Riham Abdelhameed
@rihamabdelhameed
Experienced actuarial professional with a focus on insurance stability.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished actuarial professional with extensive experience in the insurance sector, currently serving as the head of the General Actuarial Department at the Egyptian Financial Regulatory Authority. My role involves approving the adequacy of mathematical reserves for both life and non-life insurance companies, ensuring their financial stability, and providing technical opinions on complaints. I am also a member of several committees that work on developing actuarial standards and regulations, including the Egyptian Committee for Actuarial Tables Studies.
Throughout my career, I have contributed to significant projects, such as the Egyptian Family Development Program, where I helped formulate objectives and estimate costs for long-term implementation. My previous roles have included team leadership and actuarial specialist positions, where I reviewed actuarial calculations, trained new staff, and participated in setting strategic plans to protect policyholder rights. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and the adoption of international standards in the Egyptian insurance market.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of General Actuarial Department
Egyptian Financial Regulatory Authority
Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Leading the General Actuarial Department, responsible for approving mathematical reserves and insurance products, providing technical opinions on complaints, and developing actuarial standards for the Egyptian insurance market. Actively involved in international committees and national projects.
Team Leader
Egyptian Financial Supervisory Authority
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Led a team in reviewing actuarial calculations, providing technical advice, training new trainees, and developing standards for actuaries in life insurance. Contributed to strategic planning and workflow facilitation.
Actuarial Specialist
Egyptian Financial Supervisory Authority
Dec 2008 - Jan 2019 (10 years 1 month)
Reviewed actuarial reports for pension schemes, assessed compliance with standards, and calculated necessary premium rates and reserves. Ensured the appropriateness of assumptions in actuarial reports.
Actuarial Specialist
Delta Insurance Company
Dec 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year)
Calculated mathematical reserves, prepared EISA reports, and facilitated premium calculations for group life business. Managed reinsurance premiums and prepared corporate offers.
Financial Analyst
Grant Thornton
Jun 2007 - Oct 2007 (4 months)
Analyzed financial information to forecast business conditions, created technical reports, and monitored economic developments. Presented findings through oral and written reports.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American Society of Actuaries
Associate of the American Society of Actuaries, Actuarial Science
2015 - 2015
Obtained the Associate of the American Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation, demonstrating proficiency in actuarial science and commitment to the profession.
Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
Diploma in Actuarial Techniques, Actuarial Techniques
2012 - 2012
Achieved a Diploma in Actuarial Techniques, enhancing knowledge and skills in actuarial methodologies and practices.
Cairo University
Bachelor in Actuarial Science, Actuarial Science
2003 - 2007
Grade: Good
Completed a Bachelor in Actuarial Science at the Faculty of Commerce, English Section, with a focus on the principles and techniques of actuarial science.
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