- Leiden, Nederland
- 23 november 2025
Development and governance professional with 8+ years of experience working across local government, crisis response, and community engagement in fragile and conflict-affected contexts. Proven track record in leading multi-stakeholder coordination, evidence-based planning, and donor-funded interventions that empower municipalities, foster social cohesion, and promote sustainable development.
strong regional expertise in Lebanon and the MENA region, with deep experience in engaging municipal unions, civil society, refugee communities, and international donors. Adept at facilitating peacebuilding initiatives, supporting crisis management units, and leading advocacy and capacity-building programs with a focus on transparency, digital transformation, and youth inclusion.
Fluent in Arabic and English, with intermediate French. Holds certifications in Local Security Governance, Municipal Finance, and Policy-Making, with a practical and strategic approach to driving impact through inclusive local governance.
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Led coordination with 56 municipalities and 4 unions to strengthen local governance, crisis preparedness, and evidence-based planning.
Served as Deputy Project Manager and reporting focal point, facilitating donor engagement, securing over $600,000 in funding, and supporting sustainable infrastructure projects, including solar-powered water systems.
Built cross-sector partnerships, managed a municipal crisis unit during conflict, and led civic engagement and peacebuilding initiatives with youth, refugees, and local communities.
Formed and trained Syrian youth committees in active citizenship, proposal writing, municipal engagement, and advocacy.
Conducted conflict and tension analysis to ensure conflict-sensitive programming (Do No Harm).
Supported municipalities in COVID-19 response planning, volunteer recruitment, and reporting mechanisms.
Coordinated efforts to integrate Syrian refugees into local initiatives and improve municipal-refugee cooperation.
Rehabilitated neglected municipal spaces into community hubs managed by Syrian youth.
Facilitated structured dialogues addressing issues such as water access, waste management, and community inclusion.
Implemented a sustainable protection strategy in informal refugee camps by establishing committees, building local capacities, and conducting FGDs and multi-sectoral assessments to identify critical needs
and address service gaps.
Led emergency response efforts in North Lebanon during crises such as floods and fires, conducting rapid assessments, damage evaluations, and developing mitigation plans.
Coordinated the distribution of post-emergency relief items, collaborating with stakeholders to meet basic needs and support recovery.
Coordinated with municipalities on community projects, including bus stop rehabilitation, streetlight
maintenance, and power transformer installations.
Led the selection of community representatives and formation of groups in urban and rural areas,
ensuring inclusive representation and structured coordination.
Conducted training sessions and facilitated community meetings with service providers and local
authorities to enhance advocacy and service delivery.
Participated in the development of a cash-for-work recovery plan for Tripoli’s conflict-affected areas,
engaging former combatants in rehabilitating public spaces.
Monitored field activities and beneficiaries’ schedules, ensuring compliance, progress, and conflict
sensitive implementation.
● Managed team safety and security, navigating post-conflict dynamics while mitigating risks.
Tracked work progress, including material use, workdays, and project impact, optimizing efficiency.
Coordinated with key community leaders to prevent tensions and ensure smooth project execution.