Key skills and expertise

With 37 years of experience in statistics, the expert has held prominent roles, including Director of the Statistics Directorate at the High-commission for Planning in Morocco. Their expertise spans nonparametric statistics, multivariate analysis, and biostatistics. They have published over 120 scientific papers and delivered more than 100 invited talks. The expert has also supervised numerous graduate students, demonstrating strong leadership in academia. Professional memberships include the International Statistical Institute and the Statistical Society of Canada, underscoring a commitment to advancing statistical methodologies and applications.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked primarily within the statistics sector, holding leadership roles such as Director of the Statistics Directorate at the High-commission for Planning in Morocco. Professional experience spans academia and research, with professorial positions at multiple Canadian universities. Possesses interdisciplinary expertise in nonparametric statistics, multivariate analysis, and biostatistics, applying these skills in both health and social sciences. Work has had a significant impact in Morocco and Canada, contributing to regional statistical methodologies and applications.

Extensive geographic experience in Morocco and Canada, having held significant academic and professional roles in both countries. In Morocco, serves as the Director of the Statistics Directorate at the High-commission for Planning. In Canada, has been a professor at several universities, including Laval University and the University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières, contributing to a strong understanding of regional development and academic collaboration in these locations.

Languages and education

Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, utilizing these languages in professional and academic settings. This multilingual capability supports work in diverse international environments and collaborations.

Holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from Laval University, Canada, and a Third Cycle Doctorate in Statistics from Lille I University, France. Additionally, obtained a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Probability from Lille I University, France.