Mohamed Othman
Abdullah
Giza,GZ
Summary
A Senior Manager with a fundamental understanding of the strategic and operational aspects of large, geographically dispersed, complex organizations. Experienced in performance management, budgeting, and grants administration. Possess strong analytical skills, strategic mindset, and proven ability to lead teams effectively. Demonstrated financial acumen with problem-solving abilities, proven records of managing global initiatives related to organizational development. Over 18 years of experience in the development sector with various entities at different levels, including local NGOs and international organizations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Financial Sustainability Project Manager
Plan International Global Hub
2022.08 - Current
- Focus on efficiency and effectiveness across organization.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to track progress, discuss challenges, and share best practices.
- Enhanced operational effectiveness by establishing end to end project and grant management process based on best practices in consultation with key stakeholders.
- Initiated process improvements that led to increased efficiency in project and fund management, minimizing workload and maximizing fund usage.
- Presented business cases and recommendations to leadership team and FSP governance.
- Recommended specific financial indicators to help organization meet financial targets.
- Acted as liaison between Country Office, National Organizations and various internal departments, ensuring involvement of key stakeholders at various stages of FSP project cycle.
- Managed change among NOs and COs to achieve buy-in and cooperation and overcome resistance.
System Process Owner for Projects, Grants, and Supply Chain
Plan International Global Hub
4 2019 - 7 2022
- Analyze business needs and lead the design of ERP solutions.
- Coordinated efforts across departments during major process, ensuring involvement of key stakeholders.
- Designed innovative solutions to complex problems, enhancing overall system effectiveness.
- Improved efficiency and effectiveness of performance and management of processes across departments.
Country Finance Manager
Plan International Egypt
2015.06 - 2019.03
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Led the finance team to deliver timely and accurate month-end closings, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Streamlined budgeting processes by implementing efficient financial models and forecasting tools.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Led the cost recovery center of excellence in MESSA region to support countries in cost recovery related aspects
Grants Finance Officer
Plan International Egypt
2010.03 - 2015.05
- Managed Plan Egypt grants portfolio and led budget development for grant proposals.
- Streamlined financial processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in donor reporting.
- Monitored grant budgets and revenue trends, compiling reports for the country leadership team to inform decision-making.
- Reduced financial risk by implementing robust internal controls and regular audits.
- Managed a high-performing grant finance team, providing professional development opportunities to improve overall performance.
- Conducted thorough due diligence for potential partners to ensure seamless partnership.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
NGOs Financial Management Specialist
USAID, Pathfinder International
2008.07 - 2010.02
- Managed sub-grants to local NGOs and provided financial support.
- Handled payments and disbursements for partners.
- Implemented internal controls to mitigate risks associated with fraud or mismanagement of funds.
- Trained partners on financial topics and best practices.
Financial Analyst
Catholic Relive Services
2007.02 - 2008.06
- Managed financial aspects of USAID-funded projects and provided technical assistance.
- Performed complex financial and budget analyses to ensure alignment with donor requirements and justify requested funding.
- Played a key role in annual audits by preparing detailed schedules, supporting documentation, and assisting auditors throughout the process.
- Reviewed and analyzed project spending throughout project life cycle.
Office Accountant
Education Reform Program, USAID
2005.06 - 2007.01
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Optimized cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable and payable transactions.
- Prepared accurate monthly financial reports, ensuring timely delivery to key stakeholders.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Project Accountant
Estal Association for Community Development
2003.03 - 2004.11
- Managed daily financial operations for a USAID-funded project.
- Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely financial data analysis for informed decision-making processes.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Data Analytics
2023.10 - Current
Status: In progress
Completed modules:
Data Statistics
Data Mining
Marketing in Digital Era
Corporate Finance
Business Research
Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Accounting Science - undefined
1997.09 - 2002.05
Plan Certificate in Management -
2017.01 - 2018.05
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- TFT - Training for Finance Trainers
- Proposal Development training
- Solution Focused Coaching Follow up
- USG Cash Management training
- International Auditing Standards
Skills
Languages
Arabic
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Software
ERP (SAP and SAP BI), Salesforce (PMERL)
Interests
International business matters, Politics and Voluntary work
Timeline
Nile University - Master of Business Administration, Data Analytics
2023.10 - Current
Financial Sustainability Project Manager - Plan International Global Hub
2022.08 - Current
Plan Academy - PCIM Program Supported By Harvard University - Plan Certificate in Management,
2017.01 - 2018.05
Country Finance Manager - Plan International Egypt
2015.06 - 2019.03
Grants Finance Officer - Plan International Egypt
2010.03 - 2015.05
NGOs Financial Management Specialist - USAID, Pathfinder International
2008.07 - 2010.02
Financial Analyst - Catholic Relive Services
2007.02 - 2008.06
Office Accountant - Education Reform Program, USAID
2005.06 - 2007.01
Project Accountant - Estal Association for Community Development
2003.03 - 2004.11
Assiut University - Bachelor of Accounting Science,
1997.09 - 2002.05
System Process Owner for Projects, Grants, and Supply Chain - Plan International Global Hub
4 2019 - 7 2022
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