Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 13 years of experience in logistics, procurement management, and project management, the expert demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills. Career highlights include leading international initiatives, developing strategic plans, and managing budgets for complex projects. Proficient in risk assessment, security management, and stakeholder liaison, the expert has accomplished developing manuals and ensuring compliance with donor policies. Responsibilities have included supervising teams, coordinating with donors, and implementing effective procurement and logistics systems across various sectors such as WASH, shelter, and education.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as UN agencies (UNICEF, UNHCR, WFP, OCHA), ECHO, MADAD, GIZ, and USAID/BPRM/OFDA. The expert's involvement includes project implementation, capacity building, and compliance with donor policies. Thematic areas covered include WASH, shelter, livelihood, and education. These projects were primarily national in scope, focusing on Iraq, with responsibilities encompassing strategic planning, budget management, and stakeholder coordination.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in logistics, procurement management, administration, security and peacebuilding, project management, and financial services, the expert has held leadership roles such as Operations Director and Head of Mission. Responsibilities have included overseeing strategic planning, budget management, and stakeholder coordination. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge includes integrating protection mainstreaming in projects and ensuring compliance with international donor policies. The work primarily spans Iraq, with significant roles in cities such as Erbil, Amarah, Missan, Kirkuk, Sulaymaniyah, and Baghdad. The expert has developed a deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, contributing to regional development initiatives and humanitarian efforts.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, Arabic, and Kurdish, with excellent proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking. These language skills have been utilized in diverse settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert has obtained a TOEFL ITP certificate, demonstrating proficiency in English, which has supported effective communication in international development projects and stakeholder engagements. The expert holds an M.A. in Linguistics from the University of Anbar - College of Education for Humanities, Iraq, obtained in December 2013. Additionally, a Bachelor in English Language and Literature was earned from the University of Anbar - College of Arts, Iraq, completed in July 2011.