Mounah Zrein
Halifax,NS
Summary
Dynamic Program Director with a strong track record in project management and staff development. Expertise in stakeholder engagement and contract negotiation to drive successful outcomes and enhance program effectiveness.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Program Director
Department of National Defence
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.2006 - 10.2025
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables met timelines.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for multiple programs simultaneously.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff to enhance skills and knowledge in programs.
- Established partnerships with external organizations to expand program reach and impact.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
- Initiated and set goals for programs according to strategic objectives of organization.
- Oversaw administrative support staff to facilitate day-to-day program activities.
- Maintained communication with clients throughout their involvement in the program.
- Compiled reports on program outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Managed contract negotiations to align with company objectives.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
- Ensured timely renewal of contracts to avoid service interruptions.
- Monitored contract performance to ensure adherence to agreed terms.
- Managed the renewal process for expiring contracts, including negotiating new terms as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all contracts in the organization's database system.
- Reviewed invoices submitted by suppliers and vendors for accuracy prior to authorizing payment processing.
- Determined staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
Technical Training Instructor
Department of National Defence
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.1992 - 05.2006
- Developed and delivered technical training courses for Marine Engineering Technicians/Artificers
- Created instructional materials to enhance learner engagement and understanding.
- Assessed trainee performance through evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure course accuracy and relevance.
- Utilized learning management systems to track training progress and participant data.
- Delivered technical training programs to clients through hands-on activities, simulators and technology-based methods to achieve best results.
- Conducted classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to the Marine Systems Engineering.
- Maintained records of all training activities and results.
- Adapted existing course material to meet specific needs of individual learners.
- Created instructional materials such as student handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and job aids.
- Modified lesson plans based on changes in technology or industry standards.
Technical Instructor
Technical University of Nova Scotia
Halifax, Nova Scotia
04.1986 - 06.1992
- Supported learners by providing guidance during hands-on activities.
- Developed instructional materials for technical courses and workshops.
- Collaborated with senior instructors to refine course content and delivery methods.
- Engaged with students to answer questions and clarify concepts effectively.
- Maintained a safe and organized learning environment for all participants.
- Provided technical instruction to students on a variety of mechanical engineering applications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Nova Scotia (Dalhousie University)
Halifax, NS 09.1983 - 04.1985
No Degree - Graduate Courses in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, And Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Nova Scotia (Dalhousie University)
Halifax, NS 09.1985 - 04.2000
Associate of Science - General Engineering
Universite De Moncton
Moncton, New Brunswick 01.1981 - 04.1983
Associate of Applied Science - Electromechanical Technologist
Lycee Technique D'Etat
Strasbourg, France 09.1979 - 06.1981
Skills
- Project management
- Resource allocation
- Contract negotiation
- Staff development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Instructional design
- Academic advisement
- Classroom management
- Student counseling
- Records management
- Curriculum development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Program leadership
Certification
- Professional Engineer registered with Engineers NS
- Completely Fluent in French, English, and Arabic
Timeline
Program Director
Department of National Defence
06.2006 - 10.2025
Technical Training Instructor
Department of National Defence
06.1992 - 05.2006
Technical Instructor
Technical University of Nova Scotia
04.1986 - 06.1992
No Degree - Graduate Courses in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, And Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Nova Scotia (Dalhousie University)
09.1985 - 04.2000
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technical University of Nova Scotia (Dalhousie University)
09.1983 - 04.1985
Associate of Science - General Engineering
Universite De Moncton
01.1981 - 04.1983
Associate of Applied Science - Electromechanical Technologist
Lycee Technique D'Etat
09.1979 - 06.1981