Executive Director for External Relations Georgetown University Qatar | Education City, Doha, Qatar We are pleased to announce the appointment of appointment of Mohammed Fakhroo as the inaugural Executive Director of External Relations for Georgetown University in Qatar, effective December 1, 2023.Mohammed is an exceptional leader with a proven track record of effectively leading teams and cultivating relationships to further advance institutional priorities. During his most recent position at Qatar Foundation (QF), Mohammed developed a comprehensive alumni program that serves over 10,000 graduates, and established community development partnerships that significantly expanded QF’s impact in the community. Mohammed’s experience includes leading the establishment of Teach for Qatar, where he was CEO from April 2013 to July 2017.In his role as Executive Director of External Relations, Mohammed will oversee the development and implementation of an external relations strategy that will help advance GU-Q's academic mission and strategic priorities. He will be responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships with external stakeholders to broaden faculty opportunities, provide critical support for our students, and enhance GU-Q's visibility and reputation–both locally and globally. Leveraging his extensive local network and knowledge, Mohammed will lead community outreach efforts focused on building partnerships with stakeholders in the private and public spheres.Sean Farrell led this search with Haley Burrowes, Clay Batley and Drew Chang.