Omneya Makhlouf
About Omneya Makhlouf
Omneya Makhlouf is a Logistics Officer with extensive experience in emergency operations and humanitarian logistics, currently working for the World Food Programme in Khartoum, Sudan. She has held various roles within the organization, including Conflict Analyst and Emergency Operations Officer, and possesses a strong academic background in Political Science and International Law.
Work at World Food Programme
Omneya Makhlouf has held multiple roles at the World Food Programme (WFP), demonstrating her extensive experience in logistics and emergency operations. She began her tenure in 2016 as an Emergency Preparedness and Response Intern, followed by positions such as Emergency Preparedness and Response Officer, Programme Policy Officer, and Conflict Analyst. Her roles have spanned various locations, including Rome, Lebanon, Libya, and Sudan. Currently, she serves as a Logistics Officer in Khartoum, Sudan, where she has been since 2023. Prior to this, she worked in Beirut for six months in 2021 and held various emergency operations roles in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Omneya Makhlouf holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The American University in Cairo, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. She furthered her education with a Master of Laws in International and Comparative Law at the same institution from 2014 to 2016. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in legal principles relevant to humanitarian logistics and emergency response. Additionally, she possesses strong skills in interagency coordination, which are essential for effective emergency preparedness and response.
Background
Omneya Makhlouf has a diverse professional background that includes experience in journalism and public relations. She worked as a journalist for Egypt Today Magazine from 2013 to 2015 and completed a public relations internship at Wataneya Society in 2013. Her early career also included a role as a Program Coordinator at The American University in Cairo's Department of Political Science. This varied experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of communication and operations within international organizations.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Omneya Makhlouf has been involved in critical operations during emergencies, including working on the ground at the Egypt-Sudan border during the Sudan crisis. She has also contributed to emergency operations in various countries, such as Turkey, Egypt, and Lebanon. Her roles in the Emergencies Division at the WFP highlight her involvement in global emergency operations, showcasing her ability to manage complex logistics and supply chain challenges in high-pressure environments.