Baher Fahmy
About Baher Fahmy
Baher Fahmy serves as the Head of Operations at Catholic Relief Services in Arbil, Iraq, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in finance and administration, having previously worked in various roles across Egypt, Sudan, and South Sudan.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Baher Fahmy has served as the Head of Operations at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) since 2014. Based in Arbil, Iraq, he has held this position for a decade. In his role, he identifies and addresses internal control weaknesses that affect CRS's financial resources. He provides technical support and coaching to Country Program staff and partners, ensuring compliance with CRS policies and donor regulations. Fahmy is responsible for managing the financial operations of the UNHCR program, which includes preparing financial reports for donors and tracking outstanding advances issued to partners and staff. He collaborates with auditors to resolve queries related to financial issues within the country program.
Previous Experience at Dorcas
Prior to his tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Baher Fahmy worked at Dorcas as a Senior Finance & Administration Officer from 2006 to 2014. During this eight-year period, he operated in Egypt, Sudan, and South Sudan. His responsibilities included overseeing financial and administrative functions, contributing to the organization's operational effectiveness in multiple regions.
Finance Management at Life Vision for Development
Baher Fahmy held the position of Finance Manager at Life Vision for Development from 2010 to 2014. During this four-year period in Cairo, he managed financial operations and ensured compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards. His role involved overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
Education and Expertise
Baher Fahmy earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2019 to 2021. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in International Business/Trade/Commerce from Helwan University Cairo, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and operations within international organizations.