Key skills and expertise

With 21 years of experience, the expert is skilled in humanitarian aid, logistics, administration, and finance. They have led teams of up to 45 staff, managed budgets up to 18 million USD, and established donor relations with organizations like UN agencies and ECHO. Key roles include Deputy Head of Mission for Accountability, where strategic plans and compliance departments were developed. The expert has a strong track record in financial negotiations, policy development, and capacity building across the Middle East, demonstrating a robust capacity for leadership and international collaboration.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as UN agencies, OFDA, ECHO, and SDC. Involvement includes establishing donor relations, leading financial negotiations, and participating in strategic planning for projects with an annual budget of up to 18 million USD. The work spans thematic areas such as governance and accountability, with a focus on humanitarian aid and emergency response. This donor-related work has been conducted primarily in Syria, with additional regional involvement in the Middle East, including Jordan and Iraq.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors including humanitarian aid, logistics, administration, border management, anti-corruption, human resources, and finance. They have held leadership roles such as Deputy Head of Mission and Administration & Finance Coordinator, managing large teams and substantial budgets. Cross-cutting expertise includes strategic planning, compliance, and capacity building, with a geographic focus on the Middle East, particularly Syria, Jordan, and Iraq. The expert has extensive geographic experience in the Middle East, particularly in Syria, where several key positions have been held. Additional regional experience includes roles in Jordan and Iraq, with involvement in Lebanon, Afghanistan, Yemen, and Palestine, providing deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, particularly in humanitarian aid and emergency response sectors.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in Arabic, English, and French. These languages have been utilized in various professional contexts, including managing multilingual teams and engaging in international collaborations. Additionally, the expert has experience as a French teacher and translator, further demonstrating proficiency in these languages. The expert holds a Master's degree in International Business Administration from Syria, obtained in 2007, and a Diploma in Linguistics from Damascus University, completed in 2003. Additionally, a Bachelor of Arts in French Literature from Damascus University was awarded in 2002. The educational background is complemented by a Project Management Professional certification from New Horizons Institute in Syria, achieved in 2010.