Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience in financial management, procurement, and administration, the expert has honed skills in financial modeling, compliance, and strategic planning. Career highlights include leading both international and local projects, notably with USAID, where efficient financial operations and timely vendor payments were achieved. Responsibilities have included managing financial records, preparing reports, and optimizing resource allocation. Previously held roles such as Finance Manager have contributed to significant improvements in project financial management and client service excellence.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) through Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI) on projects in Iraq. The involvement included financial management and administrative roles in projects like the Iraq Quick Respond Funds and the Iraq Rapid Assistance Program. The work focused on governance and capacity building at both regional and national levels, primarily in Baghdad, Iraq.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in procurement, administration, grants, finance, and accounting, the expert has held key roles including Finance Manager and Human Resources Manager. Responsibilities have included financial oversight, compliance, and vendor management. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans financial management in development projects and administrative coordination. The geographic scope of work has primarily been in Iraq, focusing on regional and national projects that involve complex financial and administrative frameworks. This extensive experience in Iraq has contributed to a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues, alongside familiarity with cultural dynamics and operational challenges in the Middle East.

Languages and education

With a background in international project management, the expert is a native Arabic speaker and fluent in English, utilizing these language skills in collaboration with multilingual teams. These competencies have been applied extensively in roles involving financial management and administration within diverse and international environments. The expert holds an MBA in Financial Management from the American University of Cyprus, located in Kyrenia, North Cyprus, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Baghdad, Iraq.