Melissa Dahdouh

Experience

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  Enfant du Soleil

  Jun 2012 - Sept 2012

  Summer Camp Counselor

  Responsible for kids (5-7 years old) and organized several indoor and outdoor activities.

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  R-Xperts

  Sept 2016 - Jan 2017

  Face to face interviewing for market surveys - Reviewed pharmaceutical products and literature- Online literature search and cross-referencing for different medications

  • Prospector

    Oct 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Intern

    Sept 2016 - Sept 2016
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  V4 Advisors DMCC

  Jun 2018 - Jul 2018

  Intern | Environmental Specialist

  - Project Development- Prepared reports for clients- Calculated client's carbon footprint - Assisted the business development unit in approaching new clients - Checked the existing platforms and ensured that all of them were properly working

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  UNIDO

  Feb 2019 - Jun 2019

  Intern | Environmental Specialist

  - Worked on the assessment of households e-waste (WEEE) in Beirut and Mount Lebanon.- Carried out a literature review, research, site visits, calculations, and statistical analysis.- Proposed recommendations for proper e-waste management in Lebanon.

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  ECODIT

  Aug 2019 - Aug 2019

  Admin Research Assistant Intern | Environmental Consultant

  - Carried out data collection, literature review, and research- Assisted in data analysis and report writing- Supported in proposal development- Provided project support, including technical assistance to senior staff- Performed administrative work and assisted in office management activities

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  ECODIT

  Oct 2019 - Jan 2023

  1) Project Coordination and Implementation- Carried out and coordinated the implementation of various projects and assignments, including but not limited to IEEs, EIAs, EAs, SEAs, environmental strategies, workshops, public sessions, training, and technical assistance to Clients- Assisted in the definition of project scope and objectives- Carried out data collection, literature review, research, and site visits- Ensured proper implementation of quality assurance and quality control for the collection of data- Conducted data analysis and report writing- Coordinated resource availability and allocation for the flawless execution of projects- Ensured projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget- Created and maintained comprehensive project documentation- Established and maintained relationships with clients and all stakeholders- Acted as Project Manager on small-scale projects- Performed other related duties as assigned2) New Business / Proposal Development- Tracked new project opportunities, including calls for Expressions of Interest (EOI), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Requests for Quotation (RFQ) from various sources according to ECODIT’s line of services- Carried out proposal development, including preparation of technical and financial proposals- Contributed notably in teaming and recruiting consultants- Developed and maintained professional relations as well as identified new business opportunities with local and regional firms and organizations with which ECODIT may partner3) Administrative Work- Replied to phone calls, emails, and face-to-face inquiries- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, took minutes of meetings, and managed calendars- Maintained proper paperwork activities- Developed and updated administrative systems to make them more efficient4) Other Functions- Contributed to team development by imparting more junior staff- Participated in annual performance appraisals of other staff Show less 1) Project Support and Coordination- Assisted in the implementation of various projects and assignments including but not limited to: • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) • Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEA) • Initial Environmental Examinations (IEE) • Environmental Audits (EA) • Environmental Strategies • Workshops • Public Sessions • Training • Technical Assistance etc.- Assisted in contract development- Assisted in the definition of project scope and objectives- Carried out data collection, literature review, research, and site visits- Conducted data analysis and report writing- Provided project support, including technical assistance - Coordinated resource availability and allocation for the flawless execution of projects- Established and maintained relationships with clients and all stakeholders - Ensured projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget- Created and maintained comprehensive project documentation2) New Business / Proposal Development- Tracked new project opportunities, including calls for Expressions of Interest, Requests for Proposal, and Requests for Quotation from various sources- Assisted in proposal development, including preparation of technical and financial proposals- Contributed to teaming and recruiting consultants- Developed and maintained professional relations as well as identified new business opportunities with local and regional firms/organizations with which ECODIT may partner3) Administrative Work- Performed administrative work and assisted in management activities- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, take minutes of meetings, and managed calendars- Maintained office supplies and coordinated office equipment maintenance and repairs- Developed and updated administrative systems to make them more efficient4) Other Functions- Provided assistance to senior staff- Contributed to team development by imparting more junior staff Show less

  • Senior Associate | Environmental Consultant

    Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Associate | Environmental Consultant

    Oct 2019 - Jun 2022
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  Sodexo

  Mar 2023 - now

  • Support the annual data collection processes on climate-related topics (Scope 1, 2, and 3 and other metrics), comprising more than 4,000 indicators.• Coordinate the reporting of more than 60 entities on carbon footprint and other climate-related indicators, precisely indicators related to the supply chain. • Support country climate representatives throughout the data collection process.• Review country data and annual reporting processes.• Develop decarbonization strategies aligned with Sodexo's targets on Traace.• Support Sodexo local entities in creating and prioritizing action plans to achieve our 2025, 2030, and 2040 commitments.• Raise awareness internally on climate-related risks and impacts of our activities.• Support client requests and tenders on climate action at Sodexo and within our services.• Support internal functions such as Supply Management and Facility Management teams to adapt our activities to climate change. Show less

  • Climate Project Manager

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Climate Change Project Coordinator

    Mar 2023 - Apr 2024