Nicolas Farah

Experience

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  IT

  Oct 2008 - Jan 2010

  Assistant

  IT support to student and proffesor under supervision of IT team

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  University of Balamand

  Sept 2010 - Feb 2012

  Assistant Database Lab

  assist in it work in the lab, and helping students in programming exercises

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  Jammal Restaurant

  Mar 2011 - Sept 2013

  Team Lead
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  Freelance

  Feb 2012 - Jan 2014

  Web developper

  Building websites

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  University of Balamand

  Apr 2013 - Jan 2014

  Web Developer

  Developing a web application using php,mongodb,html5,javascript

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  Mondelēz International

  Sept 2013 - Aug 2015

  IT Contractor
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  Torch Academy sal

  Dec 2015 - Sept 2018

  Entrepreneurship youth support

  Support youth with ideas and transforming them to real projects . Supporting the business aspect and helping them build a proper business plan.

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  Limm

  May 2016 - Jul 2017

  Founder

  limm is a recyclable garbage platform that optimizes the collecting processwww.limmapp.com

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  URUZ Personal trainer

  May 2016 - Jan 2020

  Co Founder

  Uruz creates content related to the fitness industry in the mena region ,its a digital platform and application where users subscribe to different plans by multiple trainers.

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  Stichting SPARK

  Sept 2018 - Jan 2020

  Project Officer Entrepreneurship

  Responsible of the implementation of entrepreneurship and economic empowerment projects,in addition to designing new proposals for programs in the field of my expertise, and monitoring the results and reporting them to multiple donors.

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  INJAZ Lebanon

  Jan 2020 - Jul 2020

  Programs Manager

  Programmes ManagementEnsure that implementation across the programs/projects areas are delivered within the framework of the original plan and in line with the overall budget, with the optimum use of resources. Propose and prepare any amendments if needed.Develop the detailed program/project work plan in coordination with Operations Manager, Executive Director and the field teams.Support the team in the fulfillment of their duties according to program/project design.Ensure close coordination at area level with INJAZ community partners for youth outreach and registration as per agreed targets. Trainers & Volunteers’ Training & Scheduling:Ensure the recruitment and orientation of project trainers and volunteers.Support in the planning and implementation of the INJAZ Training of TrainersEnsure that INJAZ trainers and volunteers are consistently fulfilling their roles and completing program delivery tasks while implementing the INJAZ programs in the target communitiesKnowledgeable of INJAZ Lebanon program content and ensures that it is being delivered according to the agreed project standards and plan. Partnerships – Community Centers/School/Universities/Educators’ Relationships:Develops and maintains quality relationships with partners, schools, universities and CSOs, with support of the team.Recruits new CSOs, schools, partners as needed and kick start long-term relationship with support of the team.Keeps abreast of Lebanon education developmentsProgram Administration:Assists in developing a budget for all programs and program related activities.Develops a yearly calendar that predicts programmes needs and includes timetables, procedures, and responsibilities.Develops reports to donors with support from programmes team.Oversees maintenance of database information on all programs and participants. عرض أقل

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  Dråpen i Havet

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2021

  Overseeing the design and implementation of DIH programs in lebanon

  • Operations Coordinator Lebanon

    Mar 2021 - Sept 2021

  • Research Volunteer

    Oct 2020 - Mar 2021
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  International Humanitarian Relief

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2021

  Social Entrepreneurship Trainer
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  Oxfam

  Jul 2021 - Jan 2022

  BDS Coach
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  EcoConsulting - UK & Lebanon

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2021

  Business Mentor
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  World Vision in Lebanon

  Feb 2022 - Mar 2023

  MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure that all aspects of the project’s daily management are met, including logistics, administration, security, visibility, community and beneficiaries liaison, evidence generation, coordination and risk management.Develop and guide the project team on the usage of project management tools (including but not limited to reports, DIP, Logframe, ITT, SOPs, financial tracking, programmatic process flows)Handle project’s procurement needs according to the developed procurement plan.Ensure that project activities are implemented in good quality based on the project/s outcomes and taking into consideration the local contextFollow-up and coordinate with the MEAL and technical teams to ensure that all needed tools are in place, developed and analyzed according to the project needsReview project level analysis and highlight trends to program manager. Implement the recommended operational measures to address gaps and challenges.Contribute in the development of ToRs for external consultantsResponsible of the production of high quality narrative reports in a timely manner and based on the agreed template and proceses.Provide guidance to teams/partners to identify convenient locations for undertaking project activities based on technical standards.Engage in proposal development as required by the Program Manager.Ensure the quality of implementation in reference to the donor’s guidelines, national SOPs, best practices while also generating evidence to show contribution to WVL national strategic objectives.Ensure that lessons learned, risks and innovation are well documented and shared with the program teamSupport the identification and escalation of advocacy issues to Program Manager.Participate in periodic evaluations of the impact of the project on the beneficiaries with support from the MEAL unit.Build relationships & capacities of the hosting and beneficiary community. عرض أقل

  • Projects Coordinator DFAT & GIZ

    Sept 2022 - Mar 2023

  • Project Coordinator DFAT

    Feb 2022 - Mar 2023
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  EcoConsulting - UK & Lebanon

  Aug 2022 - Nov 2022

  Business Mentor
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  INJAZ Lebanon

  Oct 2023 - Dec 2023

  Business Mentor

  PYE Program, an initiative by UNDP and implemented by INJAZ Lebanon, supports young entrepreneurs in Beirut, North Lebanon, and Bekaa.Provided guidance and mentorship to aspiring young entrepreneurs, fostering their growth and development to grow their businesses.

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  GIZ Lebanon

  Feb 2024 - now

  Private Sector Engagment Advisor

  • Planning, development, and implementation of activities within the GIZ project strengthening agriculture, local communities and small and medium enterprises (ACE) in the component of private sector development to support sustainable economic development and increase local value creation.• Supporting the implementation of activities related to MSMEs support which includes topics such as Business Continuity Management, Circular Economy, Marketing/Sales, Energy efficiency.• Responsible for gender mainstreaming at all stages of the development and implementation of activities.• Designing and backstopping of service contracts and financing agreements in close coordination with finance and M&E departments.• Managing and monitoring the implementation of activities in the projects target regions: Beqaa, Mount Lebanon, Southern Baalbeck and Hasbaya.• Reporting on project activities in line with GIZ standards and requirements.• Advising the project management team on strategic developments of the project in the field of private sector engagement, with a focus on agri-food industry and just transition. عرض أقل