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Education
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MAJOR INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE
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Mohammed Adawy

Mohammed Adawy

Public Policy & Strategic Partnerships Sr. Lead
Cairo,C

Summary

Public policy and government relations professional with 10+ years of experience shaping regulatory frameworks, leading stakeholder engagement, and aligning policy outcomes with economic and commercial objectives. Proven track record in policy advocacy, lobbying, and regulatory reform, with deep understanding of Egypt’s political and economic landscape.

Experienced in developing policy asks, crafting targeted narratives, and influencing decision-makers across government and non-government stakeholders. Strong ability to translate complex regulatory environments into actionable strategies that enable market growth, reduce risk, and support business expansion.

Influenced national policy through Egypt Startup Charter and Startup ID framework

Mobilized EGP 75M+ in partnerships and sponsorships

Managed programs exceeding EGP 450M

Contributed to structuring EGP 5B Fund of Funds

Led coordination across 11 ministries and 200+ stakeholders

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Public Policy & Engagment Lead

Ministry of Planning and Ecnomic Development - Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship
New Capital, Cairo Governorate
08.2024 - Current
  • Lead policy engagement and stakeholder coordination across 11 ministries and 200+ stakeholders, aligning national initiatives with regulatory and economic priorities.
  • Contributed to the development and advocacy of the Egypt Startup Charter, influencing regulatory frameworks supporting entrepreneurship and investment.
  • Co-developed the Startup ID system with MSMEDA, enabling startups to access government incentives, funding, and regulatory support.
  • Collaborated with GAFI to streamline business registration, reducing timelines from weeks to days and improving ease of doing business.
  • Supported the design of a EGP 5B Fund of Funds, contributing to capital mobilization and ecosystem growth.
  • Built and managed relationships with key government entities, international organizations, and private sector stakeholders.
  • Mobilized EGP 75M+ in sponsorships and partnerships, supporting national initiatives and programs.
  • Produced policy briefs, strategic reports, and stakeholder insights to support decision-making and policy positioning.

Senior International Cooperation Officer

Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
New Capital, C
01.2022 - 11.2024
  • Managed relationships with World Bank, IMF, USAID, aligning international programs with national policy priorities.
  • Identified opportunities for policy collaboration and economic partnerships across sectors.
  • Developed analytical reports and policy insights to support leadership decision-making.
  • Facilitated engagement between international partners and local stakeholders.

International Cooperation Officer

Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
10.2020 - 12.2022
  • Served as focal point for coordination with UN agencies, supporting joint initiatives and policy alignment.
  • Coordinated international delegations, meetings, and policy discussions.
  • Drafted policy documents, reports, and stakeholder communications.

Public Policy Research

Specialized Councils (Egyptian Presidency)
Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate
01.2017 - 01.2019

- Public Policy Researcher

  • Strengthened relationships with external stakeholders through effective communication during collaborative projects focused on shared goals.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address pressing social issues, generating innovative solutions through research and analysis.
  • Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.

Customer Service Representative

Vodafone
Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate
12.2014 - 07.2015
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Education

Master of Arts - International Affairs

Ain Shams University
Cairo, C
12.2026

Fellowship - Public Policy - National Secuirty

Egyptian Presidency
Cairo
04.2001 -

Diploma - Civil Law

Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Faculty of Law

Ain Shams University
Cairo
01-2013

Skills

Public Policy & Government Relations

Policy Analysis & Regulatory Reform

Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement

Public Affairs Strategy & Advisory

Institutional Coordination & Policy Dialogue

Partnerships & Economic Development

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Multilateral & Donor Engagement

Investment & Ecosystem Development

Strategic Partnership Structuring (G2G / G2B)

Friendly, positive attitude

Teamwork and collaboration

MAJOR INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE

  • World Government Summit (UAE) – Coordinated Egypt’s participation as Guest Country
  • COP27 – Led stakeholder coordination and ministerial engagement
  • IsDB Annual Meetings – Deputy National Coordinator at Islamic Development Bank
  • Regional engagement: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, UNECA

Accomplishments

  • Developed and advocated national policy frameworks impacting startup ecosystem
  • Enabled regulatory improvements reducing business setup time significantly
  • Built and managed a multi-stakeholder ecosystem (200+ actors)
  • Mobilized EGP 75M+ through partnerships and sponsorships
  • Contributed to EGP 5B investment strategy supporting market growth
  • Leaded a team of 100 to Manage the Annual Meetings for Islamic Development Bank in Egypt.
  • Raised a 1 million EGP for Haya Karima Foundation in Collaboration with Amazon Egypt

Interests

Literature, Environmental conservation, Music, Art, Hiking, Travel

Timeline

Senior Public Policy & Engagment Lead

Ministry of Planning and Ecnomic Development - Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship
08.2024 - Current

Senior International Cooperation Officer

Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
01.2022 - 11.2024

International Cooperation Officer

Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
10.2020 - 12.2022

Public Policy Research

Specialized Councils (Egyptian Presidency)
01.2017 - 01.2019

Customer Service Representative

Vodafone
12.2014 - 07.2015

Fellowship - Public Policy - National Secuirty

Egyptian Presidency
04.2001 -

Diploma - Civil Law

Ain Shams University
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - International Affairs

Ain Shams University

Bachelor of Arts - Faculty of Law

Ain Shams University
Mohammed AdawyPublic Policy & Strategic Partnerships Sr. Lead