Senior public policy and governance expert with over 25 years of experience leading institutional reform, development programming, and policy design across the Middle East. During my professional journey, I was able to bring a political economist’s lens, a journalist’s instinct for narrative, and a reformer’s drive for impact. A trusted advisor to governments, donors, and civil society, with a career spanning senior roles in flagship donor-led initiatives.

Demonstrated expertise in translating political analysis into reform strategies, especially in contexts of constrained civic space and political transition. Held executive and Chief of Party roles on multi-million-dollar USAID programs - Takamol ($18M) and Makanati ($30M) - focused on democratic reform, gender justice, and economic empowerment for women and youth. Led integration of gender and youth priorities in national strategies, co-designed public-private policy platforms, and mobilized coalitions for legal and regulatory change.

Adept at steering multi-stakeholder dialogue and building strategic partnerships across ministries, parliament, donors, and the private sector. A political editor and columnist for over a decade, with published work shaping national conversations on citizenship, identity, and governance. Served on boards of prominent think tanks and academic institutions, including the Center for Strategic Studies (UJ), ARIJ, and the Royal Institute for Interfaith Studies. Combines technical depth with strategic communication and political insight to drive sustainable policy impact in complex governance settings. My value lies in synthesising complexity, mobilising stakeholders, and reimagining governance models that are inclusive, grounded, and durable.