Rodrigue Kortmossian

International Project and Finance Manager with 15+ years of experience delivering strategic, donor-funded, and commercial projects across diverse industries. Proven expertise in project governance, financial oversight, and compliance with international standards. Adept at aligning cross-functional teams, optimizing budgets, and driving measurable impact in fast-paced and multicultural environments.

Senior Finance & Project Manager (Part-Time) at Bloom EMEA (2020-06 – Present)

• Directed financial planning of budgets exceeding USD 5 million for MENA Region.
• Coached 30 startups across 3 cohorts on financial modeling, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting to support business planning and investment readiness.
• Reduced procurement costs by 15% through workflow optimization.
• Enhanced donor reporting and compliance oversight by aligning project teams, financial documentation, and audit requirements with donor expectations.

Project Auditor & Compliance Coordinator (Consultancy) at The Nawaya Network (2018-08 – Present)

• Maintained a record of zero findings across multiple donor spot checks over the years by leading internal project finance audits, strengthening documentation, and ensuring full alignment with donor compliance requirements.
• Improved compliance reporting standards, increasing transparency and reducing audit findings.
• Partnered with project teams to mitigate risks and enhance operational governance.

Administrative & Finance Manager (Project Operations – Part-Time) at Creative Space Beirut (2017-07 – Present)

• Strengthened finance, HR, and project operations for multi-phase cultural initiatives by improving reporting workflows, vendor coordination, and internal administrative controls.
• Reduced procurement costs by 15% by optimizing vendor workflows, renegotiating supplier terms, and improving approval controls.
• Reduced reporting delays by 20% by streamlining administrative systems, clarifying workflows, and improving internal follow-up procedures.

Financial Services & Project Consultant (Part-Time Consultancy) at Krikor Jabotian (2016-03 – Present)

• Enabled successful seasonal project launches by developing financial plans, monitoring production costs, and advising management on budget allocation and operational priorities.
• Delivered measurable procurement savings of 25% by leading vendor negotiations, reviewing supplier pricing structures, and implementing stronger cost controls.
• Designed project financial models to support international expansion.

Bachelor of Arts in International Business Management – Notre Dame University – Louaize (NDU) (2005 – 2010)