Farah Diba Nasruddin
Business Development & Stakeholder Management
Summary
Results-driven professional with 15 years of experience in business development, specializing in the Oil, Gas, Petrochemical (OGP) and Renewable Energy (RE) sectors. Proven track record of leading successful initiatives, attracting significant investments and driving growth. Seeking a challenging role to utilize my experience and contribute to the success of an organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Investor Management Division
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
03.2020 - Current
- Spearheading the development of the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) Renewable Energy Plan and Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Strategic Plan outlining strategies and policies to encourage and boost investment in Oil, Gas & Petrochemicals (OGP), Renewable Energy (RE) and Bioeconomy clusters.
- Formulated strategies and lead the business development activities including identification of new leads, conducting marketing and promotional activities, due diligence, facilitation and negotiation of potential investment in OGP, RE & Bioeconomy sectors in ECER
- Successfully attracted a total of RM xx billion in committed investments from Domestic and Foreign Direct Investments including two investments in 100MW solar farms and two biogas plants in Terengganu respectively
- Collaborated and facilitated comprehensive feasibility studies with potential investors to assess the viability and potential of OGP and RE projects within the ECER
- Lead the team to conduct due diligence and prepare new incentives application papers and presented at National Committee of Investment (NCI) for approval (100% approval rate)
- Drive and execute the marketing and promotion of Kerteh Biopolymer Park (KBP) and KBP SME Complex in Kerteh resulting to 95% rate of 100% rate of occupancy and 95% rate of leasing of industrial land with RM5.6 billion of realized investment.
- Lead the engagement with State Government of Terengganu and other stakeholders such as MIDA, MITI and other government agencies
- Served as the secretariat of the task force meeting formed to address investment-related issues, fostering collaboration and effective decision-making via Jawatankuasa Promosi & Penyelarasan Pelaburan Negeri Terengganu (JPPPT) and Mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Pelaksanaan dan Penyelarasan (ICC) ECER.
Manager, Investor Management Division
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
05.2013 - 02.2020
- Identified and promoted investment opportunities within Bioeconomy, RE and specialty chemicals sectors and successfully attracted and secured RM6 bil of accumulated investment in ECER
- Analyzed the competitiveness of ECER as an investment destination by identifying opportunities and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Prepared and deliver value proposition, pitches and presentations to potential new investors
- Conducted due diligence and prepared for tax incentives application for new investors
- Engaged and managed the relationships with investors by understanding their needs and offering solution in setting up new business in ECER.
Business Analyst,Business Development & Investment
Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation
03.2011 - 05.2013
- Analyse business case, conducted due diligence on business proposals and assisted negotiations to attract investments for bioeconomy sector in Malaysia
- Recommended for secondment with CJ Bio Malaysia to provide advisory role and facilitate their initial establishment in Malaysia
- Recommended for cross agency secondment with East Coast Economic Region Development Council to develop and implement Bioeconomy Roadmap in ECER
- Facilitated the investments of bioeconomy projects within Malaysia with combined value of USD280 million
- These projects include investment of the first biomethionine plant in the world in ECER.
Business Analyst, Strategic Planning Division
Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation
11.2009 - 02.2011
- Coordinated and managed the implementation of Biotechnology Entrepreneur Special Training (Best) Programme in 5 regions nationwide
- Coordinated and managed series of Bioentrepreneur skills development programme
- Coordinated and managed a special training programme with QB3 BioScience Institute (UCSF) to be held annually in San Francisco California.
Lecturer, Monash University Foundation Year
Sunway University
02.2009 - 10.2009
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
Education
Bachelor in Biomedicine (Honours) -
Management & Science University
04.2001 -
Timeline
Senior Manager, Investor Management Division
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
03.2020 - Current
Manager, Investor Management Division
East Coast Economic Region Development Council
05.2013 - 02.2020
Business Analyst,Business Development & Investment
Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation
03.2011 - 05.2013
Business Analyst, Strategic Planning Division
Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation
11.2009 - 02.2011
Lecturer, Monash University Foundation Year
Sunway University
02.2009 - 10.2009
Bachelor in Biomedicine (Honours) -
Management & Science University
04.2001 -