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I am a Strategic Senior Civil Engineer and WASH Expert with over 37 years of experience in infrastructure development, humanitarian aid, and post-conflict recovery across the Middle East. I transform complex field assessments into sustainable engineering solutions using advanced data analysis, GIS mapping, and environmental impact mitigation. I have a proven track record in managing multi-million-dollar projects funded by UNICEF, USAID, ECHO, and others, including $30M+ in WASH initiatives. I specialize in large-scale reconstruction, FIDIC contract claims management, and stakeholder coordination for resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene programs.
Experience Level
Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Work Experience
WASH Technical Advisor at Action Against Hunger - Spain (Gaza, Palestine)
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Provided strategic and technical guidance for large-scale WASH interventions, stormwater management, wastewater management, and sustainable water sanitation hygiene solutions in the West Bank and Gaza. Strengthened stakeholder collaboration and led coordination with local authorities, NGOs, and international organizations to deliver resilient WASH initiatives. Led development of technical methodologies for sustainable water and sanitation solutions and used advanced data analysis tools to monitor project KPIs and optimize resource allocation during emergency and recovery phases.
Founder/Partner – General Manager at ARKAN Palestine For Engineering Services
May 1, 2011 - October 1, 2023Founded and led a multidisciplinary engineering firm. Managed GIS surveys for CMWU (funded by GCC, IDB, ICRC), conducted Environmental Impact Assessments under PCID, and acted as a sub-consultant for road, sewer, and pumping station designs with tender documents. Oversaw design and supervision of multi-story residential buildings and served as Local Coordinator for PWEG on KfW-funded wastewater projects.
WASH Programme Manager at Action Against Hunger - Spain (Gaza, Palestine)
June 1, 2009 - December 1, 2024Directed planning and execution of strategic water and wastewater projects, stormwater management initiatives, and comprehensive WASH interventions. Conducted community needs assessments, prepared technical designs, and developed tender documents. Coordinated with local partners, authorities, WASH clusters, and international NGOs to ensure effective humanitarian aid delivery. Produced monthly progress reports and donor proposals.
Technical/Project Assistant at International Management Group - IMG
May 1, 2009 - June 1, 2009Assisted in conducting the UNDP Early Recovery Rapid Needs Assessment in the Gaza Strip after the 2009 war, supporting field data collection and reporting.
Civil Engineer at CARE International (Gaza)
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2009Conducted needs assessments and supervised infrastructure project implementations funded by ECHO and MOFA of Germany, contributing to rehabilitation and relief efforts in Gaza.
Technical Consultant at AA Consulting Engineers
January 1, 2007 - October 1, 2023Provided technical consultancy services including design and supervision for Dar Es Salaam Specialist Hospital, PCID-related road/sewer networks, and pumping stations with tender documents; prepared detailed shop drawings (e.g., Khalifa Port & Industrial Zone, UAE). Also contributed to EWAS designs and Afghanistan projects.
Technical Manager / Senior Structural Engineer at AA Consulting Engineers
January 1, 1994 - December 1, 2006Served as Technical Manager and Senior Structural Engineer, guiding donor-funded projects (e.g., Sida Northern Area WWTP, Zayed Housing). Led multidisciplinary teams through design, tendering, construction supervision, and commissioning of civil, structural, water, sewerage, and wastewater facilities.
Site Engineer at International Engineering Consultancy Office
June 1, 1992 - December 1, 1993Managed construction of multi-story buildings, including preparing structural and detailed drawings, site supervision, and coordination with contractors.
Site Engineer at Al-Fulaig United Group Company
July 1, 1989 - August 1, 1990Managed construction of a Jelly Filled Telephone Cable Factory, overseeing finishing works and site operations.
Site Engineer at Salem Al-Marzouk & Sabah Abi-Hanna - Consulting Engineers
January 1, 1988 - March 1, 1989Kuwait sewer renovation project; coordinated on-site activities, supervision, and quality control.
Site Engineer at International Link for General Trading & Contracting
June 1, 1987 - December 1, 1987Responsible for finishing works of 3 private villas; on-site coordination and execution.
WASH Technical Advisor at Action Against Hunger - Spain Gaza - Palestine
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Provided strategic and technical guidance for large-scale WASH interventions, stormwater management, wastewater management, and sustainable water sanitation hygiene solutions in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Strengthened stakeholder collaboration and led coordination with local authorities, NGOs, and international organizations to deliver resilient WASH initiatives. Led development of technical methodologies for sustainable water and sanitation solutions. Utilized advanced data analysis tools to monitor project KPIs and optimize resource allocation during emergency and recovery phases.
WASH Programme Manager at Action Against Hunger - Spain Gaza - Palestine
June 1, 2009 - December 1, 2024Directed planning and execution of strategic water and wastewater projects, stormwater management initiatives, and comprehensive WASH interventions. Conducted community needs assessments, prepared technical designs, and developed tender documents for sanitation and hygiene infrastructure. Managed and coordinated with local partners, authorities, WASH cluster, and international NGOs to ensure effective humanitarian aid delivery. Produced monthly progress reports, interim/final reports, concept notes, and funding proposals to support donor compliance.
Technical/Project Assistant at International Management Group -IMG
May 1, 2009 - June 1, 2009Assisted in conducting the UNDP Early Recovery Rapid Needs Assessment in the Gaza Strip after the 2009 War.
Civil Engineer at CARE International Gaza - Palestine
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2009Conducted needs assessments and supervised infrastructure project implementations funded by ECHO and MOFA of Germany.
Site Engineer at Al-Fulaig United Group Company Kuwait
July 1, 1989 - August 1, 1990Managed construction of a Jelly Filled Telephone Cable Factory.
Education
High Diploma in Civil Engineering (Projects Management) at Islamic University of Gaza
September 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014B.Sc. in Civil Engineering at Kuwait University
September 1, 1982 - July 1, 1987High Diploma in Civil Engineering (Projects Management) at Islamic University of Gaza
September 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014B.Sc. in Civil Engineering at Kuwait University
September 1, 1982 - July 1, 1987Qualifications
Data Analysis Diploma
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026Quality Assurance and Quality Control
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016KAP Survey Methodology
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Small-Scale Sanitation & Wastewater Re-use Techniques
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Project Cycle Management and Monitoring and Evaluation
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011WASH Cluster Promotion, Training of Trainers
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Operational Safety Management
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009Organization Design And Structure
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006Senior Experts And Managers in the Water Sector, Project Management And Planning
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Claims in International Construction Projects
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Structural Seismic Design
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Environmental Auditing For Industrial Facilities
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999Maintenance & Rehabilitation of Water Networks
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998Industrial Safety Course
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997Construction Management Course
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996Data Analysis Diploma
January 1, 2025 - February 10, 2026Quality Assurance and Quality Control
January 1, 2016 - February 10, 2026KAP Survey Methodology
January 1, 2012 - February 10, 2026Small-Scale Sanitation & Wastewater Re-use Techniques
January 1, 2012 - February 10, 2026Project Cycle Management and Monitoring and Evaluation
January 1, 2011 - February 10, 2026WASH Cluster Promotion, Training of Trainers
January 1, 2010 - February 10, 2026Operational Safety Management
January 1, 2009 - February 10, 2026Organization Design And Structure
January 1, 2006 - February 10, 2026Senior Experts And Managers in the Water Sector, Project Management And Planning
January 1, 2004 - February 10, 2026Claims in International Construction Projects
January 1, 2004 - February 10, 2026Structural Seismic Design
January 1, 2000 - February 10, 2026Environmental Auditing For Industrial Facilities
January 1, 1999 - February 10, 2026Environmental Impact Assessment
January 1, 1999 - February 10, 2026Maintenance & Rehabilitation of Water Networks
January 1, 1998 - February 10, 2026Industrial Safety Course
January 1, 1997 - February 10, 2026Construction Management Course
January 1, 1996 - February 10, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Government
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