Key skills and expertise

Bringing nearly 27 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned business engineer specializing in governance, governance reforms, the humanitarian sector, monitoring and evaluation, and digital transformation. They have successfully managed numerous projects for government entities, international donors, and NGOs. Notably, they have conducted over 20 project analyses and evaluations for organizations such as the EU, UN Agencies, and the World Bank. Their expertise encompasses program analysis, digital transformation strategy development, and a strong command of evaluation tools. Leadership roles have included positions such as Head of the International Development Agency and ICT Project Manager, contributing significantly to regional development initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with prominent donors like the EU, UN Agencies (UNDP, UNICEF), ILO, and the World Bank. Their involvement spans project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building across sectors such as governance, health, education, and digital transformation. These projects are primarily regional in scope, focusing on the MENA region, including Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Iraq, and Yemen. The expert has managed multiple initiatives for government bodies and NGOs, enhancing development cooperation efforts in these areas.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving education, monitoring and evaluation, public administration, information and communication technology, and program management. Previously held roles such as ICT Project Manager and Head of the International Development Agency, overseeing governance reforms and digital transformation projects. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes digitalization in public administration and infrastructure development. The expert's work spans regional and country-specific initiatives, primarily within the MENA region, focusing on enhancing governance, health, and education through technology and strategic planning. Geographic experience includes extensive work in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Iraq, and Yemen, with long-term assignments in Lebanon since 1995. Their work has also extended to France and Canada, contributing to their understanding of international development dynamics and cultural contexts.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in Arabic, English, and French, demonstrating excellent competence in reading, speaking, and writing. These language skills have been utilized in international development projects in the MENA region and collaborations with multilingual teams, supporting effective communication and negotiation in diverse environments. The expert holds an Engineer Diploma (Master of Science in Engineering) from Télécom Paris in France and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Grenoble Ecole de Management, also in France. Additionally, they obtained an EMBA in Business Administration from the Lebanese American University in Lebanon and a Postgraduate Diploma in Telecommunications Management from the Institut National des Télécommunications – INT in France. They also completed preparatory classes in mathematics at Lycée Montaigne in France.