Key skills and expertise.

With over 20 years of expertise in project management, the expert excels in finance, governance, and economic development. Proficient in leading multicultural teams and managing budgets up to $29 million, the expert has successfully implemented international initiatives with USAID and the EU. Key accomplishments include adapting strategies for challenging contexts and overseeing more than 80 sustainable livelihood interventions. Responsibilities have included strategic guidance, budget management, and stakeholder liaison, demonstrating strong leadership and the ability to achieve quantifiable results in complex environments.

Project experience and donor exposure.

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as USAID and the EU on development cooperation projects. Involvement includes project implementation, strategic guidance, and capacity building in sectors like governance, economic development, social protection, and renewable energy. The projects have been national in scope, primarily focused in Lebanon, addressing challenges like municipal renewable energy solutions and sustainable livelihoods. The expert has also engaged in budget management and compliance with donor regulations, ensuring effective stakeholder relations and project outcomes.

Sectors and geographic focus.

The expert has worked across sectors including rural development, civil society and NGOs, finance, and program management. Roles have included project director, program director, and senior technical manager, with responsibilities in strategic guidance, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. The expert possesses interdisciplinary knowledge in governance, economic development, and emergency response, with a focus on renewable energy and sustainable livelihoods. Geographic work has been primarily in Lebanon, addressing regional development challenges and collaborating with international donors.

The expert has extensive experience in Lebanon, France, and the USA, with significant involvement in Lebanon's local governance and regional development. This includes working with municipalities and local communities, addressing Lebanon's specific challenges in economic development and social protection. The expert's familiarity with the cultural dynamics and local environment has been instrumental in implementing successful projects and fostering partnerships with international donors and stakeholders.

Languages and education.

Fluent in English, French, Arabic, and Armenian, the expert has effectively utilized these languages in managing international development projects and leading multicultural teams. Basic knowledge of Spanish and Italian further complements the expert's language skills, facilitating communication in diverse settings. These competencies have been crucial in liaising with stakeholders, conducting training, and overseeing project implementations across various countries.

The expert holds a "Grande Ecole" Diploma in Finance from HEC Hautes Etudes Commerciales in France and a Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering from ESIB, "Ecole Superieure d'Ingenieurs de Beyrouth" in Lebanon. These qualifications provide a strong foundation in finance and engineering, supporting the expert's extensive career in project management and international development.