Georges Najm

Experience

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  Kamikaze

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

  Extreme Sports Instructor
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  Shanti Cottage Guest House

  Sept 2011 - Jul 2014

  Owner / Manager
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  SOILS NGO

  May 2016 - Oct 2016

  Trainer in Sustainable Micro Gardening

  Trainer in Sustainable Micro-Gardening in refugee camps in The Beqaa Valey (Baalbak and Talia).Main Contractors: World Food Program (WFP) and Mercy Corps. Responsible for planning, execution, and follow up. [Soil test, grey water treatment, bio pesticides, harvesting and seed keeping, and rain water harvesting] Reference : Amani dagher, dagher.amani@gmail.comTraining Sessions for trainers on Gardening Structures[Ground and vertical gardening, bio pesticides]

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  International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC

  Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

  Consultant for Sustainable Development

  Consultant for the International Committee of the Red Cross's WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) program in Tripoli.[Vertical agriculture, rainwater harvesting, grey-water recycling, and IPM (integrated pest management)]

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  Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team (AMURT)

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2017

  Consultant and Trainer in Sustainable Agriculture

  Consultant in sustainable development for AMURT agriculture-related projects.Teacher and trainer in sustainable agriculture for students between the ages of 15-25 at AMURT Child Friendly Space Program in Kfarnabrakh, Shouf, Lebanon.

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  ACTED

  Apr 2017 - Dec 2017

  Consultant and trainer for Sustainable Developement strategies

  Project Name: Lebanon Integrated Landscape Regeneration for Food Resilience - Enhancing food security and agricultural livelihoods in the Syrian crisis-affected areas of Akkar, LebanonRole: Consultant, Study and Assessment, Design, Implementation and TrainingContract A: Consultancy for the Design for Collaborative land use/land management arrangements for sustainable Agricultural Landscapes (30+ Hectares) in selected areas of Wadi Khaled and Michmich, Akkar [Permaculture design, ground water recharge, food forests, fish farming, IPM (Integrated Pest Management), swale and irrigation system design]Contract B: Consultancy for the Design for Home based agriculture production, Rain water harvesting and Biogas systems for 350 Households[vertical agriculture, container gardening, IPM (Integrated Pest Management), rain water harvesting, food storage, biogas systems, compost water heating] Show less

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  Vicariat Apostolique Des Latins

  Sept 2017 - Nov 2018

  Project Leader

  Leading, managing, and consulting for the feasibility study for the development of a sustainable eco-village and large-scale farm in Kfarnoun, Akkar. The project will systematically integrate elements such as aquaponic systems, biogas systems, fruit and vegetable production, sustainable housing, ready-food production and eco tourism.The study was made for a land consisting of 750,000 m2 of land located in Kfarnoun, Akkar District. The study took 6 month to accomplish and 12 different consultants participated in the making of this study.The team consisted of local and international individuals that are pioneers and experts in their fields. Together we formed a farm and ready-food factory that is 100% self sufficient, self reliant and profitable.I consider this project to be my favorite and proudest to date. Show less

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  The Green Van Lebanon

  Aug 2018 - now

  Company Owner

  The Green Van is a company that offers consulting services in all aspects of sustainable and regenerative agriculture and landscaping. The company specializes in sustainable farm and systems (such as large biogas and compost operations) design, procurement, implementation supervision, and providing staff and farmer training. The Green Van's approach is designed to create environmentally-friendly solutions that maximize productivity and promote ecological balance.Website: www.thegreenvanlebanon.comInstagram: @thegreenvanlebFacebook: @thegreenvanlebanonNumber: 00961 70 155040 Show less

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  Fair Trade Lebanon

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2022

  Consultant for sustainable initiative

  August 2019 – January 2020: Consultant and Trainer for two WFP projects under FTL:1- WFP project - FTL in partnership with AVSI: Long term capacity building support; Targeting two value chains, Olive oil and Zaatar along a 2-year period. The targeted groups (450 beneficiaries: 15 cooperatives, 25 smallholders and 80 women's group) included farmers and producers.My role: Agriculture consultant and Field officer I also conducted 4 sessions of “Buisness improvement trainings” for 4 Cooperatives to improve their production as well as save on operation cost. 2- WFP project - FTL in partnership with CARE international, RMF and ADR: Targeting the small ruminants VC, aiming at improving the overall sector.My role: Trainer1. Access to market 2. Stand management3. Market linkageNovember – December 2021: J med Agroecology and sustainable farming in Lebanon Role: Training Curriculum and TrainerProvided training (Sustainable agriculture for productive farms) for 2 groups of Agriculture Engineering students The training consisted of 10 sessions of intensive hands-on training per group on sustainable and modern agriculture techniques that are being used in large productive farms today. August 2021 – March 2022: SOS Village – KfarhayRole: Project leader The project was to design, implement and operate a sustainable farm on the land surrounding the village (10,000 m2).The farm includes 250 olive trees, 4 greenhosues, 150 chicken and a number of fruit trees, vines and shrubs. The aim was to provide the Village with fresh and organic fruits and vegetables that would be able to sustain 60+ children and 40+ staff along the year. August 2021 – December 2021: Jibal – Comparison studyRole: Sustainable agriculture expertComparison study between sustainable agriculture and conventional agriculture in Lebanon.The study included 10 organic farmers and 10 conventional farmers that produce a variety of products and located in various agriculture areas in Lebanon. Show less

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  LEAD Expertise

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

  Farming Operations Manager and Lead Consultant

  Managing the design, study, implementation, staff management and training, follow up and monitoring for all farms under LEAD expertise. The lands consist of 80 hectares with a diverse range of products, ranging from vegetable greenhosues to multiple types of grains such as wheat and chickpeas as well as fruit trees and open field crops.All lands are being farmed organically and sustainably and a portion of them are organic certified.Under the Monaco project (Food for Akkar) 1. Feasibility study, design, implementation and staff training for a COMPOST production facility in Awaynat village, Akkar. The facility is capable of producing up to 80T of high-quality compost per cycle.2. Feasibility study, design, implementation and staff training for a modern NURSERY that is equipped with advanced equipment and has environment control capabilities. This nursery is capable of producing up to 350,000 seedlings per cycle of multiple types of vegetables, fruits, trees, herbs and ornamental plants. Show less

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  Souk El Tayeb

  Mar 2021 - Feb 2022

  QA Manager

  Managing quality and production standards for all Souk El Tayeb Producers, fresh vegetables and fruits, ready-food products, food and artisanal (over 70 producers).Surprise visits and reporting is conducted for all producers to monitor and evaluate their operations standards and committing to the rules and regulations of Souk El Tayeb.Depending on the report outcome, the producer would be provided with technical training and support for becoming more self sufficient and sustainable.

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  Real Compost

  Aug 2022 - now

  Founder

  Real Compost is a factory based in Jezzin District that produces high quality organic compost and vermicompost.Instagram: @realcompostWebsite: https://www.thegreenvanlebanon.com/real-compost

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  Souk El Tayeb

  Oct 2022 - Jun 2023

  Sustainable Agriculture Consultant

  Consulting for the design and implementation of farm improvement interventions for multiple medium to large scale farmers as well as providing them with technical trainings in modern farming techniques and tools, input production, farm management and animal feed production.

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  Hydro Grow

  Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

  Farming Operations Manager and Lead Consultant

  Managing operations and quality control of Hydro Grow's hydroponic farming operation.The company uses cutting edge technologies in sensors, greenhouse technology and automation.

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  LEAD Expertise

  Apr 2023 - Jun 2023

  Sustainable Agriculture Trainer

  Under the Monaco project:Training 200+ farmers on:1. Sustainable Agriculture2. Greenhouse Management3. Composting and Biogas ProductionUnder People In Need Slovakia:Training 120+ farmers on:1. Sustainable Farming2. Irrigation Techniques3. Composting and Biogas Production

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  JIBAL

  Sept 2023 - now

  Consultant for sustainable and regenerative agriculture

  Coached and trained 14 farmers on sustainable and ecological agriculture practices across diverse regions in Lebanon, including South Lebanon, Shouf, and Keserwan, with altitudes ranging from sea level up to 1500 meters.Facilitated market linkages for farmers, enabling them to sell their produce at better prices and reduce waste, thereby increasing their profitability and sustainability.Conducted cost analysis for various farming projects, aiding farmers in understanding their financial situations and developing a universal data calculation tool to streamline their operations and enhance financial management.Provided technical training and coaching sessions in sustainable and regenerative agriculture for large productive farms, targeting a group of farmers and agriculture engineers in Zgharta, promoting best practices and innovation in agricultural techniques. Show less