Raid Daqa

Background

About Raid Daqa

With over 21 years of leadership experience in international development projects in post-conflict countries, along with extensive expertise as a payment system consultant, I have cultivated a solid track record of guiding cross-functional teams to excel in large-scale projects for Central Banks, Financial Institutions and local authorities across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. My leadership approach is characterized by strategic vision, hands-on involvement, and an unwavering dedication to excellence-Experienced team leader adept at effectively engaging with senior stakeholders, sponsors, peers, and team members-I excel in effective communication and collaboration, empowering teams to surpass obstacles with confidence and resilience. By fostering a culture of teamwork, trust, and accountability, I've cultivated environments ripe for innovation and high performance-Throughout my career, I've capitalized on my deep expertise in payment systems, standards, policies, and regulations to steer projects from inception to completion. By aligning project objectives with organizational goals, I consistently deliver innovative solutions that meet stakeholders' evolving needs and drive tangible business outcomes-KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: • Spearheaded a comprehensive economic and livelihood recovery program (ERLP) in Yemen, revitalizing local economies in conflict-affected areas. • Successfully managed the ERLP project in Yemen during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuous delivery of critical services to vulnerable communities. • Led the implementation of Economic Management Stability (EMS) projects in Northeast Syria funded by USAID, achieving project objectives and delivering tangible results. • Mobilized and managed diverse teams, fostering a collaborative work environment and increasing project productivity underchallenging circumstances. • Innovated project interventions to address evolving socio-economic dynamics, ensuring sustainable impact. • Led the implementation of the national payment system project for the Palestine Monetary Authority and established the Payment Systems department at the Central Bank of Yemen within prescribed timelines. • Implemented SWIFT protocol for commercial banks and the Central Bank of Yemen, improving payment cycle efficiency. • Managed the implementation of advanced systems for Central banks, including FX auction and DMFAS, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.