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Lebanon, Turkey

RPS is a Social Impact research, consulting and training firm formed by PhD holders and certified professionals catering to the needs of the Development, Non-Profit and Impact Sector in the MENA region on specializations including M&E, Impact Assessments, Benchmarking & Baselining, Project Management, Fundraising & Financial Sustainability, Capacity Development, Training & Coaching, SOPs Development, Organizational Assessments as well as Leadership & Soft Skills development. Since its… Show more RPS is a Social Impact research, consulting and training firm formed by PhD holders and certified professionals catering to the needs of the Development, Non-Profit and Impact Sector in the MENA region on specializations including M&E, Impact Assessments, Benchmarking & Baselining, Project Management, Fundraising & Financial Sustainability, Capacity Development, Training & Coaching, SOPs Development, Organizational Assessments as well as Leadership & Soft Skills development. Since its establishment in early 2018, it has grown exponentially, catering to clients in various countries in the MENA region and now has 2 offices in Beirut and Istanbul.Since inception I have:o Setup and managed the business development strategy, processes, and procedures that led to bringing in a portfolio exceeding $1 Million despite all the crises.o Assessed clients’ needs, developed proposals, pitched solutions and developed action plans.o Implemented consulting and training engagements to clients in consulting firms, governmental entities and NGOs.o Managed a pool of over 180 consultants, trainers and project coordinators.o Handled business and market intelligence, and development of new services.o Developed partnerships with service providers, experts and other consulting firms. o Did psychometric assessments, training sessions and advising to C-Level & Middle Management of various organizations. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

RainMakers is a Business Development firm for NGOs, INGOs, CSOs and service providers that work with the development sector. It offers Opportunity Identification, Proposal Development, Partner & Donor Mapping, Fundraising Strategies & Business Development Strategies Development.

Specialized in: - Strategic Planning - Project Management - Business Analysis - Business Development - Operations Management - Risk Management - Human Resources Management - NGOs Management - Training of Trainers - Soft Skills - Volunteers Management - Fundraising & Proposal Writing

Cyprus

Vision: JPC’s vision is to be the partner of choice in the fields of peace, and conflict transformation in the EMEA region.Our Mission: Increase the capacity of societies, public and private institutions to better understand conflict and to address it peacefully by providing socio-political research, advisory, dialogue services, and training.

Lebanon

The Non-Governmental Organizations Initiative (NGOi) at the American University of Beirut (AUB), is a collaborative endeavor between the Office of the Vice President for Regional External Programs (REP) and the Global Health Institute (GHI) at AUB. The vision of NGOi is to be the regional hub for the NGO sector certification, development, and knowledge exchange.NGOi offers:Organizational CertificationThe NGOi offers certification to NGOs whose governance and… Show more The Non-Governmental Organizations Initiative (NGOi) at the American University of Beirut (AUB), is a collaborative endeavor between the Office of the Vice President for Regional External Programs (REP) and the Global Health Institute (GHI) at AUB. The vision of NGOi is to be the regional hub for the NGO sector certification, development, and knowledge exchange.NGOi offers:Organizational CertificationThe NGOi offers certification to NGOs whose governance and administrative structures as well as operational principles meet the requirements of a set evidence-based criteria.Training & Capacity BuildingThe NGOi offers training and capacity building programs to NGOs staff and leadership through workshops, courses, certificates, and diplomas, using different learning approaches including face-to-face, online, and blended methods of delivery.Knowledge Resource CenterThe NGOi presents a knowledge resource center comprising relevant and reliable material that keep NGOs staff and leadership up-to-date.Convening PlatformThe NGOi offers a convening platform for NGOs to meet, share knowledge, and discuss relevant matters through seminars, talks, conferences, and forums.For more information check www.aub.edu.lb/ngoi Show less

Lebanon

The office of Regional External Programs (REP) is the consulting and professional development arm of AUB. It is the business development and project management office for all consulting and customized executive education activities. Working in a direct and close partnership with the Director of Institutional Consulting, Director of Continuing Education Center and Vice President for Regional External Programs, my main job responsibilities are:• Leading the project management practice in the… Show more The office of Regional External Programs (REP) is the consulting and professional development arm of AUB. It is the business development and project management office for all consulting and customized executive education activities. Working in a direct and close partnership with the Director of Institutional Consulting, Director of Continuing Education Center and Vice President for Regional External Programs, my main job responsibilities are:• Leading the project management practice in the office with total of around 20+ projects annually.• Leading strategic business development processes and activities including market analysis, development of new services, liaising with partner organizations and clients.• Preparing proposals for REP's consulting, professional development and entrepreneurial initiatives.• Recruiting and managing project team members including coordinators, assistants, consultants and experts.• Spearheading the offices marketing and outreach strategies and projects including online and offline initiatives.• Assisting the vice President and Directors in strategic planning workshops, activities, presentations and coordination. Show less

Lebanon

Received highest quality scores and many repeat clients for the courses and interactive workshops that I delivered to 1,000+ professionals working in Lebanon, Saudi, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sudan, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Egypt, and Jordan. Topics covered: - Project Management Professional - PMP Exam Preparatory Course. - Certified Associate in Project Management - CAPM Exam Preparatory Course. - PMP/CAPM Revision Courses. - Project Plan Development Workshops. - Project Management… Show more Received highest quality scores and many repeat clients for the courses and interactive workshops that I delivered to 1,000+ professionals working in Lebanon, Saudi, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sudan, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Egypt, and Jordan. Topics covered: - Project Management Professional - PMP Exam Preparatory Course. - Certified Associate in Project Management - CAPM Exam Preparatory Course. - PMP/CAPM Revision Courses. - Project Plan Development Workshops. - Project Management for NGOs. - Certified Business Analysis Professional - CBAP Exam Preparatory Course. - Business Analysis Workshops. Show less

Saudi Arabia

Worked with Ministers, Royal Advisors, General Directors and C-level executives on engagements related to Social Development, Micro-Finance, Banking, Governmental Enhancements, Participatory Decision Making, and Saudi's National Transformation Program (NTP) for the Vision 2030 Realization. My responsibilities included tasks and engagements related to: - Strategic Planning - Enterprise Performance Management - Project Coordination & Management - Organizational Gap Analysis -… Show more Worked with Ministers, Royal Advisors, General Directors and C-level executives on engagements related to Social Development, Micro-Finance, Banking, Governmental Enhancements, Participatory Decision Making, and Saudi's National Transformation Program (NTP) for the Vision 2030 Realization. My responsibilities included tasks and engagements related to: - Strategic Planning - Enterprise Performance Management - Project Coordination & Management - Organizational Gap Analysis - Strategic Planning - Workshops & Plenary Sessions Organization & Management - Business Development & Proposal Writing Show less

Lebanon

Managed the Operations Team at CMCS Lebanon with a focus on standardization, process improvement, proposal writing, developing new products, documentation of policies and procedures and innovation of new marketing and outreach strategies. In less than 2 years, this resulted in more than 200% increase in training courses and revenues with a decrease in process waste and overheads. My responsibilities included oversight on: - Sales - Marketing - Accounting - Human Resources -… Show more Managed the Operations Team at CMCS Lebanon with a focus on standardization, process improvement, proposal writing, developing new products, documentation of policies and procedures and innovation of new marketing and outreach strategies. In less than 2 years, this resulted in more than 200% increase in training courses and revenues with a decrease in process waste and overheads. My responsibilities included oversight on: - Sales - Marketing - Accounting - Human Resources - Business Development - Customer Relationship Management - Social Media & Community Engagement - Courses & Workshops Scheduling and ManagementMy responsibilities also included coordinating the partnership with the Continuing Education Center at the American University of Beirut (AUB-CEC) as a key educational partner. Last but not least, I also delivered 1 to 2 training workshops and courses monthly as an Instructor at AUB-CEC as well as for CMCS clients in the fields of Project Management and Business Analysis. Show less

Lebanon

Assigned as a Consultant on the initiation of new projects in Saudi and Sudan to assist in the kick off and planning processes and procedures.Responsible of designing and delivering training workshops and courses on Project Management and Business Analysis including the Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management for NGOs, Project Management for Youth, Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) and Green Project Management (GPM).

Developed & Managed Banking Software using C#, VB6, Crystal Reporting, Oracle, SQL Server and Web-services. Wrote technical documentation for numerous applications and systems developed in-house.

Computing And Networking Services

Visitor'S Bureau

Master'S Degree, Human Resources Management (Mhrm)

MHRM at the Olayan School of Business (OSB) at the American University of Beirut (AUB).

Bs, Computer Science

Activities and Societies: . - Class Representative for Computer Science Society - 2007 till 2009 - Co-founder of Student Activism Club.

Bac Ii, General Sciences

Activities and Societies: Student Life Organization - Head of Outreach Department, Handball Varsity Team