Wendy Dannaoui
Reservoir,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven senior manager with over 20 years of experience leading multicultural teams, managing complex programs, and driving business growth across Australia, the Middle East, and Africa. Adept at building strategic partnerships, leading regional operations, and delivering high-impact employment and training programs. Known for strong commercial acumen, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for driving social impact and community development.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
National Client Relationship Manager – Government
Drake International
10.2024 - Current
- Lead national government client engagement strategy across workforce solutions and employment services
- Develop and maintain relationships with federal and state government stakeholders to deliver recruitment, training, and community-focused employment initiatives
- Identify and respond to government tenders and contract opportunities aligned with social impact and workforce development
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored recruitment campaigns, pre-employment programs, and diversity hiring solutions
- Provide strategic account management, ensuring client satisfaction and contractual compliance
- Represent Drake International in government forums and industry events to promote workforce innovation and inclusion
Regional Account Manager
Workskil Australia
11.2023 - Current
- Leading a team of employment brokers across regions to deliver employment outcomes
- Coaching staff to meet KPIs and drive sustainable job placements
Regional Manager – Jobs Victoria
OCTEC Ltd
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversaw service delivery of Jobs Victoria program including mentoring, job search training, and employer engagement
- Managed high-performing teams and ensured operational targets were consistently met
- Built partnerships with employers and community stakeholders to support workforce initiatives
Regional Account Manager
Workskil Australia
10.2015 - 06.2022
- Led employer engagement across the region with a focus on large-scale and Indigenous employment
- Designed pre-employment programs and managed bulk recruitment for national clients
- Created strategic regional plans to exceed employer servicing targets
Director
Omene Holdings, UAE
01.2003 - 12.2013
- Led government partnerships to support youth amnesty programs and international education placements
- Oversaw renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Africa
CFO / Business Development Director
Omene Energy Africa, UAE
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Secured international funding for wind and hydro projects
- Managed relationships with African governments and international finance bodies
General Manager
Rhino Property Brokers, UAE
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Developed property investment services for African buyers in the UAE
- Managed end-to-end real estate project marketing and investor relations
Sales & Marketing Director
Dabbagh Information Technology (DIT), UAE
01.2004 - 12.2007
- Launched Arabic Forbes Magazine and achieved $200K+ revenue per issue
- Built sales teams and exceeded circulation and advertising targets
Sales & Business Development Director
Gray Business Communications, UAE
01.1994 - 12.2004
- Held multiple leadership roles with a focus on marketing, sales, and business growth
Telemarketing & Client Services Manager
Herald & Weekly Times, Australia
01.1990 - 12.1994
- Managed classified and display ad sales for high-volume publications
- Led and trained a team of direct marketing specialists
Education
Cert IV -
Employment Services and Community
06.2025
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Business Development
- Employment Program Management
- Community Program Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Government Engagement
- Workforce Planning
- Large-Scale Recruitment
- Contract Management
- KPI Management
- Budgeting
- Commercial Negotiations
- Training
- Coaching
- Team Development
- Cross-Cultural Communication
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
National Client Relationship Manager – Government
Drake International
10.2024 - Current
Regional Account Manager
Workskil Australia
11.2023 - Current
Regional Manager – Jobs Victoria
OCTEC Ltd
06.2022 - 10.2023
Regional Account Manager
Workskil Australia
10.2015 - 06.2022
CFO / Business Development Director
Omene Energy Africa, UAE
01.2007 - 12.2013
General Manager
Rhino Property Brokers, UAE
01.2007 - 12.2010
Sales & Marketing Director
Dabbagh Information Technology (DIT), UAE
01.2004 - 12.2007
Director
Omene Holdings, UAE
01.2003 - 12.2013
Sales & Business Development Director
Gray Business Communications, UAE
01.1994 - 12.2004
Telemarketing & Client Services Manager
Herald & Weekly Times, Australia
01.1990 - 12.1994
Cert IV -
Employment Services and Community
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