Experts

I'm a researcher and I hold a PhD (2014) in international relations from the University of Leeds and two master’s degrees in political economy (2008) and international studies (2009) from the University of Sydney. I published widely about Lebanese and regional politics. My publications involve the publication of a book titled 'Democracy in Lebanon: Political Parties and the Struggle for Power since Syrian withdrawal' (I.B. Tauris, 2016, paperback edition 2019). It is based on more than 22 interviews conducted by the author.
I have also several academic and non-academic publications. I...

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I am a senior financial and institutional consultant with over 30 years of experience supporting NGOs and private-sector organizations across Lebanon and the MENA region. I specialize in developing and training financial, procurement, and governance systems that enable evidence-based decision-making, accountability, and performance monitoring. My work integrates advanced business analytics to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and organizational resilience.
مستشار مالي ومؤسسي رفيع يتمتّع بخبرة تفوق ثلاثين عاماً في دعم المنظمات غير الحكومية والقطاع الخاص في لبنان والمنطقة العربية...

Am Hussein Taleb an experienced accountant with comprehensive experience in accounting, financial management, and auditing across NGO, corporate, and professional services sectors, I have built a reputation for precision, integrity, and strategic insight. My background combines strong technical expertise with the ability to streamline financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and support informed business decisions that drive long-term growth and compliance

Mr. Ahmed Abdelwahab is a senior banking executive and MSME advisor with 25 years of experience in MSME sector development and 15 years of experience in regulated financial institutions.
Mr. Abdelwahab has solid track record of working with commercial and Islamic banks, including National Bank for Development (NBD) and Abou Dhabi Islamic...

I am a humanitarian and human rights specialist with 19 years of field experience across Lebanon, Iraq, Tunisia, and Zambia. Holding an MSc in Law with a focus on child protection and international humanitarian legal frameworks, I have built my career at UNHCR, UNOPS, IRC, and NRC, working across refugee, displacement, and mixed-movement contexts in both camp and urban settings.
My core expertise spans community-based protection, child protection, GBV, housing/land/property, legal documentation, and civil registration, with sustained engagement across the humanitarian-development nexus. I have...

MTFinancials was launched in February 2015 by Maya Trad, a certified Financial Consultant under the registered number 18930 with the institute of Financial Consultants (IFC), with more than 15 years of experience in accounting, analytical skills, financial and operational management, budgeting and cash flow management. Maya has started up MTFinancials after gaining a solid experience while working as a Finance Manager with several companies from different sectors such as industrial manufacturing, governmental agencies and private companies.
The aim of MTFinancials is to provide support and...

Nadeem Khaddaj is a seasoned non-profit executive and university lecturer with over 22 years of extensive experience in NGO management, organizational development, and capacity strengthening. He has a distinguished track record in humanitarian governance, strategic planning, support services (finance, HR, administration, IT, and logistics), grant compliance, and risk management.

Currently serving as the Country Director of Asmae – Association Soeur Emmanuelle in Lebanon, Nadeem has successfully expanded program portfolios, strengthened institutional frameworks, and built strategic...

A finance & accounting expert with more than 15 years of working experience.

I am a CPA with over seven years cumulative experience in financial management, donor compliance, and accounting leadership in international NGO sectors. My approach is not purely technical expertise but also one that is driven by personal purpose.

I hold a BBA in Accounting Information Systems and an MBA in Management and Accounting both with First Class Honors. These foundations for education provided me with the determination to take up complex assignments, resulting in my current designation as Finance and Accounting Coordinator of the International Network for Aid Relief and Assistance...

I am a gender and social inclusion expert with more than 20 years of experience working at the intersection of policy, research, and community development in Palestine. My work focuses on women’s political and economic empowerment, inclusive governance, and capacity building for civil society and local institutions.

I design and lead programs that strengthen women’s participation in decision-making, promote gender-responsive policies, and foster inclusive and accountable governance. Drawing on my background in feminist research, conflict resolution, and strategic planning, I collaborate with...