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Mona M. Mohamed

Rockville,MD

Summary

With over a decade of experience at the intersection of high-level diplomacy, international relations, and defense, I have developed a robust expertise in driving strategic initiatives across military, higher education, and governmental sectors. Serving as a senior representative of Qatar’s interests in the United States, I have worked with elite government agencies, defense contractors, and private enterprises to orchestrate complex country-to-country collaborations. My career has heavily involved drafting and writing proposals for high-stakes initiatives, translating geopolitical objectives into persuasive, data-driven documents that align with defense, security, and strategic priorities. I’ve consistently integrated cutting-edge technology to enhance the proposal process, blending traditional methods with innovative tools to deliver impactful, scalable solutions. In addition to my diplomacy experience, I have expanded my skill set into Software Engineering, allowing me to approach proposals and strategies from both a technical and strategic perspective. I am eager to apply my expertise in proposal writing, defense strategy, and technology-driven solutions to contribute to Palantir’s mission of transforming global defense and security operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Support Officer & Lead Strategist

Qatar Cultural Attache Office
Vienna, VA
11.2023 - Current
  • Spearhead the drafting and revision of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), contractual agreements, and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), ensuring strategic alignment between the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Doha and premier U.S Universities
  • Author and structure high-level official letters and contractual proposals that encompass complex technical specifications, budgeting frameworks, and cross-border initiatives involving governmental agencies and private sector stakeholders
  • Collaborate closely with heads of educational departments (Pre-University Education, Bridge Programs, Ministry Divisions) and private entities in healthcare and higher education to craft agreements that integrate modern technology and innovation
  • Serve as a key liaison between technical and executive teams, translating intricate contractual frameworks, procurement policies, and technological requirements into actionable insights for ministry officials and institutional partners
  • Lead monthly strategic engagements with the U.S Embassy in Qatar, fostering high-impact exchange programs and multi-industry collaboration opportunities for professionals
  • Oversee and write RFPs for internal CRM systems, education technology solutions, and procurement processes for Qatar’s public school sector, ensuring alignment with international best practices and regulatory compliance
  • Manage multi-country initiatives, bridging governmental and private-sector interests to support large-scale educational and technological transformations across borders
  • Develop persuasive materials for targeted outreach strategies, enhancing engagement with key stakeholders and increasing the number of strategic partnerships within Qatar’s education and innovation ecosystem
  • Craft high-impact messaging and proposals that strengthen Qatar’s position as a leader in global education collaborations, driving outreach actions that expand influence and audience engagement
  • Directing the rebranding of the Office through social media outlets, and managing the composition of new content creation for our inter-governmental audiences

Business Development Director

APSISPOINT, INC
Maryland, USA
02.2021 - Current
  • Lead high-value proposal strategies, crafting competitive Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and other capture opportunities that have positioned the company as an industry leader
  • Drive strategic market intelligence, conducting in-depth competitor analyses to enhance bid positioning and proposal success rates
  • Translate complex technical content into compelling, digestible narratives that resonate with clients, ensuring a deep alignment between our offerings and their needs
  • Leverage CRM tools such as Salesforce, Sales Navigator, Apollo, and MS Dynamics to optimize lead generation, track engagements, and enhance business development initiatives
  • Develop scalable content templates that streamline future proposals, ensuring adaptability across diverse requests
  • Engage in high-level negotiations, securing multimillion-dollar contracts through strategic stakeholder collaborations and executive-level partnerships
  • Deliver persuasive presentations at industry conferences, executive meetings, and webinars, reinforcing the company’s thought leadership

Senior Specialist, Authentications & Equivalency

QATAR CULTURAL ATTACHÉ OFFICE – EMBASSY OF QATAR
Virginia, USA
05.2018 - 09.2020
  • Designed and implemented a digital authentication portal, incorporating tailored terminology in English and Arabic for user-friendly data entry experiences, and modernizing document verification processes and enhancing efficiency
  • Authored key policy recommendations and strategic reports for the Ministry of Education, aligning education policies with international standards
  • Managed national evaluations of U.S
  • Universities, ensuring Qatari students enrolled in top-performing institutions
  • Served as a primary liaison between Qatari officials, U.S
  • Universities, and federal entities, ensuring compliance with evolving academic policies

Admissions Advisor / DSO

LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
Washington, USA
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Guided international students through admissions, visa processes, and academic transitions, ensuring compliance with U.S
  • Educational policies
  • Developed institutional partnerships, facilitating course credit transfers and enhancing student enrollment strategies
  • Led targeted recruitment campaigns, boosting international enrollment through strategic outreach

Senior Training, Protocol & Liaison Officer

EMBASSY OF THE UAE - OFFICE OF DEFENSE, MILITARY, NAVAL & AIR ATTACHÉ
Washington, USA
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Managed elite defense training programs, working closely with U.S
  • Military officials and top defense institutions
  • Secured high-profile defense contracts, negotiating agreements that enhanced UAE’s global defense collaborations
  • Oversaw classified military initiatives, ensuring diplomatic and operational excellence in multinational training programs

Education

Software Engineering Certification -

Flatiron School
New York, NY, USA
02.2021

Undergraduate Program - International Affairs

University of Maryland, University College Campus
Maryland, MD, USA
01.2012

Undergraduate Program - Speech Language Pathology/Audiology

Towson University
Maryland, MD, USA
01.2009

Skills

  • Elite proposal and letter writing
  • Team building
  • High attention to detail in guidelines and procedures
  • Industry expertise
  • High-Stakes Negotiation
  • Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
  • CRM & Data-Driven Strategy
  • Executive-Level Persuasion
  • Cross-Industry Expertise

Pronouns

she/her

Affiliations

  • Violin player
  • Skeet and trap shooting
  • Recreational traveller

Languages

Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Support Officer & Lead Strategist

Qatar Cultural Attache Office
11.2023 - Current

Business Development Director

APSISPOINT, INC
02.2021 - Current

Senior Specialist, Authentications & Equivalency

QATAR CULTURAL ATTACHÉ OFFICE – EMBASSY OF QATAR
05.2018 - 09.2020

Admissions Advisor / DSO

LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
11.2017 - 04.2018

Senior Training, Protocol & Liaison Officer

EMBASSY OF THE UAE - OFFICE OF DEFENSE, MILITARY, NAVAL & AIR ATTACHÉ
01.2012 - 01.2017

Software Engineering Certification -

Flatiron School

Undergraduate Program - International Affairs

University of Maryland, University College Campus

Undergraduate Program - Speech Language Pathology/Audiology

Towson University
Mona M. Mohamed