the European Union, CIDA, and the UAE government. The expert has been involved in project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in thematic areas including governance, gender equality, and sustainable development. The geographic scope of work includes regional and national projects across the Middle East, North Africa, and high-income countries like the UAE, Qatar, and Oman. The expert has secured multimillion-dollar funds for energy efficiency projects and green economy policies, and developed strategies for governance reforms and international cooperation.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in international development, global governance, diplomacy, and public administration, the expert has held senior roles such as CEO, UN Resident Representative, and Special Advisor. Responsibilities have included focusing on governance reforms, strategic planning, and sustainable business strategies. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans women economic empowerment, conflict resolution, and corporate governance. Geographic experience is extensive in the Middle East and North Africa, with significant roles in Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Lebanon, and Belgium. The expert has engaged deeply with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, contributing to strategic planning and international cooperation initiatives.

Languages and education

With a background in political science, public policy, and human resources management, the expert holds a Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations and Public Policy and a Master of Arts in Political Science from Carleton University, Canada. Additionally, the expert earned a Diploma in Human Resources Management from Fanshawe College, Canada, and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Literature from Lebanese University, Lebanon. The expert is trilingual, fluent in Arabic, English, and French. These language skills have been utilized extensively in international settings, facilitating effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams, senior government officials, and international organizations.