Hi, I'm Christine Samuel. I'm a dynamic professional with 20+ years of experience in project management, cost control, contract management, business operations, process development, and executive admin support. I've worked across EMEA, North Africa, Australia and APAC, collaborating with clients and stakeholders from diverse cultures. I thrive on operational excellence and cross-cultural collaboration. I speak English, Arabic, and French, and I excel at turning complex programs into well-governed plans, with a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous development. I'm open to opportunities that leverage my mix of logistics, cost control, and executive support to drive successful outcomes.

Christine Samuel

Hi, I'm Christine Samuel. I'm a dynamic professional with 20+ years of experience in project management, cost control, contract management, business operations, process development, and executive admin support. I've worked across EMEA, North Africa, Australia and APAC, collaborating with clients and stakeholders from diverse cultures. I thrive on operational excellence and cross-cultural collaboration. I speak English, Arabic, and French, and I excel at turning complex programs into well-governed plans, with a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous development. I'm open to opportunities that leverage my mix of logistics, cost control, and executive support to drive successful outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Christine Samuel. I’m a dynamic professional with 20+ years of experience in project management, cost control, contract management, business operations, process development, and executive admin support. I’ve worked across EMEA, North Africa, Australia and APAC, collaborating with clients and stakeholders from diverse cultures. I thrive on operational excellence and cross-cultural collaboration.

I speak English, Arabic, and French, and I excel at turning complex programs into well-governed plans, with a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous development. I’m open to opportunities that leverage my mix of logistics, cost control, and executive support to drive successful outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Executive Assistant to SVP & CEO at SC Johnson
February 1, 2025 - Present
Managing a global SharePoint transformation project, providing executive and project support to the CEO and regional leadership; managing complex calendars and travel; creating purchase orders and expense reporting; coordinating global meetings, events and leadership offsites.
Project Controller & Contracts Consultant at Aurecon, Jacobs, MottMacDonald (JV)
April 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Detailed cost control reports (budget, forecast, variance analysis); management of client business financial reports for infrastructure projects; project plans, timelines, and resources allocation; quality checks for project performance and compliance with government regulations and company standards; procurement and invoicing; process improvement in contracts and supplier management; created detailed regional database and training process improving competencies.
Business Development & Operations Consultant at Verifone
May 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020
Supported regional sales and operations teams through performance reporting and client data analysis; conducted financial and customer reviews for new clients; process improvements: simplification & standardization of sales claims and customer data processes; event management for regional campaigns; managed Salesforce database.
Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President (Operations & Projects) at Worley
February 1, 2015 - May 31, 2019
Delivered complex budget reporting for global projects in energy and resources; supported project teams in cost tracking, contract compliance, and performance reporting; managed extensive travel and event coordination including webinars and conferences; supported client engagement and new product launch events; facilitated office relocation and created training content.
Project Coordinator at Worley
June 1, 2007 - February 28, 2015
Managed cost breakdown structures, tracked project performances, and invoices for multiple major projects; developed project databases for improved financial and resource oversight; tenders & proposals issuance; allocated resources and logistics to multiple concurrent projects.
Training Coordinator at Ericsson
April 1, 2005 - May 31, 2007
Training coordination across Egypt & Sudan; supported learning initiatives.
Administrative Assistant & Office Manager at SIEMENS
April 1, 2002 - April 30, 2005
Administrative support and office management in Egypt.
Personal Assistant to Regional CEO at Diners Club
June 1, 2001 - March 31, 2002
Provided high-level executive assistance to the regional CEO in Egypt.

Education

MBA at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor of Commerce at Tanta University
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001
MBA at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor of Commerce at Tanta University
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001

Qualifications

CAPM Certification (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
CAPM Certification (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
MBA
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics