Mohammed Essay

Mohammed Essay is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business development and investment analysis, currently serving as a Senior Business Development Manager and Country Representative for Southern Africa at the U.S. Trade and Development Agency since September 2021. In this role, Mohammed manages a grants and contracts portfolio aimed at supporting large-scale infrastructure projects across various sectors, including ICT, Energy, Healthcare, Transportation, and Agribusiness. Prior to this, Mohammed provided strategic consulting services at the U.S. Commercial Service and worked as a Senior Financial and Investment Analyst at Symphony Investor Communications. Earlier career experience includes an Investment Analyst position at the Metal and Engineering Industries Benefit Fund Administrators. Mohammed holds a Master's Degree in Development Economics and International Trade from the University of Johannesburg, along with additional qualifications in Project Management and Economics.