Samer FARES

Samer Fares has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries.

Their most recent role was as an Information Technology Administrator at Groupe COMO - Smart- Mercedes Benz- Lexus, where they assisted in developing IT policies and procedures for over 400 users. Samer also managed and maintained various IT systems and resolved technical issues related to software, hardware, and network connectivity.

Prior to that, they worked as a Data Specialist at Intetics, where they collected data for the ParkMe project in collaboration with INRIX and Intetics. Samer ensured the timely delivery of data and implemented cost-saving measures.

Before that, Samer worked for Medair as a Data Specialist, where they collected data on refugees using smart phone technology and represented the organization in informal settlements.

Samer also has experience in security and protection, having served as a Team Leader and Special Security & Protection Team Member for the Security and Protection Unit. In this role, they led a team responsible for the safety and security of government and high-level officials.

In addition, Samer has worked as an Assistant Project Manager/GIS Specialist at GeoSpatialMinds Holding SAL, a Project Manager at Just Wash, a Geographic Information System Specialist at Geoconsult, a Surveyor at Tony Mansour, and a Geographic Information System Specialist at NavLeb.

Samer Fares attended Notre Dame University - Louaize (NDU) from 2009 to 2015. The specific degree obtained and field of study pursued during this educational period are not mentioned. In addition to their formal education, Samer has also obtained several certifications. These include the "Monitoring and Evaluation Practices" from DisasterReady, completed in May 2019, and the "Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate" from Google, obtained in 2022. It is noted that Samer has also received certification in conflict resolution from Medair, but no specific details regarding the duration or year obtained are provided.