Mohamed Soliman
Juviginac,Montpillier
Summary
With a proven track record at Caravanes Solidaires, I excel in innovation management and inspirational leadership. Spearheaded strategic partnerships and operational enhancements, driving substantial business growth. Skilled in corporate governance and adaptability, I thrive in dynamic environments, consistently delivering on performance metrics and organizational development. Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Caravanes Solidaires
03.2024 - Current
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating average three contract terms per week and handling conflicts.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress within 13 countries worldwide .
- Built productive relationships with industry average 50 partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Oversaw business-wide changes quarterly to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created more than twenty succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations and try to build the international link between France and our Thirteen countries .
- Oversaw divisional 2024-2025 marketing, advertising and new projects development.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance for average five million Euro .
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors every six months .
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities nationally and internationally .
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
Operational Manager
Caravanes Solidaires
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy with diversity of cultures .
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services for approximate ten containers shipped to emergency zones .
- Lead the emergency response projects specially war zones in the middle health and follow the UN and ICRC regulations .
- Define the operational condition , and identify the operational fifteen gaps
- Increase the donation 100% by streamlining operations.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures 20% by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial 10 personnel in france and 5 new staff abroad , working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Consultant of the Minister of Health and Population
Ministry Of Health And Population
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided technical consultancy to international organizations on execution of implementation of two plans in Republic of Yemen.
- Offered expertise in aligning the Ministry of Health and Population's health plans with the implementation strategies once a year of donor agencies and international organizations, while identifying humanitarian gaps.
- Advised on the preparation and evaluation of financial budgets for 150 million US Dollar health projects managed by World health organization .
- Delivered technical consultancy for Health Cluster, ensuring effective coordination and resource allocation.
- Facilitated communication and explored collaboration mechanisms between the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization within adjusting the diplomatic meetings between the regional director of the WHO and the ministry of helath .
International Operations Manager
Caravanes Solidaires
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Traveled to over 10 countries within the year to manage each store and perform reviews of individual managers and employees.
- Traveled to over five locations per week to manage each store and perform reviews of individual managers and employees.
Head of Mission
Patients Helping Fund Society
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with the government and 15 humanitarian local actors .
- Participate with the different international actors in four clusters (UNHCR-WHO-UNFPA-IOM )
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently for managing a fund of 250,000 US Dollar .
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Humanitarian Projects Supervisor
Arab Medical Union
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Applied strong leadership and problem-solving skills to enhance team in four different locations efficiency and streamline workflows for MENA area .
- Prepared detailed twenty reports for forecast analysis and provided ad-hoc reporting to support strategic decision-making.
- Conducted needs assessments in emergency areas, including Iraq, Nigeria, Myanmar and Lebanon , to identify and address humanitarian requirements effectively.
- Managed and supervised humanitarian projects in emergency zones level 3 , ensuring timely and efficient implementation of the project .
- Lead the assessment of field trauma hospitals with WHO in Iraq .
Trainer
Benha University
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions on project management principles and practices to university students, fostering their understanding and application of key concepts.
- Facilitated interactive workshops and practical exercises to enhance students' project management skills and real-world application.
- Assessed students' progress and provided constructive feedback to support their learning and professional growth.
Humanitarian Center Director
Direct Aid
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Ensured a transparent and efficient process for selecting and accommodating orphans into the social center.
- Supervised and monitored the well-being of orphans within the center, including their nutrition, education, health, and recreational activities.
- Developed and implemented annual work plans in collaboration with program staff, local authorities, and parent-teacher committees.
- Managed administrative and financial operations of the center, overseeing activities for 43 staff members, 300 resident orphans, and 180 external orphans.
- Oversaw and coordinated Direct Aid projects and activities in the West Coast region of The Gambia.
- Managed Direct Aid schools, enhancing the educational standards, particularly for sponsored orphans.
- Prepared and submitted monthly and annual reports to the Direct Aid national office in The Gambia.
- Represented Direct Aid in interactions with local authorities, NGOs, and community partners.
- Established partnerships with local humanitarian associations to organize social and cultural activities for orphans.
- Directed the rehabilitation of the center compound, equipping it with new furniture and logistical resources.
- Implemented two relief programs for families affected by floods in The Gambia.
- Recruited and accommodated 100 new orphans into the orphanage.
- Organized the first training course for orphan supervisors in Direct Aid's history, focusing on their role in the socialization process of orphans.
- Coordinated and supervised projects across all Direct Aid offices in The Gambia.
- Planned, executed, and monitored constitutional projects in the Gambia office.
- Managed $ 500,000 yearly budget for humanitarian activities , supplies and building costs.
Chief Accountant
Direct Aid
12.2011 - 10.2013
- Managed financial functions within the country program, including budgeting, financial reporting, and monitoring expenditures.
- Represented Direct Aid (AMA) to donors, host governments, international organizations, and national associations in the humanitarian field.
- Developed and expanded the country program across key sectors such as social welfare, education, women and children, water and sanitation, health, relief, and seasonal activities.
- Maintained local administrative policies and procedures in compliance with Direct Aid policies and internal regulations.
- Drafted project proposals and submitted them to various partners to secure funding.
- Conducted and monitored periodic 10 programs, ensuring optimal performance by local staff.
- Prepared and submitted detailed financial, accounting, and programmatic reports budgeted by 100,000 Euro monthly to the headquarters in Kuwait.
- Represented Direct Aid at international NGO and UN-INGO coordination meetings to strengthen partnerships and align efforts in three diplomatic meetings annually .
- Prepared the annual work plan of interventions for 1,500,000 Euro , including budgeting, implementing partner collaboration, performance indicators, and monitoring and evaluation strategies.
- Submitted annual reports to the government, detailing completed activities, maintaining inventory records, and outlining action plans for the following year.
- Representing the financial diplomatic help from the Gov. Kuwait to the Gov. of Sierra Leone and Liberia .
- Prepare the annual diplomatic meeting with the president of Sierra Leone .
Executive Accountant
Imports for Importing and Exporting
12.2010 - 10.2011
- Established direct communication and coordination with exporters to facilitate smooth transactions for more than 30 containers daily .
- Monitored and tracked shipments, ensuring containers arrived at the company's stores on schedule.
- Oversaw and managed the company's commercial accounts to maintain accurate records and financial integrity for 60 Billion EGP pound yearly .
- Supervised and streamlined import procedures between the company and government entities, ensuring compliance with regulations for 30 transaction daily .
Education
Ph.D. - Business Administration And Management
AAMBFS
Cairo12-2025
Master of Arts - Innovation Technology Management
GBSB
Barcelona 07-2025
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Helwan University
Cairo02-2025
MBA - Project Management , Marketing
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff10-2021
Diploma - Public Health in Humanitarian Crisis
Johns Hopkins University
USA07-2019
Bachelor of Science - English Studies in Managerial Commerce
Benha University
Benha06-2010
Skills
- Inspirational leadership
- Financial acumen
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Succession planning
- Talent development
- Operational excellence
- Sustainable business models
- Innovation management
- Crisis management
- Organizational agility
- Expectation management
- Market research
- Financial leadership
- Market analysis
- Team collaboration
- International business
- Transformative leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Client engagement
- Policies and procedures
- Brand development
- Media relations
- Task prioritization
- Reliability
- Leadership and people development
Languages
Arabic, English, French, Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Proficient
C2
French
Beginner
A1
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Timeline
CEO
Caravanes Solidaires
03.2024 - Current
Operational Manager
Caravanes Solidaires
09.2023 - 03.2024
Consultant of the Minister of Health and Population
Ministry Of Health And Population
09.2021 - 09.2023
International Operations Manager
Caravanes Solidaires
06.2018 - 09.2021
Head of Mission
Patients Helping Fund Society
10.2017 - 04.2018
Humanitarian Projects Supervisor
Arab Medical Union
09.2016 - 08.2017
Trainer
Benha University
01.2015 - 09.2016
Humanitarian Center Director
Direct Aid
10.2013 - 10.2014
Chief Accountant
Direct Aid
12.2011 - 10.2013
Executive Accountant
Imports for Importing and Exporting
12.2010 - 10.2011
Ph.D. - Business Administration And Management
AAMBFS
Master of Arts - Innovation Technology Management
GBSB
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Helwan University
MBA - Project Management , Marketing
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Diploma - Public Health in Humanitarian Crisis
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - English Studies in Managerial Commerce
Benha University
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