Key skills and expertise

With 11 years of experience, the expert specializes in urban development, civil engineering, water and sanitation, and mechanical engineering. Key skills include project management, technical consultancy, and risk management. The expert has led international initiatives with USAID and UNICEF, achieving a 22% increase in water subscribers and a 25% boost in distribution efficiency. Leadership roles include Senior Consultant at Oliver Wyman, where the expert developed environmental KPI use cases and coordinated stakeholder workshops. Responsibilities have included consistently delivering projects ahead of schedule and optimizing processes for significant cost savings.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert collaborated with USAID on the Lebanon Water Project, providing technical assistance in water resource management, institutional development, and infrastructure. The project aimed to improve water distribution efficiency and financial stability at a national level in Lebanon. Additionally, the expert worked with UNICEF on a USD 2M infrastructure support program in Tripoli, Lebanon, focusing on water network optimization and capacity building for local staff. The expert also participated in an EU-funded project with Solidarite International, managing interventions to support Syrian refugees with water supply and sanitation services in North Lebanon.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors such as urban development, civil engineering, water and sanitation, mechanical engineering, agriculture, and risk management. Previously held roles include Senior Consultant, Utility Coordinator, and Mechanical Engineer, with responsibilities ranging from project management and technical consultancy to governance and risk assessment. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes infrastructure development in urban and rural contexts and digitalization initiatives for environmental monitoring. The geographic scope of work spans Lebanon, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, reflecting a robust understanding of regional development challenges and solutions. In Lebanon, the expert has worked on national-level water and sanitation projects, gaining deep familiarity with local governance and infrastructure challenges. In Qatar, the expert contributed to the Qatar Smart Program, aligning with national development goals. In Saudi Arabia, the expert was involved in large-scale construction projects, enhancing infrastructure development. This regional expertise is complemented by a strong understanding of cultural dynamics and development issues in these countries.

Languages and education

The expert is a native Arabic speaker and is fluent in English and French, facilitating effective communication in multilingual environments. Additionally, the expert has beginner-level proficiency in Spanish. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including in-country work in Lebanon and Qatar, as well as in collaboration with international teams on projects funded by organizations such as USAID and UNICEF. The expert holds an International MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain, completed between September 2018 and July 2019. Additionally, the expert earned a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Balamand in Koura, Lebanon, with the master's degree completed from September 2012 to February 2014 and the bachelor's degree from October 2009 to June 2012. The expert was recognized for academic excellence, graduating in the top 10% of the class.