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Joseph Hatem is a Area Manager Bekaa, Sustainable Agricultural Dev. to Diversify and Export Regionally (SADDER) and Dutch at Rene Moawad Foundation (RMF). He possess expertise in purchasing, value chain analysis, coordination, training and development, grants and 19 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "Joseph was our lead business advisor under the Lebanon Business Linkages Initiative (LBLI) USAID-funded project. He is super dynamic, very great to work with and is a hard worker. He was key to linking markets and agribusinesses to rural farmers including daily follow and contact along with site visits. Additionally, he led not only our access to finance work but also an initiative to introduce innovative crop insurance products in Lebanon. He was our main liaison with banks and developed access to finance tools for farmers. I highly reccomend him for a vareity of posistions given his extensive background and tremendous work." and "Joseph proved to be an tremendous asset to the Lebanon Business Linkages Initiative in terms of his ability to accomplish specific objectives in the face of challenges. If there was information that needed to be obtained, project tasks completed or people to establish strategic contact with, Joseph was our "Go To" man. He is a task master who knows how to be creative when necessary - when obstacles are met, Josph finds a way to work around them. Joseph is also a quick learner. When dealing with more technical aspects of the program, Joseph did the necessary research to gain a level of understanding and knowledge to deal with subject matter experts and technical information in a professional manner. I characterize Joseph as one of the most loyal and dependable people I have ever managed. I would certainly hire him in a second on any project in the world I manage. He simply gets things done without a lot of nonsense or unecessary discussion. Hire this guy! Steve Orr USAID Senior Investment Advisor"
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Area Manager Bekaa, Sustainable Agricultural Dev. To Diversify And Export Regionally (Sadder) And DutchRene Moawad Foundation (Rmf)Lebanon -
Area Manager Bekaa, Sustainable Agricultural Dev. To Diversify And Export Regionally (Sadder)/DutchRene Moawad Foundation (Rmf) Aug 2023 - PresentBeqaa Governorate, Lebanon
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Bekaa Senior Area Coordinator, Strengthening Agricultural Exports/DutchRene Moawad Foundation Oct 2019 - Jul 2023Beqaa, Lebanon• Managed the implementation of different activities, mainly:o Technical assistance on agricultural practices and new technologies through a range of One to One (OtO) sessions/field visits to farmers.o Implementation of the GGAP & GRASP Certification programs to 110 farmers (Option2 & Option1)o Upgrading and establishing the co-financed 3 Post Harvest Unites (PHUs) in the Bekaa, 1 in Arsal, 1 in Wadi El Arayesh and 1 in Howsh Sneid.• Facilitated linkages, between cherry orchards’ owners, Grape Vineyards’ owners and different aggregators/exporters, which increased farmers’ income and growing cherry and Grape sales, through exporting, mainly to the Gulf Coast Countries (GCC) and some the Southeast Asian markets. • Managed six staff members, the operation and the technical activities, for the RMF project’s field office in Bekaa.
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Value Chain Manager, Lebanon Industry Value Chain Development (Livcd), Usaid/LebanonDai Oct 2017 - Dec 2018•Revived the cherry value chain, increasing the number of cherry trees planted and maintained properly. Introduced the sorting, pre-cooling, and cooling technology of the cherries, to 211 cherry farmers and stake holders. Increased the number of established cherry orchards, which positively impacted 803 jobs.•Managed the monthly technical inputs of LIVCD and the farm owners for 12 established cherry demonstration plots in Mount-Lebanon, Bekaa and North Lebanon.•Technically led implementation of two grants, in Bekaa and Mount Lebanon, totaling $225, 085.•Organized and oversaw technical assistance on agricultural practices and technologies through a range of intensive training sessions for 1, 325 farmers.•Facilitated link between cherry orchard owners, aggregators, and exporters to increase cherry farmers’ income through growing cherry sales domestically and Gulf Coast Countries. •Prepared the cherry value chain inputs for required reports submitted to USAID, including monthly, quarterly, annually, and final.•Conducted baseline and result interviews with farmers in Bekaa Region.•Managed operations and technical delivery for the LIVCD field office in Zahle-Bekaa, six staff members, including office operation, finance, procurement, and travel.
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Grants Manager,Building Alliances For Local Advancement, Development And Investment – Capacity BuildManagement Systems International-A Tetra Tech Company Apr 2016 - Sep 2017Usaid/Lebanon•Managed 17 Grants, totaling $2,000,000.00•Worked closely with the Senior Finance and Grants Specialist, and the Finance Manager.•Ensured full compliance with the policies, practices and procedures relating to all aspects of grants discussed in the Grants Manual (as per USAID rules and regulation). •Provided day-to-day management of the grants process, including the design and distribution of grant solicitations, review and selection of grantees, issuance of grant awards and agreements, implementation of the grant activities, and close-out of awards.•Coordinated the Grant Evaluation Committee (GEC) meetings, and participated in the negotiations with the potential grantees.•Analyzed the grantee budget applications, managed the budget during the execution of the grant and ensured feasibility, consistency, allocable costs, and compliance.•Maintained close coordination with grantees during the execution of the grants, and coordinated with the field Specialists, to track milestones, compliance, timelines and deliverables.•Maintained the grants tracking database for accurate reporting and documentation by grantees to ensure achievements of grant and program results.•Ensured that program staff and grantees adhered to the relevant USAID and MSI grant and subcontract policies.
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Sr. Value Chain Coordinator, Lebanon Industry Value Chain Development (Livcd), Usaid/LebanonDai Sep 2013 - Apr 2016•Managed the construction and the implementation of the two apple-trellis demonstration plots in Bekaa (Zahle, Aynata and Kherbet Kanafar-West Bekaa).•Worked on the preparation of establishing 12 Cherry demonstration plots in Bekaa, Mount Lebanon and North Lebanon.•Organized a Cherry work shop for 90 farmers who attended the event with the presence of USAID representative. •Organized and coordinated a training work shop conducted by an international expert (through F2Fprogram) for input suppliers, nursery owners and lead farmers. •Worked closely with the experts and organized a total of 125 training sessions on the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). Introduced new crop varieties, training systems and new root stocks to 600 Cherry and Apple farmers. •Supported and assisted farmers in preparing all required applications, grants documents, and business plans for LIVCD.•Worked closely with LIVCD VC specialists, key private sector actors, and TVET’s, to improve the integration of youth and gender in the processed foods and the rural tourism.•Promoted from Value Chain Coordinator. -
Owner And ManagerSidewalk Cafe - Hammana, Lebanon May 1993 - Sep 2013
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Grants/Procurement Mgr.,Developing Hydroponics To Access International Markets (Dhaim),Usaid/LebanonAcdi/Voca Mar 2013 - Aug 2013Responsible for day-to-day management of grants, and procurement activities for the USAID/Lebanon DHAIM program focused on improving incomes for greenhouse horticulture producers across Lebanon. -
Grants Manager, Developing Hydroponics To Access International Markets (Dhaim),Usaid/LebanonAcdi/Voca Feb 2012 - Feb 2013•Managed the grant component (19 Grants, totaling $500,000.00) associated with equipment and material provided to greenhouse producers (verification, specification, procurement, disbursement, etc.)•Managed the disbursement of grants to greenhouses beneficiaries according to USAID policies and procedures•Coordinated the grantee selection process (establishing selection committees, defining selection criteria, developing process documentation templates, etc.)•Drafted the initial grant agreement using provided templates, in partnership with the proposed grantee•Trained ACDIVOCA and partners staff members on all logistics and issues related to grant implementation, disbursement process, BDS, Production, Capacity Building and M&E.•Maintained communication with the grantees, provided clarifications, guidance, coaching and communicated the beneficiary’s interest and needs to other team members.•Reviewed the field documentation relative to the reimbursement process for the grants to ensure that the financial information provided is accurate, complete, verifiable, and reliable. •Worked closely with the procurement and finance managers on the processing and procedures for the purchase orders, requisition forms and other accounting and payment collection papers. •Conducted procurement in full compliance with USAID and ACDI/VOCA regulations: drafted RFQs/RFPs for review by ACDI/VOCA’s home office when needed, identified potential suppliers, verified their eligibility, supervised the bid analysis process, coordinated with the home-office contracts department for the drafting of a purchase order or service contract, maintaining adequate documentation at all stages•Managed the two drivers, including authorizing and securing their field trips.•Was appointed to ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises.
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Senior Business Advisor, Lebanon Business Linkages Initiative (Lbli), Usaid/LebanonAcdi/Voca Nov 2009 - Dec 2011•Assisted in driving the implementation of the agri-business sector strategy to: 1) Increase linkages between farmers and processors. 2) Assist 15 farmers and 2 processors to obtain financing through banks programs. 3) Determined the obstacles in the value chain that are hindering linkages in the value chain and proposed solutions to these obstacles.•Established close relation through organizing formal and informal sessions between bank level staff and farmers to help resolving farmers constrains.•Facilitated linkages between banks/MFIs, processors farmers; And Assisted farmers in obtaining Kafalat loans.•Developed, for the project, a “Farmer’s Guide to Apply and Obtain a Kafalat Bank Loan”.•Organized and coordinated a round table conference to help establishing “Agro insurance” in Lebanon. •Managed and coordinated training and technical assistance to be delivered to beneficiaries by technical experts and volunteers•Worked closely with local and international volunteers and STTAs.•Organized and planed schedule visits for expert volunteers to work with farmers.•Built the capacity of the project’s partners to improve and strengthen linkages with local farmers.•Worked with project staff to create a value chain map for different Lebanese processors. •Determined the constraints found on both sides; processors and farmers, and worked to resolve these constraints that led to: 1) A significant increase in sourcing from local farmers replacing imported goods. 2) Allowing the closure of 500 linked farmers to processors/ byers establishing long term commercial relations.•Acted as a liaison between producers/farmers and processors.•Assisted in regaining the trust which was lost between farmers and processors.•Succeeded in introducing farmers to new crop varieties that processors needed, which led to reduce imports. •Promoted from Business Advisor
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Purchasing ManagerHarb Trading May 2009 - Nov 2009Sid El Bouchrieh – Beirut – Lebanon•Coordinated with the sales manager and planned purchases for the year.•Managed the warehouse inventory and ensure that all purchased items are accounted for.•Was responsible of all shipping and clearance procedures by arranging all customs clearance, freight handling and the timely clearance of all goods.•Coordinated with the financial manager in establishing, reviewing all Letters of Credit (LCs) and maintaining accounting records related to purchasing.•Managed the purchase orders and quotations requests according to company’s rules and regulations.•Reported to the CEO.
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Administration And Purchasing ManagerTanmia - Chicken Oct 2003 - Mar 2009•Managed the purchasing team of three, and ensured timely execution of purchase orders. Negotiated orders and contracts that acceded $1000.00.•Managed all the export/ import legal documentations and procedures, and handled Company’s banks’ L/Cs, L/Gs, and Promissory Notes.•Developed and formulated a minimum stock procedure which eliminated redundancy that led to the reduction of unnecessary items. •Ensured cost efficiency and expense reduction which saved $3,000,000.00/month.•Prepared the payable list of suppliers in coordination with the financial manager.•Managed the company's properties, contracts and agreements.•Trained employees on the company policy.•Managed the day-to-day operations of HR functions. Sourcing, screening, recruiting of new applicants.•Provided Administrative / purchasing advice and support to the 4 Company's sights.
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Administartion Manager-VolunteerHammana Health Center 2000 - 2003Hammana, Lebanon
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Product ManagerPrecision Connector Designs Inc 1985 - 1990Peabody, Ma. Usa
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What company does Joseph Hatem work for?
Joseph Hatem works for Rene Moawad Foundation (Rmf)
What is Joseph Hatem's role at the current company?
Joseph Hatem's current role is Area Manager Bekaa, Sustainable Agricultural Dev. to Diversify and Export Regionally (SADDER) and Dutch.
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Joseph Hatem has skills like Purchasing, Value Chain Analysis, Coordination, Training And Development, Grants, Communication Skills, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Strategy, International Development, Business Planning, Operations Management.
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Joseph Hatem's colleagues are Eliana Raffoul Eid, Sabine Chartouni, Zeina Saad Farah, Michel Moawad, Madona Nader, Sahar Al Abed, Rabih Tannous.
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