samer kirresh, Economic Expert

samer kirresh

Economic Expert

Ajman Government

Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
High school or equivalent, Economics/ Money, Banking & Finance
Experience
20 years, 4 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :20 years, 4 Months

Economic Expert at Ajman Government
  • United Arab Emirates - Ajman
  • My current job since September 2019

Key Achievements
Ajman Government Excellence Award for the best governmental policy in Emirate of Ajman/ Exports Development Policy
https://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395303031217
Key Responsibilities
 Help to provide strategic vision, delivery and leadership on economic policy and research, and to inform and shape DED’s work with sound analysis and direction.
 Set and developed the Foreign Investment and promotion policy and exports policy for Emirate of Ajman. (Executive order n.7, 2019by H.H Ammar Bin Hamid, the chairman of executive council of Ajman)
 Macroeconomic analysis (GDP, Growth and Inflation), market research and studies for global & regional economy and UAE economy
 Foreign Direct investment FDI expert.
 Contributed to the development of economic policy; established economic guidelines and standards
 Developed recommendations, policies/strategies for economic development, solving economic problems as well as understanding Ajman market and SMEs market
 Provided technical/ advisory assistance to organizations/ institutions on micro/macroeconomic environment and policy strategies in the area of economics and socio-economic research

AVP at Retail Banking
  • United Arab Emirates
  • July 2018 to July 2019

internal reports for Senior Management to assist them in Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Market and developments
•Conducted analysis to assess prevalent financial and economic environment; undertaking analysis of actual cost including trend analysis, expense variance analysis, included the retail banking market
•Ensure the quality of the retail product training and evaluate the training sessions.
•Plan and ensure regular and consistent training plan implementation of all sales and service channels.
•Provide ongoing product training to the sales department to ensure clear understanding of product value proposition. (on regularly basis)
•Interact with internal and external stakeholder
•Ensure effectiveness of all product and campaign launches by coordinating with Corporate Communication, training and Research Team
•Measure, review and evaluate all customer feedback across Products and timely implement all agreed upon action plan.
•Communicate and coordinate with all levels of personnel and business partners across the bank.
•Coordinate with stakeholders and Corporate Communication on Advertising, product campaigns and communication.

Head of Research at UAE Banks Federation
  • United Arab Emirates
  • September 2015 to May 2018

analysis (GDP, Growth and Inflation), market research and studies for global & regional economy and UAE economy (included banking sector)
•Played a stellar role in producing a wide range of written outputs including high-quality, well targeted policy briefs, blogs, UBF Committees and other outputs
•Distinguished efforts in researching designing and evaluating materials, assemblies, processes and equipment.
•Significantly contributed in developing and overseeing budgets, policies and procedures for the Research Department
•Built a Test Bank (online exam) for the banking experts committee (Central bank, Ministry of justice and UBF)
Key Responsibilities
•Fully aware of UAE banking industry concerns and involved in most of UBF committees as well as UAE central bank.
•Leading the development and delivery of exemplary research strategy by adopting a clear approach to the underlying requirements of the banking industry. In addition, Conduct benchmarking analysis to compare against peers
•Spearheading research initiatives; providing oversight in the development of cutting-edge research and analysis methodologies to advance activities of strategic importance to the Bank and the UAE economy
•Commanding policy-oriented analytical work that informs the Bank regarding growth challenges and applicable policy responses; improving the effectiveness and relevance of the Bank’s operations.
•Performing economic research, studying data and statistics, employing a suite of analytics, intelligence and tools to deliver insights, and SMEs specialist
•Diligently involve in researching various factors that can be applied in developing, implementing and promoting the web site of UAEBF.
•Building a well-trained and motivated staff, utilizing training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development to deliver exceptional research outcomes.

Financial Expert at Ministry of Finance
  • Oman
  • June 2015 to August 2015

finance functions involving determining financial objectives and analysing the data to assess feasibility, produce forecasts of economic trends.
•Contributed effectively towards formulating policy options on economic and development issues and revision the investment law.
•Conducted analysis to assess prevalent financial and economic environment; undertaking analysis of actual cost including trend analysis, expense variance analysis.
•Developed robust reporting to drive deep business insight into performance, resource management and to ensure management of projected budgets and forecasts.
•Evaluated and advised the ministry on the impact of long range policy planning, introduction of new economic policies strategies, and ensure its implementation across the department.
•Drove the overall effectiveness of training and development programs; organized training courses for the staff enabling them to deliver best-in-class solutions - critical to the Ministry.
•Functioned as Privatization Expert; proffered strategic advice on privatization strategy and implementation




Jordan chamber of Commerce (Amman, Jordan)

Senior Economist/economic dept.manager at Jordan chamber of commerce
  • Jordan - Amman
  • May 2012 to May 2015

handled negotiations whilst representing Jordanian private sector in the following committees.
•UAE-Jordan high executive Committee Headed by H.E Foreign Minister
•Kuwait-Jordan high executive Committee Headed by H.E Foreign Minister
•Key Participant in numerous Forums:
•Private Sector Forum for the OIC Members States/ Sharjah 19-20

Senior Lecturer at American Arab University
  • February 2011 to February 2012

micro, macro and managerial economics, financial management and banks management.
•Conducted training courses pertaining to finance & banking fields.

Senior Lecturer at Al-Zaytounah University
  • Jordan
  • September 2007 to September 2009

various subjects including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Management, International Business & Finance as well as Money & Banking.
•Senior Trainer in Banking, economic and Financial Field such as macroeconomic analysis, financial management and credit analysis

Senior Lecturer at University College Bahrain (UCB)
  • Bahrain
  • September 2005 to August 2007

a curiosity-driven environment; prioritized student success and ensured conceptual understanding of key subjects including: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Commercial Banking, Managerial Economics, and International Finance & Trade.
Preceding Assignments

Lyon2 University (France)

Head at Bank of Jordan
  • Jordan
  • May 2002 to June 2005
Economic Analyst
  • May 2003 to June 2004

the financial activities, rendered sustained advisory services subsequent to scrutinizing the viability, stability and profitability of the business. Delivered real-time financial intelligence for making better-informed decisions within quick turnaround time.
•Maneuvered investment options and provided strategic analysis and inputs for turnkey financial solutions.
•Advised management on optimal utilization of financial structures. Supported the Company’s mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of commercial activities.

Credit Analyst at Arab Bank,
  • Jordan
  • May 2003 to June 2004

Education

High school or equivalent, Economics/ Money, Banking & Finance
  • at LUMIERE) University
  • January 1999

economics /Mnney finance and banking

Master's degree, French
  • at Ajlouni/High school College
  • January 1999

Thesis and Papers •Inflation and Reputation,

Bachelor's degree, Economics /Planning & Development
  • at Mustansiriyah University
  • January 1996

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Specialties & Skills

Private Sector Development
Economics
Banking
Finance
Planning
ADVERTISING
BANKING
DIRECTING
ECONOMICS
FINANCE
FINANCIAL
GOVERNMENT
MARKETING
POLICY ANALYSIS
STRATEGIC

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
French
Expert

Training and Certifications

TOT (Training)
Training Institute:
ILM