Key skills and expertise

With 18 years of professional experience, the expert excels in project management, design management, and sustainable design, with significant expertise in engineering-design consulting projects in MENA and APAC regions. Key accomplishments include leading the sustainable design of the $696Mn Palm Jumeirah Gateway Towers, achieving LEED certifications, and spearheading multi-disciplinary projects valued over $250Mn. The expert has held leadership roles, managing teams of up to 20 stakeholders and coordinating with government officials for international initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including health, fundraising and grant management, monitoring and evaluation, ICT and telecommunications, and research and innovation. Previously held roles such as project consultant and business strategy consultant, with responsibilities in project management, design management, and strategic planning. The work is characterized by a focus on engineering-design projects and the digitization of organizations, primarily in the MENA and APAC regions, demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in integrating technology with infrastructure development.

The expert has extensive geographic experience in the MENA and APAC regions, having managed engineering-design consulting projects in Dubai, UAE, and Singapore. Their work includes strategic business consulting and project coordination in these areas, contributing to a deep understanding of regional development issues and cultural dynamics. This experience is complemented by involvement with international stakeholders and government officials, particularly in the context of large-scale infrastructure projects.

Languages and education

The expert holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Merit from Warwick Business School in the UK, known for its top-ranking programs. Additionally, a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.) was earned from YCCE, Nagpur University, India. The expert has also pursued business analytics certification modules at Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, USA.