Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 8 years of experience in procurement, administration, finance, and marketing, the expert has developed robust project management skills, especially in international contexts. Key qualifications include proficiency in financial procurement planning, vendor management, and digital transformation. Career highlights include contributions to local and international initiatives, notably with the UNDP's COVID-19 Rapid Response Team. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Assistant Procurement Manager Trainee at Ikos Resorts, with accomplishments in optimizing teamwork and achieving high-quality results in customer relations and project execution.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, as part of the COVID-19 Rapid Response Team. The expert's involvement included project implementation and data analysis for development partners, with a focus on health and digital transformation initiatives. This work was conducted at a national level, contributing significantly to international development cooperation efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in multiple sectors, including procurement, administration, finance, accounting, and marketing, the expert has held key roles such as Project Management Intern with the UNDP in Uzbekistan and Assistant Procurement Manager Trainee at Ikos Resorts in Spain. The expert has demonstrated cross-cutting expertise in project management and digitalization within these sectors. Geographic experience spans both national and international levels, providing a broad understanding of sector-specific and interdisciplinary challenges. The expert has gained significant geographic experience in Uzbekistan, Spain, and Lebanon, with a well-rounded understanding of cultural and regional dynamics in these areas.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual communication, the expert is fluent in English and a native speaker of Arabic, with advanced proficiency in French and basic knowledge of Spanish. These language skills have been crucial in multicultural environments and international settings, such as working with the United Nations Development Programme in Uzbekistan and in the 5-star hotel industry in Spain, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in multilingual teams. The expert holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Hotel Management with a specialization in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises from Les Roches International School of Hotel Management in Marbella, Spain, graduating with honors and distinction. Additionally, the expert attended the American University of Beirut, Lebanon, for freshman and sophomore years in business studies.