profile-img

Eman Issac Besada

Program Director & Operations Director at UELDP

Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • Program Director & Operations DirectorFull Time

    UELDP

    Oct 2016 - Present -8 yrs, 10 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details: Responsible for overall supervision and management of the PCO in its location in Cairo, and for working with the heads of the LIUs in Sohag and Qena to ensure the overall effective implementation of the UELDP Program;  Overall Program management (liaison, coordination, briefing, forward planning);  Ensuring effective operation of the Steering Committee (SC) through organizing its periodic meetings, timely reporting to and follow-up on SC decisions;  Developing systems and procedures, where required, and provide guidance to governorates on procurement, ethics and anti-corruption, environmental and social management system, financial management and reporting and monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems;  Ensuring proper development and implementation of the Governorates’ respective Annual Capacity Building Plans;  Recruiting and Interfacing with the Independent Verification Consultants (IVA), Technical Quality Auditors, Performance Assessment Consultants and the external Financial Auditors;  Recruiting and interfacing with the Implementation Support Consultants who provide both pre-planned and on-demand support to the LIUs;  Development, publication, dissemination, training, updating of the Program Operations Manual;  Monitoring and reporting on implementing agencies’ compliance with the POM;  Facilitating the conclusion of the Participation Agreements (MOU) between each of the two governorates and the relevant ministries responsible for public services and utilities in the two governorates;  Consolidation of (6-monthly) Program Reports and financial reports and other reporting requirements as requested by the SC;  Supervision of PCO office administration in Cairo, including recruitment of staff, hire of premises, authorization of expenditures and signature of contracts within the overall budget assigned to the PCO under the UELDP and within the delegated financial thresholds decided by MTI;  Any other related tasks assigned by the Steering Committee.
  • Director Projects ManagementFull Time

    Architecture and Planning Group Consultant, Arabtec

    Jan 2014 - Sep 2015 -1 yr, 8 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:TECHNICAL SKILLS Reporting directly to the resident Managing Director, this is a role for an ambitious candidate who can take control & responsibility for running a construction business. The employer regards Kigali as a safe location for expats to work on a single, married or family status without concern. Technical Director Duties – Construction Site Support to the contract managers in solving technical issues Make sure monthly production targets are reached Make sure the safety on site is properly organized and efficient Supervision and checking of the orders and subcontract offers against budget but also in terms of quality Technical Director Duties – Head Office / Strategic To supervise project planning and execution To monitor and progressively improve the expected profit margin for the company Be responsible for the logistical organization of the company Be responsible for the technical organization of the head office (mechanical department, concrete and blocs production department, transport department, plant (dispatch to the various sites), quarry department, stock department) Provide advice and leadership on plant & equipment procurement/purchase Manage and train the technical team (head office and site based) Take an active part in the business development function to win New work & clients Active participation in the search for cost savings relating to operational overheads & implement solutions to improve company productivity Supervision of the tender department (quotations) & work closely with the engineer in charge of tenders & pre-contract operations, offering advice & guidance & approving all tenders before submission. Supervision of new property development projects from study stage (cost, architectural, environmental etc.) to the execution & completion on site. Experience researching, designing, writing, and producing business proposals, presentations, and other collateral - Knowledge of the business development proposal process (RFP/RFQ) is a must - Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously - Ability to work directly with the firm’s senior leaders - Ability to manage multiple marketing efforts simultaneously, with constant attention to detail - Strong proficiency and experience in drafting of communication Professional Affiliations Member of Project Management since 2006 and Design since 1990 materials including press releases, design fact sheets, website content, email newsletters, social media outreach and reports, press materials,Web copy, byline articles, white papers, project case studies, and blog postings. - Interview APG thought-leaders and clients for various communications purposes. - Develop a broad spectrum of media contacts and present media - Interview APG thought-leaders and clients for various communications purposes. - Develop a broad spectrum of media contacts and present media opportunities that support Branding objectives. - Maintain comprehensive understanding of relevant news and trends within the industry. - Support the Regional BD Director and broader BD team across the firm in other regions. Essential Skills - Exceptional attention to detail. - Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills - Ability to work under pressure and interact with staff at all levels. - Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently. - Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tight deadlines. - Strong time management and coordination skills. - Ability to problem solves and presents viable solutions and recommendations. - Excellent verbal and written communication, storytelling skills. - Professional demeanor and a flexible, proactive team player. Proficiency with Adobe in Design and Microsoft Office software - Photoshop, and Illustrator skills are a plus, - Photography skills are preferable, - Knowledge of CRM interfaces an asset
  • Director Projects ManagementFull Time

    ORASCOM

    Jan 2000 - Dec 2013 -13 yrs, 11 months

    Egypt , Aswan

    • Job Details:Reporting directly to the resident Managing Director, this is a role for an ambitious candidate who can take control & responsibility for running a construction business. The employer regards Kigali as a safe location for expats to work on a single, married or family status without concern. Technical Director Duties – Construction Site Support to the contract managers in solving technical issues Make sure monthly production targets are reached Make sure the safety on site is properly organized and efficient Supervision and checking of the orders and subcontract offers against budget but also in terms of quality Technical Director Duties – Head Office / Strategic To supervise project planning and execution To monitor and progressively improve the expected profit margin for the company Be responsible for the logistical organization of the company Be responsible for the technical organization of the head office (mechanical department, concrete and blocs production department, transport department, plant (dispatch to the various sites), quarry department, stock department) Provide advice and leadership on plant & equipment procurement/purchase Manage and train the technical team (head office and site based) Take an active part in the business development function to win New work & clients Active participation in the search for cost savings relating to operational overheads & implement solutions to improve company productivity Supervision of the tender department (quotations) & work closely with the engineer in charge of tenders & pre-contract operations, offering advice & guidance & approving all tenders before submission. Supervision of new property development projects from study stage (cost, architectural, environmental etc.) to the execution & completion on site. Experience researching, designing, writing, and producing business proposals, presentations, and other collateral - Knowledge of the business development proposal process (RFP/RFQ) is a must - Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously - Ability to work directly with the firm’s senior leaders - Ability to manage multiple marketing efforts simultaneously, with constant attention to detail - Strong proficiency and experience in drafting of communication Professional Affiliations Member of Project Management since 2006 and Design since 1990 materials including press releases, design fact sheets, website content, email newsletters, social media outreach and reports, press materials,Web copy, byline articles, white papers, project case studies, and blog postings. - Interview APG thought-leaders and clients for various communications purposes. - Develop a broad spectrum of media contacts and present media opportunities that support Branding objectives. - Maintain comprehensive understanding of relevant news and trends within the industry. - Support the Regional BD Director and broader BD team across the firm in other regions. Essential Skills - Exceptional attention to detail. - Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills - Ability to work under pressure and interact with staff at all levels. - Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently. - Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tight deadlines. - Strong time management and coordination skills. - Ability to problem solves and presents viable solutions and recommendations. - Excellent verbal and written communication, storytelling skills. - Professional demeanor and a flexible, proactive team player. Proficiency with Adobe in Design and Microsoft Office software - Photoshop, and Illustrator skills are a plus, - Photography skills are preferable, - Knowledge of CRM interfaces an asset
  • Projects ManagerFull Time

    Technical and Financial Manager (DANIDA) - DANGROUP

    Sep 1991 - Dec 1999 -8 yrs, 3 months

    Egypt , Aswan

    • Job Details:Reporting directly to the resident Managing Director, this is a role for an ambitious candidate who can take control & responsibility for running a construction business. The employer regards Kigali as a safe location for expats to work on a single, married or family status without concern. Technical Director Duties – Construction Site Support to the contract managers in solving technical issues Make sure monthly production targets are reached Make sure the safety on site is properly organized and efficient Supervision and checking of the orders and subcontract offers against budget but also in terms of quality Technical Director Duties – Head Office / Strategic To supervise project planning and execution To monitor and progressively improve the expected profit margin for the company Be responsible for the logistical organization of the company Be responsible for the technical organization of the head office (mechanical department, concrete and blocs production department, transport department, plant (dispatch to the various sites), quarry department, stock department) Provide advice and leadership on plant & equipment procurement/purchase Manage and train the technical team (head office and site based) Take an active part in the business development function to win New work & clients Active participation in the search for cost savings relating to operational overheads & implement solutions to improve company productivity Supervision of the tender department (quotations) & work closely with the engineer in charge of tenders & pre-contract operations, offering advice & guidance & approving all tenders before submission. Supervision of new property development projects from study stage (cost, architectural, environmental etc.) to the execution & completion on site. Experience researching, designing, writing, and producing business proposals, presentations, and other collateral - Knowledge of the business development proposal process (RFP/RFQ) is a must - Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously - Ability to work directly with the firm’s senior leaders - Ability to manage multiple marketing efforts simultaneously, with constant attention to detail - Strong proficiency and experience in drafting of communication Professional Affiliations Member of Project Management since 2006 and Design since 1990 materials including press releases, design fact sheets, website content, email newsletters, social media outreach and reports, press materials,Web copy, byline articles, white papers, project case studies, and blog postings. - Interview APG thought-leaders and clients for various communications purposes. - Develop a broad spectrum of media contacts and present media opportunities that support Branding objectives. - Maintain comprehensive understanding of relevant news and trends within the industry. - Support the Regional BD Director and broader BD team across the firm in other regions. Essential Skills - Exceptional attention to detail. - Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills - Ability to work under pressure and interact with staff at all levels. - Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently. - Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tight deadlines. - Strong time management and coordination skills. - Ability to problem solves and presents viable solutions and recommendations. - Excellent verbal and written communication, storytelling skills. - Professional demeanor and a flexible, proactive team player. Proficiency with Adobe in Design and Microsoft Office software - Photoshop, and Illustrator skills are a plus, - Photography skills are preferable, - Knowledge of CRM interfaces an asset
  • Education

    • PHD in Planning

      University south of California

      Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 - 3 yr

    • BA in Project development, Business Development

      Facult of Applied of Art

      Jan 1985 - Jan 1990 - 5 yr

    Activities

    • Technical Director Advisor at Chain of Hope

      Volunteering

      Feb 2002 - Jun 2010 -8 yrs, 4 months

    Achievements

    Program Director , world bank program 1 billion dollars Operation Director , world bank program 1 billion dollars Projects Director 20 years, technical, procurement, financial and administration

    Skills

    View More

    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

      Fluent

    Training & Certifications

    • CIPS

      Chartered Institute of Procurement and Management·2015
    • AAFM

      American Academy Financial Management·2009
    • PMA

      2009
    • PMI

      2008
    • PMP

      2007
    • Project Management

      Vergitech·2006
    Share this Profile