Key skills and expertise

With 13 years of experience in forestry and environmental management, the expert is proficient in forest management, ecosystem services, and sustainable land-use practices. They have demonstrated expertise in using Arc-GIS, Google Earth Engine, and remote sensing technologies. In Syria, they have led projects focusing on ecosystem services and disaster response. Serving as a project manager and deputy head in the Department of Forestry, responsibilities included implementing sustainable infrastructure projects and conducting fire prevention workshops. Recognized for strong communication skills, they have also contributed to academic research and education in forestry.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors, including Environment and Natural Resource Management, Tourism, Mapping and Cadastre, Research, and Agriculture. Previously held roles such as project manager and consultant, focusing on sustainable land-use practices and ecosystem services. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes digital tools like GIS and remote sensing for environmental analysis. The geographic scope of their work is primarily in Syria, with additional academic and research activities in Germany and Spain, enhancing their understanding of forestry and environmental management. Extensive experience in Syria involves projects with local governance and cultural dynamics, while academic pursuits in Germany and Spain have furthered their regional expertise in Mediterranean forestry.

Languages and education

Bringing a multilingual background, the expert is a native Arabic speaker with advanced proficiency in English (C1 level) and basic proficiency in Spanish and German (A2 level each). These language competences have been utilized in professional settings in Syria and international academic activities. Educational background includes being a PhD candidate at the Geography Institute, University of Hildesheim, Germany, focusing on geographic information systems and remote sensing. They hold a Master’s degree in Forestry and Natural Resources Management from the University of Lleida, Spain, as part of the ERASMUS MUNDUS programme, and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, specialized in Forestry and Environment, from the University of Tishreen, Syria.