Benessaiah Nejib

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Senior Advisor at MedWet @
Benessaiah Nejib's Location
Greece, Greece
About Benessaiah Nejib

Senior Advisor with a demonstrated history of networking in the environmental and international development fields. Skilled in Urban and Rural Development, Environmental Awareness, Natural Resource Management, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and Water Resource Management.

Benessaiah Nejib's Current Company Details
The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (MedWet)

The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)

Senior Advisor at MedWet
Benessaiah Nejib Work Experience Details
  • The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)
    Senior Advisor
    The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet) Jun 2014 - Present
    Athens, Greece
    - Assistance to the MedWet Coordinator and other staff of the MedWet Secretariat in the development of Med Wet activities and the reinforcement of the MedWet network, with special emphasis on issues related to North African and Middle East national administrations, non-governmental organizations and other actors in these subregions.
  • The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)
    Coordinator
    The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet) Jan 2011 - Dec 2013
    Athens, Greece
    Implementation of the MedWet’s mission to ensure and support the effective conservation of wetlands and the wise use of their resources, values and services.- Drafting of the concept and approval of a MAVA bridging project aiming to support core MedWet activities for 2014-2016.- Assistance to project activities in the frame of the MedWet networking and the Strategic Vision and Work Plan (NEREUS, Med-INA/MAVA project and WWF-Tunis/MAVA Ghar El Melh project).- MedWet networking and international cooperation (participation as Consulting Partner in GWP-Med, as End User of the PEGASO and GlobWetland II projects and Observer at the Union For the Mediterranean Water Directors meetings).- Organisation of MedWet/Com11 and assistance to the Ramsar COP10 MedWet related side events (Agadir Conclusions, Maghreb Wetlands, GlobWetland II).- Logistic, technical and scientific organization of the International Symposium of Agadir (management of 250-350 participants and 6 technical workshops, production of 3 short films). Editing and pending publication of the Symposium Proceedings.
  • The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)
    Interim Medwet Coordinator
    The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet) Jun 2009 - Dec 2010
    Athens, Greece
    - Re-organisation of the MedWet Secretariat- Organization of MedWet/Com10 in Corsica (adoption of the MedWet Strategic Vision and Work plan).- Cooperation with Corsica and development of Environmental Education material for young students (Role Playing Game). Pilot educational activities in Corsica and Greece (Aigina travel study and workshop) and replication of the RPG in Morocco. - Dialogue on Water Governance in the MENA region: contribution to the conclusions and dissemination of experiences.
  • The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)
    Policy Advisor
    The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet) Oct 2001 - May 2009
    Athens, Greece
    - Policy formulation, fund raising and strategic assistance to MedWet projects. - Facilitation MedWet networking and international cooperation.- Coordination of the MedWet/InWEnt Local Dialogues on Water, Agriculture and Wetlands interaction in Mnasra sub-basin (Morocco), Korba Lagoons (Tunisia) and AlAzraq Oasis (Jordan).- Implementation of participatory consultations with involved stakeholders in each case study site, aiming to define local strategies of conservation and adapted development.- Production of a film on the Mnasra Water Dialogue presented at the National Workshop of Kenitra and Ramsar COP9 (Conference of the Parties) at Changwon, Korea.- Formulation, fund raising and implementation of project activities under the LIFE3 EU funded project: North African wetlands (Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia).- Coordination of the management plans elaboration (Reghaia, Algeria, Merja Zerga, Morocco and Sebkha Kelbia, Tunisia) and assistance to the Environmental Education Centre of Reghaia.- Conceptualisation, definition of institutional support and facilitation of the North African Wetlands Network.
  • Unchs-Habitat/ Unep-Map, Odysse Leader Project
    Free Lance Consultant
    Unchs-Habitat/ Unep-Map, Odysse Leader Project 1999 - 2001
    Lome, Togo/ Athens, Greece / Tunis, Tunisia
    - Assistance to the Government of Togo for its national shelter strategy formulation.- Odyssey Action Plan on tourism and culture in Tunisia- Evaluation of UNEP-MAP non-governmental partnership.
  • The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)
    Leader Of The Medwet Socio-Economic Sector
    The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet) 1996 - 1999
    Greece, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Albania And Croatia
    - Coordination of the socio-economic activities under Project MedWet2. - Definition of methodology and coordination of five teams of Consultants in the 5 countries- Publication of a synthesis report “ Mediterranean wetlands socio-economic aspects”b (5000 copies in English, French and Arabic).
  • United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat)
    Chief Technical Advisor
    United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat) 1993 - 1996
    Athens, Greece/ Kigali, Rwanda / Kinshasa, Drcongo
    - Sustainability in coastal zones, the impact of tourism on the societies of Morocco and Tunisia. European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions - Emergency program for provision of sites and services in urban centers.in Rwanda- Technical supervision of UNCHS projects in Kinshasa (drainage of the river Kalamu, waste treatment program, road rehabilitation, central market sanitation).
  • United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat)
    Chief Technical Advisor
    United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat) 1991 - 1993
    Bamako, Mali
    - Technical assistance to the Government of Mali: National shelter strategy formulation.- Consultation with all stakeholders involved in the shelter strategy: analysis of national needs and participatory elaboration of shelter indicators.- Organization of 2 national workshops.
  • United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat)
    International Consultant
    United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat) 1990 - 1991
    Athens, Greece / Burkina Faso / Nairobi, Kenya
    - Word Food Program. Appraisal mission: implementation of rural infrastructures in Burkina Faso. - Production of a film on urban management in Burkina Faso. Presented at the International Habitat Conference in Harare, April 1991
  • United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat)
    Chief Technical Advisor (Unv)
    United Nations Centre For Human Settlements (Unchs-Habitat) 1986 - 1990
    Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
    - Urban planning guidelines for the municipalities of Yako and Koupela.- Development of urban strategic options, action plans and analytic tools tailored for local authorities- Production of educational material (video films and workshop training sheets).- Publication of a manual of urban management for medium sized cities’ decision makers.
  • Bureau National Des Constructions Rurales (Bncr)
    Consultant
    Bureau National Des Constructions Rurales (Bncr) 1985 - 1986
    Algiers, Algeria
    - Appraisal of existing rural construction, infrastructure and equipment in the regions of Kabylie. - Production of audiovisual material on traditional architecture in South Algeria,
  • Centre National D’Etudes Et De Recherches En Urbanisme (Cneru)
    Architect-Town Planner
    Centre National D’Etudes Et De Recherches En Urbanisme (Cneru) 1981 - 1985
    Adrar, Algeria
    - Supervision of a multidisciplinary team of national experts, in charge of the Urban Plans of Charouine, Tsabit, Zaouiet Kounta et Tamentit, Southern Algeria. - Rehabilitation studies of the historical center of Ksar Tamentit. - Architectural assistance to self-constructed sites and services programs.
  • Caisse Algérienne D’Aménagement Du Territoire (Cadat)
    Architect
    Caisse Algérienne D’Aménagement Du Territoire (Cadat) 1979 - 1981
    Adrar, Algeria (Southern Algeria)
    - Contribution to the general methodology of land use planning for the Wilaya of Adrar, - Conception of locally-adapted and low-cost Saharan architectural housing programs. - Production and dissemination of a catalog of housing models & self-construction guidelines. - Passive climatic control research and urban implementation in Ksar Tamentit.
  • Ministry Of Culture And Historical Monuments. Algiers, Algeria.
    Architect
    Ministry Of Culture And Historical Monuments. Algiers, Algeria. 1978 - 1979
    Algiers, Tipaza, Timgad And El Oued (Algeria)
    - Restoration study for the Beni Hammad Fortress of Bejaia. - Review of the restoration program of the Punic Pyramid of Medracen.- Feasibility study for the conservation of the Palais du Dey, Algiers.- Preparatory studies and architecture plans for the Museums of Tazoult, Timgad and El-Oued, .

Benessaiah Nejib Skills

Water Resource Management Non Governmental Organizations Rural Development Environmental Impact Assessment Strategic Planning Environmental Management Systems International Development Environmental Policy Sustainability Natural Resource Management Nonprofits Policy Climate Change Environmental Awareness Environmental Science Capacity Building Project Planning Conservation Issues Ngos Project Management Ecology Research Environmental Education Water Sustainable Development

Benessaiah Nejib Education Details

  • Ecole D'Architecture Et D'Urbanisme Du Languedoc-Roussillon
    Ecole D'Architecture Et D'Urbanisme Du Languedoc-Roussillon
    Architecte Dipômé Par Le Gouvernement (D.P.L.G)
  • Unité Pédagogique No5 D'Architecture Et D'Urbanisme, Paris; France
    Unité Pédagogique No5 D'Architecture Et D'Urbanisme, Paris; France
    Certificat De 1Er Cycle Architecture Et Urbanisme

Frequently Asked Questions about Benessaiah Nejib

What company does Benessaiah Nejib work for?

Benessaiah Nejib works for The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Medwet)

What is Benessaiah Nejib's role at the current company?

Benessaiah Nejib's current role is Senior Advisor at MedWet.

What schools did Benessaiah Nejib attend?

Benessaiah Nejib attended Ecole D'architecture Et D'urbanisme Du Languedoc-Roussillon, Unité Pédagogique No5 D'architecture Et D'urbanisme, Paris; France.

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Benessaiah Nejib has skills like Water Resource Management, Non Governmental Organizations, Rural Development, Environmental Impact Assessment, Strategic Planning, Environmental Management Systems, International Development, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Nonprofits, Policy.

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