Simone Masri

Experience

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  Self-employed

  May 2014 - Sept 2019

  Private Tutor

  Taught English, chemistry, and biology ages 5-17 and English for ages 18-24

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  University of Balamand

  Sept 2015 - May 2019

  Team Manager for the Programme Director of Nutritional Sciences

  Conducted research and data collection for research proposals/interventions and carried out surveys. Planned and coordinated events such as charity work, club fairs, and university activities regarding health and social issues promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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  Fondazione Mondo Digitale

  May 2017 - Jul 2017

  English/technology teacher & programme coordinator

  Volunteered on a project aimed to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Quality of Education for children ages 6-12. Planned, organised, and conducted the entire curriculum and activities.

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  Rene Moawad Foundation

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Child Protection Officer (Intern)

  Worked on a UNICEF partnership project, “Protecting and Empowering Children in North Lebanon”, aimed to provide psychosocial assistance to Lebanese, Syrian, and Iraqi refugee children aged 5-17 years old and their families. Planned, organised, and conducted psychosocial and health awareness/promotion (personal hygiene, nutrition, and first aid) sessions in all sectors of the project.Collected and entered data into the organisation’s databases. Communicated findings to project stakeholders. Show less

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  Buffalo Fundraising Consultants

  Oct 2019 - Aug 2020

  Charity Telephone Fundraiser

  Raised funds for charities

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  NIHR Bristol Biomedical Research Centre

  Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

  Research Support

  •Supported a pilot feasibility randomized controlled trial at BRC as research support, handling administrative tasks such as organizing trial documentation and data.•Thoroughly trained in administrative procedures for NIHR and BRC, ensuring compliance with organizational and data protection regulations.•Entrusted with the ethical handling and storage of sensitive and confidential trial data, adhering to Data Protection regulations.•Entered large volumes of trial data into the REDCap database with high attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in data entry.•Regularly received feedback from my supervisor, using it to improve efficiency and effectiveness, completing data entry ahead of schedule.•Offered contract renewal for data analysis support based on exceptional performance; however, the opportunity was postponed due to Covid-19.•Utilized trial data for my MSc dissertation, applying analytical tools such as STATA, SPSS, and Excel to analyze research data. Show less

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  ABW Medical

  Dec 2020 - now

  Principal Consultant

  •Serve as a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO and contributing to strategic decisions that align initiatives with organizational goals.•Built the systems-focused department from the ground up, creating scalable workflows and processes to drive efficiency and support company objectives across operations, client services, marketing, HR, and legal.•Lead high-priority, cross-departmental projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, measurable results, and continuous improvement.•Spearhead organizational change initiatives, fostering smooth transitions, stakeholder buy-in, and cross-department collaboration through coaching, training, and effective communication.•Enhance operational consistency and growth by designing systems based on E-Myth principles, integrating intuitive technology solutions, and establishing robust reporting structures.•Oversee HIPAA compliance efforts, developing and implementing policies to ensure successful audits with zero violations, strengthening the company’s security and regulatory posture. Show less

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  Advances in Clinical Medical Research

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  Journal Coordinator

  •Journal Coordinator for a start-up scientific/medical journal, focusing on health equality and inclusion.Assisted in the development of a start-up medical/scientific journal, ensuring alignment with core values of equality and inclusion.•Oversaw and reviewed papers for copy editing, fact-checking, and quality assurance to maintain high editorial standards.•Built relationships and communicated with vendors, readers, and customers, negotiating contracts and fostering partnerships.•Made strategic recommendations to management on vendor relationships, directly reporting to the Editor-in-Chief.•Created impactful social media posts on health equality and inclusion using tools like Canva and other software.•Raised awareness about health equality and inclusion topics through targeted social media campaigns.•Submitted editorial pieces focused on health equality and inclusion, contributing to ongoing journal content.•Assisted in training, scheduling, and distributing work to staff, students, consultants, and temporary workers to ensure smooth operations. Show less

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  Caring for Communities and People

  Mar 2021 - Sept 2021

  Project Manager

  •Led strategic development and expansion of services into new counties, collaborating with commissioners and external agencies to secure new clients.•Worked with HR and training teams to integrate equality and diversity into staff onboarding processes.•Oversaw daily operations, ensuring alignment with key targets, objectives, and KPIs.•Conducted analyses to standardize accommodations, ensuring fair client treatment using trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches.•Provided line management for staff, volunteers, and students, including supervisions, appraisals, and file reviews to maintain high performance.•Supported service strategy through risk assessments and analyses to maximize opportunities and minimize risks.•Led recruitment, selection, and induction of staff, ensuring alignment with service goals.•Ensured high-quality practical and emotional support for both clients and staff.•Oversaw co-production and implementation of action plans tailored to individual needs and contract requirements.•Promoted equality, diversity, and independence within the service, ensuring sustainable outcomes through partner collaboration.•Supported access to training, education, coaching, and volunteering, with a focus on diversity and healthy lifestyles.•Managed health, safety, and welfare, responding to safeguarding concerns and ensuring safety compliance.•Promoted a Psychologically Informed Environments approach to enhance client well-being.•Ensured adherence to policies and regulations, including health and safety, safeguarding, and confidentiality.•Represented the organization in internal and external meetings, fostering collaboration.•Produced accurate reports and maintained records to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Show less

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  NHS England

  Oct 2021 - now

  •Regional Programme Manager for NHS England’s North West, delivering national and regional priorities with strategic oversight, expert public health input, and politically sensitive project leadership, achieving significant cost savings and optimizing program efficiency.•Spearheaded the creation of England’s first Public Health Prevention and Inequalities Dashboard and the Core20Plus5 Children and Young People Dashboard, collaborating across regional, national, and external teams to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions.•Provide expert public health insights to regional and national boards, shaping policy, driving organizational change, and embedding project management best practices to enhance governance and performance.•Build and manage cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, professional development, and productivity while establishing KPIs and robust governance structures to ensure accountability and effective delivery.•Design and evaluate advanced data collection methodologies, delivering actionable insights to inform strategic decisions, align goals, and drive impactful outcomes in public health. Show less •Key member of the South West Public Health Blended Team, collaborating with OHID and NHSE to lead diverse national priority areas, including Severe Mental Illness (SMI), Inclusion Health, Learning Disabilities, Public Mental Health, and Digital Inclusion initiatives.•Spearheaded the development and lobbying efforts for England’s first Skilled Worker Visa Guide for employees and employers, successfully securing its integration across national, regional, and local NHS and Department of Health & Social Care organizations.•Spearheaded high-impact projects such as Anchor Institutions, Childhood Oral Health, Maternity, and Public Health Awareness Webinars, driving measurable improvements across the South West region.•Established strong relationships with senior leaders, including Deputy Directors of Public Health, Directors of Strategy, and Chief Executives across seven SW ICBs, fostering alignment and strategic collaboration.•Directed foundational functions such as reporting, communications planning, and stakeholder engagement while overseeing the development of workplans, evaluation frameworks, and strategic initiatives.•Managed and mentored a team of three, driving professional growth, delivering team objectives, and ensuring effective execution of regional public health priorities. Show less

  • Regional Health Inequalities Programme Manager North West of England

    Feb 2023 - now

  • Regional Health Inequalities Programme Support Manager South West of England

    Oct 2021 - Feb 2023
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  Helyx Health

  Jun 2023 - now

  Principal Consultant

  •Provide expert input to the concierge clinic providing sleep medicine, psychotherapy and psychiatric care from its inception.•Lead the development and implementation of foundational operational strategies to establish clinic processes, workflows, and systems for seamless operations.•Provide expert guidance on healthcare technology integration to enhance patient care and clinic efficiency.•Advise on regulatory compliance, ensuring the clinic meets all legal and health sector requirements.•Mentor and train clinic staff on best practices, technologies, and patient care protocols.•Monitor and evaluate clinic performance, implementing continuous improvements to optimize care delivery and operational efficiency.•Support the clinic’s growth by identifying new opportunities for expansion and innovation in healthcare services. Show less