
Sylvia Marcus
Partnership and Business Development Manager at Shamsaha
Gender and Development Studies at Cairo University
Bahrain
Hi, I'm Sylvia Marcus!
Partnership and Business Development Manager at Shamsaha
Dynamic professional with 15+ years of diverse experience in IT and non-profit sectors, specializing in software quality assurance, project coordination, and partnership development. Expertise in managing cross-functional teams, developing test strategies, and fostering partnerships. Transition-ready for roles in IT project management, data analysis, or senior leadership positions.
Experience
Shamsaha
Partnership and Business Development Manager
October 2023 - Present
Establish strategic partnerships to expand service delivery and organizational reach. Oversee the design and deployment of digital platforms, including a mobile app and website, enhancing usability and access. Deliver community awareness presentations and training sessions to engage stakeholders. Collaborate with marketing team to craft targeted messaging strategies, increasing visibility.
Shamsaha
Research and Partnership Assistant
March 2023 - June 2023
Identified and documented public resources to support survivors of abuse in expansion countries. Facilitated partnerships with service providers and operational teams to align resources with program objectives. Drafted and finalized MOUs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and partnership frameworks.
Bahrain Trust Foundation
Project Coordinator
November 2019 - September 2022
Directed educational and community development projects, ensuring timely and impactful results. Developed comprehensive project documentation to monitor milestones and assess outcomes. Fostered partnerships with key stakeholders to secure funding and amplify program reach. Trained volunteers, enhancing their skills and contributions to organizational objectives.
Caritas Internationalis
Project Assistant
June 2016 - May 2018
Coordinated vulnerability assessment projects for refugees, aligning activities with UNHCR requirements. Prepared impact reports and funding proposals, ensuring compliance with UNHCR guidelines. Strengthened relationships with partners to increase outreach and program effectiveness.
UNHCR
Community Services Intern
August 2015 - March 2016
Provided counseling and support to refugees, addressing social and financial challenges. Managed refugee data in UNHCR systems, ensuring accuracy and efficient service delivery. Collaborated with data management teams to refine workflows and improve assistance tracking.
Link Development
Quality Control Project Lead
January 2012 - December 2014
Directed testing processes, developing test plans and strategies to ensure software quality. Automated workflows to reduce testing cycles and improve team productivity. Mentored QA teams, enhancing technical capabilities and collaboration.
Education

Economics
Cairo University
Graduated in 2018
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Languages
Arabic
English
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