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Heidi Salah

Cairo,Egypt

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in business strategy, executive coordination, and operational excellence. Demonstrates strong capabilities in financial planning, process optimization, and project management. Proven track record in stakeholder relations, corporate governance, and supplier negotiation. Adept at researching and implementing process improvements to drive organizational success. Career goal: to leverage extensive skills in a senior leadership role to enhance corporate performance and growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Business Support & Strategy Senior Manager

Kuwadico Real Estate Company
Cairo, Egypt
2018.11 - Current

Strategic and Executive Support

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the MD/CEO and all business departments, ensuring efficient communication, task follow-up, and progress tracking.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual business performance reports for the MD and the Board of Directors (BOD), including operational highlights, KPIs, and risk assessments.
  • Provide analytical insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and policy formulation.

Operational Excellence

  • Develop and implement business processes, policies, and procedures that promote transparency, accountability, and consistency across all departments.
  • Lead initiatives aimed at enhancing office workflow, streamlining communication, and ensuring timely completion of assignments.
  • Monitor key deliverables and ensure departmental commitments are met on schedule or ahead of deadlines.
  • Coordinate and document regular executive and cross-departmental meetings, ensuring all action items are followed through to completion.

Stakeholder & Tenant Relations

  • Oversee and review official correspondences with tenants, service providers, and stakeholders to maintain professionalism and operational efficiency.
  • Handling all tenant-related issues, contracts, and communications in alignment with company policies.
  • Overseeing and supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing and redeveloping the compound's commercial area.

Key Competencies

  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing abilities.
  • Analytical and detail-oriented mindset with strategic business acumen.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, executive environment.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential matters.

CEO Office Manager

Raya Trade
Cairo, Egypt
2017.12 - 2018.10
  • Managed the CEO's office operations, ensuring smooth coordination across departments and timely task completion.
  • Provided strategic and administrative support, including calendar, meetings, correspondence, and travel management.
  • Handled customer inquiries and complaints directed to the CEO, ensuring professional communication and resolution.
  • Developed operational policies, coordinated executive meetings and company events, and managed vendor contracts and travel services.
  • Recorded minutes of meetings and followed up on key action items to support decision-making and business continuity.

Operations Support, Marketing dpt.

Vodafone Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
2014.06 - 2017.11
  • Supported department heads across Pricing, CVM, Vodafone Cash, and Customer Insights divisions.
  • Coordinated scheduling, travel, and interdepartmental communication.
  • Managed departmental databases, organization charts, and headcount reporting.
  • Aligned with HR on hiring documentation and employee performance submissions.

M&A Associate & Business Administration

Orion Intercap Capital Group
Cairo, Egypt
2008.11 - 2009.04
  • Conducted financial modelling, valuation analysis, and comprehensive due diligence to support M&A activities and assess project viability.
  • Prepared persuasive client presentations and investment materials to inform and attract potential investors.
  • Assisted interested parties throughout the investment process, from initial evaluation to decision-making.
  • Coordinated meetings, tracked action items, and maintained organized documentation for smooth deal execution.
  • Provided fast, accurate market and strategic insights to support management and transaction decisions.

Financial Analyst

Siemens Ltd. Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
2002.06 - 2007.07
  • Performed financial analysis, including cash flow forecasting, profitability assessment, and variance analysis, to support business decisions.
  • Prepared monthly/quarterly financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for projects and business units.
  • Monitored receivables, payables, margins, and cost performance with project and commercial managers to meet financial targets.
  • Managed cost control, reconciled project accruals and intercompany accounts, and ensured accurate financial compliance.
  • Supported annual budget preparation, cost reports, and management presentations, collaborating with teams and subcontractors to align financial planning with operations.

Education

B.Sc. of Commerce, English Section - Accounting Department

Cairo University
Cairo, Cairo Governorate

Skills

  • Business Strategy
  • Executive Coordination
  • Operational Excellence
  • Financial Planning
  • Process Optimization
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Corporate Governance
  • Researching capability
  • Process improvement awareness
  • Supplier negotiation talent

Languages

Arabic
Proficient (C2)
English
Proficient (C2)

Certification

CMA level 1, IPA center 2007.

Mini MBA, Knowledge Academy in Cairo 2008.

Time management skills & problem solving, Siemens 2006.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Support & Strategy Senior Manager

Kuwadico Real Estate Company
2018.11 - Current

CEO Office Manager

Raya Trade
2017.12 - 2018.10

Operations Support, Marketing dpt.

Vodafone Egypt
2014.06 - 2017.11

M&A Associate & Business Administration

Orion Intercap Capital Group
2008.11 - 2009.04

Financial Analyst

Siemens Ltd. Egypt
2002.06 - 2007.07

B.Sc. of Commerce, English Section - Accounting Department

Cairo University
Heidi Salah