sami Jameleddine

Project Director Economic Developement Advisor-Private sector specialist Working at the intersection of business and sustainable development

Sami Jameleddine is an experienced professional in economic development and private sector specialization, currently serving as the Project Director for the SURF Project (Sharing Underutilized Resources with Fishers and Farmers) at FHI 360 since May 2024.1

Professional Background

With over 25 years of expertise, Jameleddine specializes in:

Private sector development
Market systems analysis
Program management
Supporting MSME growth and transformation in the MENA region
Fostering inclusive growth through various strategies

His areas of focus include agriculture, food security, livelihoods, value chains, market development, and entrepreneurship.1

Current Role

As the Project Director of the SURF Project, Jameleddine leads a collaborative initiative funded by the US Department of State and administered by FHI 360. The project aims to enhance the adaptive capacity of Tunisian farmers, fishers, and cooperatives in response to climate change.1

Key Objectives of the SURF Project::

Accelerate the adoption of climate adaptation and risk management practices
Establish a disaster management system for land, forest, and coastal resources
Advance marketable innovations and research in agriculture and fishing

Previous Experience

Before his current role, Jameleddine held several significant positions:

Economic Development Advisor at FHI 360 (June 2023 - July 2024)
Senior Business Advisor/Hub Manager at Chemonics International (October 2018 - June 2023)
Business Development Advisor for USAID's Business Reform & Competitiveness Project (August 2015 - June 2023)

Earlier in his career, he worked as Chief of Coordination Department in the Infrastructure division at L'Office de l'Aviation Civile et des Aéroports (OACA) from September 1999 to August 2006.1

Sami Jameleddine's extensive experience and expertise make him well-suited for his current role in leading projects that aim to improve economic development and sustainability in the agricultural and fishery sectors of Tunisia.