Celine Mouawad

• Acting as the legal and strategic representative for FHI 360 in Lebanon.

• Acted as the legal representative and executive lead for FHI 360 in Lebanon, overseeing a $13M multi-year operation.
• Directed risk, compliance, and governance frameworks, identifying and mitigating financial, operational, and legal risks in a volatile
environment.
• Designed and executed a contingency strategy that safeguarded operations and maintained business continuity during funding and
policy shifts.
• Provided strategic leadership to a senior management team of 12+ staff, driving collaboration, accountability, and performance.
• Oversaw procurement, financial management, and contract governance, ensuring full compliance with corporate policies and local
regulations.
• Delivered measurable results, including on-time project delivery, operational efficiency gains, and positive external evaluations.
• Built and maintained high-level partnerships with international stakeholders, government entities, and corporate partners to
strengthen market position and impact.

Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods - funded Activity
• Directed compliance, financial oversight, and governance systems for a portfolio of 20+ projects valued at $2.5M.
• Led due diligence and organizational capacity reviews of partner entities, ensuring financial accountability and operational readiness.
• Oversaw budgeting, cash flow, and financial controls, ensuring timely payments and transparent reporting.
• Implemented risk assessments and internal audits, proactively identifying vulnerabilities and strengthening governance frameworks.
• Adapted compliance and oversight mechanisms to align with changing regulatory, financial, and market conditions.
• Enhanced partner performance through capacity building, process optimization, and financial risk mitigation strategies.

• Spearheaded strategic planning and organizational restructuring across four business units (Real Estate & Development, Brokerage,
Engineering, Property Management & Hospitality), improving operational efficiency and alignment with long-term business objectives.
• Led enterprise-level risk assessments, identifying strategic, operational, and financial risks, and implemented actionable
improvement plans to enhance profitability and growth potential.
• Designed and implemented standardized core processes and SOPs, defining roles, responsibilities, and reporting structures for over
12 department heads and their teams.
• Mentored leadership teams to ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives, fostering cross-functional collaboration and
accountability.
• Identified and delivered cost-saving measures and operational efficiencies through process optimization and data-driven
recommendations.
• Developed and deployed a comprehensive quality management system across all business units, enhancing compliance, consistency,
and operational effectiveness.

• Led and executed enterprise-wide ISO 9001:2015 quality audits across diverse client organizations, identifying operational
inefficiencies and implementing actionable improvements.
• Delivered strategic recommendations that enhanced process reliability, compliance, and overall organizational performance.
• Collaborated with senior management to drive continuous operational improvement initiatives, strengthening internal controls and
risk mitigation.

• Led the operational upgrade of the quality assurance system to align with GMP international standards, improving efficiency,
compliance, and audit readiness.
• Guided technical teams through strategic quality initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and regulatory
requirements.
• Advised on process optimization, internal controls, and system improvements to enhance operational performance and risk
management.

• Directed compliance, governance, and operational risk management for a high-profile, UK-funded program in a complex and fluid
environment.
• Conducted organizational risk and capacity assessments of partners, ensuring financial integrity and operational resilience.
• Oversaw budgets, cash flow, and financial accountability mechanisms, ensuring transparent and timely execution of commitments.
• Designed and implemented contingency frameworks to maintain program continuity amid political and security instability.
• Managed procurement processes and contract compliance, ensuring transparency and alignment with corporate governance
standards.
• Produced executive-level reporting and advised leadership on feasibility, financial forecasting, and operational viability.

• Directed risk management and compliance frameworks across a portfolio of 24 projects valued at $7M, spanning infrastructure,
renewable energy, cultural centers, agriculture and community development.
• Oversaw procurement, contract governance, and financial controls, ensuring alignment with corporate, legal, and regulatory
requirements.
• Implemented contingency and risk mitigation strategies to address challenges such as supply chain delays, political volatility, and
operational bottlenecks.
• Led and developed a team of 10+ professionals and consultants, instilling a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance.
• Strengthened governance structures by ensuring robust audit readiness, reporting systems, and compliance monitoring.
• Built relationships with municipalities, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and stakeholder
confidence.

• Directed sterile manufacturing operations, producing 8 million medicinal units annually while ensuring full compliance with GMP
standards.
• Developed and managed the annual production budget, including raw material procurement and resource allocation, optimizing
operational efficiency and cost control.
• Implemented process improvements to reduce manufacturing costs and maximize utilization of manpower, equipment, and facilities.
• Designed and executed comprehensive risk management and contingency plans to proactively address production disruptions and
quality compliance issues.
• Managed, coached, and guided 8 department heads and 80 team members, fostering a high-performance culture and meeting key
performance indicators (KPIs) consistently.

• Delivered courses in Quality Management Systems, Operations Management, Project Management, Leadership, Business Ethics, and
related subjects.
• Mentored students on practical applications of operational strategies, process improvement, and business management principles.

• Conducted quality audits for accreditation of hospitals in Lebanon as per Ministry of Public Health standards.

• Led the implementation, and improvement of the quality management system in accordance with ISO 9001:2008, enhancing
operational consistency and compliance.

• Established and optimized quality assurance processes aligned with GMP and ISO 9001:2008 standards, improving compliance and
operational reliability.