YOMNA ALI ALLAM
Trade Promotion Assistant
6th of October City,GZ
Summary
Results-driven professional with 8 years of experience in trade promotion, market research, and banking within international organizations. Proven ability to design effective trade strategies, analyze data, and drive economic growth through successful trade missions. Adept in financial operations, compliance, and risk management. Played a key role in a USAID-funded project that enhanced Egypt's export competitiveness. Passionate about economic development, sustainability, and global trade. Eager to apply analytical and strategic expertise in international development organizations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trade Promotion & Market Research Specialist
USAID Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE)
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted market research and trade data analysis to identify export opportunities for Egyptian industries
- Developed trade strategies in collaboration with Egyptian Export Councils and industry stakeholders
- Successfully coordinated 20+ trade missions to key markets, including Jordan, Morocco, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Spain, facilitating B2B matchmaking and trade policy discussions
- Drafted Terms of Reference (ToR) for hiring consultants to support trade missions and market expansion efforts
- Drafted justifications for hiring consultants with a focus on technical terms, ensuring alignment with project objectives and trade mission requirements
- Assessed buyer lists and analyzed trade fair participation to ensure alignment with export promotion goals
- Supported participation in high-impact trade fairs such as Food Africa, Afro Plast, and Eurasia, covering sectors like food and beverages, chemicals, and manufacturing
- Contributed trade promotion insights to USAID’s annual and quarterly reports, supporting policy recommendations
Administrative & Program Support
USAID Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE)
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted market surveys and procurement research to ensure compliance with trade policy guidelines
- Managed vendor negotiations, procurement processes, and financial reimbursements
- Organized trade-related workshops, stakeholder meetings, and training sessions
- Assisted in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) processes to track project impact and outcomes
Trade & Financial Operations
Intesa Sanpaolo
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Company Overview: Cairo Representative Office
- Monitored economic and trade developments in Egypt, preparing insights for financial strategies
- Managed financial documentation and liaised with auditors on trade finance compliance
- Cairo Representative Office
Trade & Financial Operations
HSBC Global Service Center
02.2013 - 06.2018
- Processed financial transactions and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with international banking standards
- Assisted clients with debt restructuring, financial claims, and payment negotiations
Education
MBA (Ongoing) -
ESLSCA University
02.2025 - Current
BA - English Literature
Cairo University
Skills
Trade Mission Coordination
Certification
Data Analysis (Excel & Power BI) – ESLSCA University
Timeline
MBA (Ongoing) -
ESLSCA University
02.2025 - Current
Trade Promotion & Market Research Specialist
USAID Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE)
04.2024 - 03.2025
Data Analysis (Excel & Power BI) – ESLSCA University
03-2024
Administrative & Program Support
USAID Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE)
11.2022 - 03.2024
Trade & Financial Operations
Intesa Sanpaolo
04.2021 - 10.2022
Trade & Financial Operations
HSBC Global Service Center
02.2013 - 06.2018
BA - English Literature
Cairo University
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