Firas Hammad Email & Phone Number

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Fundraising & Resource Development•Secure external funds and sponsorship for research, conferences, and training through outreaching and interactions with local industries and other potential sponsors.•Develop a list of prospective donors by identifying individuals and groups (foundations, corporations, government agencies, etc.) who have the capacity and propensity to give, in order to qualify prospective donors for further research and cultivation efforts.•Identify and analyze… Show more Fundraising & Resource Development•Secure external funds and sponsorship for research, conferences, and training through outreaching and interactions with local industries and other potential sponsors.•Develop a list of prospective donors by identifying individuals and groups (foundations, corporations, government agencies, etc.) who have the capacity and propensity to give, in order to qualify prospective donors for further research and cultivation efforts.•Identify and analyze list of current and prospective donors using characteristics such as demographics, interests, values, giving history, relationships, and linkages to the University, in order to select potential donors for particular projects and fundraising programs. •Liaise with VIP guests during major events and visits to campus by dignitaries from higher education, the diplomatic corps, research organizations, top tiers of private corporations, etc. Career Counseling•Develop a general knowledge and understanding of the related professions represented by programs in the University and maintain familiarity with the education, training and career opportunities and expectations.•Providing career development and job search counseling and outreach to students and alumni. •Conduct regular outreach efforts including presentations, in-class activities, and workshops on interpersonal skills for students to undertake in progression throughout their study.•Participate in employer development activities including employer visitations, and on-campus recruiting, and the development of full-time job and internship leads.•Work closely with other staff members in the planning and coordination of career outreach and programs such as job fairs, career programs, and employer panels which enhance students’ job seeking skills.•Provide career counseling, assessment, and coaching to undecided students about their career path, and helping them to explore the options in relation to their capabilities and skills. Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Developed the sourcing, in more than one geographical market-place, by identifying vendors that meet the end-user requirements. • Performed strategic short/long-term planning to ensure that projects obtain high quality material at competitive prices, and within the time frame required. • Performed strategic short/long-term planning to ensure that projects obtain high quality material at competitive prices, and within the time frame required. • Developed the sourcing… Show more • Developed the sourcing, in more than one geographical market-place, by identifying vendors that meet the end-user requirements. • Performed strategic short/long-term planning to ensure that projects obtain high quality material at competitive prices, and within the time frame required. • Performed strategic short/long-term planning to ensure that projects obtain high quality material at competitive prices, and within the time frame required. • Developed the sourcing, in more than one geographical market-place, by identifying vendors that meet the projects requirements. • Evaluated current suppliers in order to measure and monitor their performance to mitigate supply chain risks. • Developed and floated RFQ and issued PO for approved bids and supplier.• Applied Cost Benefit Analysis on submitted bids. • Forecasted levels of demand for materials to meet the projects need and kept a constant check on stock levels. • Established closer, more collaborative relationships with key suppliers.• Analyzed market and delivery trends so as to develop procurement processes and decisions to support strategy development purposes. • Developed procurement strategies based on changing market conditions. • Ensured administration procedure of procurement function and related support services are followed to gain efficient work outcomes. • Provided appropriate regular reporting information, written and in-person, to the concerned departments regarding procurement-related matters. • Ensured sufficient fund is available for procurement and use it to the extent possible throughout the budgetary period. • Reviewed commercial and technical terms and conditions.• Coordinated with Logistic Department on material delivery to end destination worldwide. • Maintained an updated supplier database that consist of reliable sources. Show less

• Supervised students’ work in labs and graded students’ lab assignments. • Contributed to planning and management of learning activities. • Discussed expected learning outcomes with faculty and set success criteria. • Established and promoted productive relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.• Provided regular and timely feedback to faculty on students’ performance, lab progress, behaviors, grades… Show more • Supervised students’ work in labs and graded students’ lab assignments. • Contributed to planning and management of learning activities. • Discussed expected learning outcomes with faculty and set success criteria. • Established and promoted productive relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.• Provided regular and timely feedback to faculty on students’ performance, lab progress, behaviors, grades, etc.• Motivated students to interact and work cooperatively with others to ensure all students are engaged on the set task.• Encouraged students to take responsibility for their own learning and promoting development of self-esteem.• Provided level of attention appropriate to student’s needs, modified teaching approach to ensure desired outcomes are achieved.• Maintained confidentiality at all times and ensured data/records protection. Show less

Master Of Science (Ms), Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering