Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings, I would like to have the opportunity to get a remote job. I have a Bachelor's degree in the English Language from the College of Education-Baghdad University, and extensive experience in the fields of translation, management, education, humanitarian assistance, monitoring & Evaluation, and development. I have good knowledge of working with donors like DRL, USAID, EU, BPRM, AFD and GIZ. My primary objective is to develop my skills further and work towards a job role with greater responsibilities and challenges. I am highly motivated, hard-working, able to consider and analyze different opinions, and perfect at persuading others by creating relationships based on mutual trust and understanding and aim to build on my higher education to achieve further qualifications. Throughout my employment, I have consistently shown an exceptional ability to communicate effectively whilst working under the most extreme pressures and have demonstrated that I learn quickly and effectively to produce excellent results. I am equally capable of working independently or in a team, and I'm always dedicated to giving one hundred percent commitment to whatever I do. I was able to prove to my superiors as well as to myself my ability to learn how to work quickly and effectively to be irreplaceable. In terms of interpersonal communication, I am responsive to my colleagues and eager to help whenever possible. Hence, I believe that I am a suitable candidate for this position since I possess all the necessary qualifications to perform my duties effectively and efficiently. Sincerely, Aliya'a Al-Nadawy

Aliya'a Al-Nadawy

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings, I would like to have the opportunity to get a remote job. I have a Bachelor's degree in the English Language from the College of Education-Baghdad University, and extensive experience in the fields of translation, management, education, humanitarian assistance, monitoring & Evaluation, and development. I have good knowledge of working with donors like DRL, USAID, EU, BPRM, AFD and GIZ. My primary objective is to develop my skills further and work towards a job role with greater responsibilities and challenges. I am highly motivated, hard-working, able to consider and analyze different opinions, and perfect at persuading others by creating relationships based on mutual trust and understanding and aim to build on my higher education to achieve further qualifications. Throughout my employment, I have consistently shown an exceptional ability to communicate effectively whilst working under the most extreme pressures and have demonstrated that I learn quickly and effectively to produce excellent results. I am equally capable of working independently or in a team, and I'm always dedicated to giving one hundred percent commitment to whatever I do. I was able to prove to my superiors as well as to myself my ability to learn how to work quickly and effectively to be irreplaceable. In terms of interpersonal communication, I am responsive to my colleagues and eager to help whenever possible. Hence, I believe that I am a suitable candidate for this position since I possess all the necessary qualifications to perform my duties effectively and efficiently. Sincerely, Aliya'a Al-Nadawy

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Dear Sir/Madam,
Greetings,

I would like to have the opportunity to get a remote job. I have a Bachelor’s degree in the English Language from the College of Education-Baghdad University, and extensive experience in the fields of translation, management, education, humanitarian assistance, monitoring & Evaluation, and development. I have good knowledge of working with donors like DRL, USAID, EU, BPRM, AFD and GIZ. My primary objective is to develop my skills further and work towards a job role with greater responsibilities and challenges. I am highly motivated, hard-working, able to consider and analyze different opinions, and perfect at persuading others by creating relationships based on mutual trust and understanding and aim to build on my higher education to achieve further qualifications.

Throughout my employment, I have consistently shown an exceptional ability to communicate effectively whilst working under the most extreme pressures and have demonstrated that I learn quickly and effectively to produce excellent results. I am equally capable of working independently or in a team, and I’m always dedicated to giving one hundred percent commitment to whatever I do. I was able to prove to my superiors as well as to myself my ability to learn how to work quickly and effectively to be irreplaceable. In terms of interpersonal communication, I am responsive to my colleagues and eager to help whenever possible. Hence, I believe that I am a suitable candidate for this position since I possess all the necessary qualifications to perform my duties effectively and efficiently.

Sincerely,

Aliya’a Al-Nadawy

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Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Project Manager at Expertise France (EF)
February 11, 2024 - Present
Responsibilities included steering the Iraqi Women Economic Empowerment project, planning and monitoring implementation, collaborating with partners, drafting procurement documents, contract negotiations, quality control, monitoring indicators, managing communication and M&E systems, and representing Ethiopia France to donors and beneficiaries. Managed teams in Baghdad and Erbil, responsible for hiring, training, security, administrative and financial management, and ensuring compliance with agency procedures.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led implementation and monitoring of the Pathways Home project, managing relationships with stakeholders, supervising a team of 14, providing technical support, assessing project progress, participating in advocacy and coordination meetings, managing budgets, and ensuring reporting and M&E compliance. Supported 157 Iraqi returnees and host communities with livelihood, mental health, and legal services across various governorates.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
January 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Managed the War Victims Fund project, leading consortium management, strategic planning, coordination, program development, evaluation, financial oversight, and reporting to meet donor requirements. Supported legal, protection, GBV, mental health, psychosocial support, and rehabilitation services for 13,500 IDPs and affected persons in Baghdad, Basra, and Al-Anbar.
Field Monitor Consultant, Iraq (part-time) at International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI)
January 7, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Supported technical practices by undertaking field activities across Iraq, collecting data, meeting beneficiaries, verifying project deliverables, providing staff training, drafting reports, managing monitoring tools and inputs, supervising monitoring companies, and ensuring coordination and compliance with deadlines.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
October 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Managed the Safer Passage Project across six provinces, overseeing implementation, supervising teams, collaborating with partners, budgeting, monitoring M&E compliance, participating in coordination meetings, advocating for IDPs' protection, preparing reports, and ensuring financial compliance with donor standards.
Project Manager at British Council (BC)
August 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Supported project delivery and management of Tahawer project through all stages, managed partners and consultants, ensured EC and British Council standards compliance, handled events and logistics, managed financial reporting and budget forecasting, overseen project communications, risk management, and security frameworks, and prepared technical and financial reports for EU and steering committees.
Focal point of WHHRAP, MEI, and VT programs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
November 15, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Managed Women Headed Households Relief and Advocacy Program and Micro Economic Initiative programs, developed knowledge on women's needs, coordinated with partners, supervised teams, managed program finances, drafted reports, organized visits, attended coordination meetings, and facilitated programs for vulnerable women and people with disabilities across several governorates.
Office Manager at Al-Tamuz for General Trading
May 31, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Provided administrative and financial support, designed and implemented office policies, organized meetings, maintained records, managed staff recruitment and evaluation, facilitated foreign visitors, and handled office equipment and logistics.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at American University / Center for Global Peace
September 16, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Translated proposals and reports, coordinated with government offices, organized meetings and conferences, maintained scheduling and correspondence, and provided interpretation support.
Financial Assistant at Gulf Region Division (GRD)
August 9, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Tracked contracts and financial documents, interfaced with customers, prepared briefing materials, coordinated meetings, maintained contract files, and provided interpretation for local contractors.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at Bearing Point / Iraqi Justice Integration Project
May 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Drafted documents and reports, translated meeting materials, facilitated communication, managed correspondence, arranged logistics, and maintained office files.
Accountant & Project Analyst at Project & Contracting Office (PCO) / Finance Office
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Managed contract spreadsheets, prepared financial and statistical reports, maintained contracts database, translated documents, handled administrative tasks, and supported office presentations.
Translator & Office Assistant at KBR / Ministries Requirements Coordination Office (MRCO)
May 19, 2004 - August 1, 2025
Translated official documents, assisted ministries, maintained time and attendance, coordinated with offices, maintained files and records, and trained staff.
Executive Secretary at SIDES France for Fire Fighting Vehicles
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2025
Prepared commercial correspondences, liaised with ministries, organized meetings, managed office administration, supported translation tasks, maintained office database, and ensured deadlines were met.
Administrative Assistant at Al-Washaq Bureau for Commercial Agencies
May 31, 2000 - August 1, 2025
Prepared memos and reports, managed correspondence, maintained schedules, ensured office supplies and equipment functionality, and translated official letters.
Typist & Designer (Part-Time) at Al-Sahil Center
December 31, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Typed letters and reports, designed promotional and official documents, managed filing systems, operated office equipment, and performed clerical duties.
Part-Time Teacher / Self-employment at Working from Home
April 30, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Taught English language to intermediate and secondary school students, prepared course outlines, prepared tests and assignments, created engaging learning environments, and used alternative teaching strategies when needed.
Project Manager at Expertise France (EF)
February 11, 2024 - Present
Led the Iraqi Women Economic Empowerment (IWEE) project, managing the planning, monitoring, and implementation aligned with project objectives and budgets. Coordinated with multiple partners and professionals to ensure quality deliverables, monitoring and evaluation, and administrative and financial management. Supervised a team of 7 staff members and represented Expertise France to donors and beneficiaries.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led the Pathways Home project supporting Iraqi returnees and host communities with livelihood, mental health, and legal services backed by donor GIZ. Managed a team of 14 staff, coordinated with stakeholders, monitored project progress, developed reports, and ensured compliance with donor standards over multiple governorates.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
January 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Managed the War Victims Fund project supporting IDPs with legal, psychosocial, and rehabilitation services. Oversaw a large team of 80 staff, coordinated with consortium partners, managed budgets, and represented HAI in various forums. Delivered project performance reports and ensured the achievement of project deliverables.
Field Monitor Consultant at International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI)
January 7, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Conducted field monitoring across Iraq for USAID projects, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting. Provided staff training, coordinated with stakeholders, and managed remote monitoring processes. Verified project implementation and contributed to reporting and quality control.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
October 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Directed the Safer Passage Project across six provinces, supervising staff and ensuring project implementation aligned with international protection standards. Managed budgets, partner coordination, monitoring and evaluation, and participated in advocacy and cluster coordination.
Project Manager at British Council (BC)
August 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Supported overall delivery and management of the Tahawer project funded by the European Commission, managing partners and consultants, ensuring compliance with standards, organizing events, monitoring risks, financial management, and producing reports to achieve project objectives.
Focal point of WHHRAP, MEI, and VT programs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
November 15, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Managed Women Headed Households Relief and Advocacy Program and Micro Economic Initiatives providing grants and vocational training for vulnerable women and people with disabilities. Developed knowledge base, liaised with stakeholders, supervised teams, managed financial operations, and produced reports. Supported thousands of beneficiaries across several governorates.
Office Manager at Al-Tamuz for General Trading
May 31, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Provided administrative and financial support, designed office policies, coordinated meetings and communications, supervised staff recruitment and performance, maintained office equipment, and ensured smooth office operations.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at American University / Center for Global Peace
September 16, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Provided translation services, coordinated meetings, maintained calendars, liaised with government offices, and ensured the completion of administrative tasks and documentation.
Financial Assistant at Gulf Region Division (GRD)
August 9, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Tracked contracts and financial documents, prepared reports, coordinated meetings, acted as interpreter, maintained files and records, and supported financial operations for the organization.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at Bearing Point / Iraqi Justice Integration Project
May 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Translated documents and meeting materials, ensured effective communication between parties, managed administrative tasks, arranged meetings, and maintained office files and logistics.
Accountant & Project Analyst at Project & Contracting Office (PCO) / Finance Office
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Managed contract data, prepared financial/statistical reports, maintained databases and filing systems, composed correspondence, conducted translations, and handled administrative operations.
Translator & Office Assistant at KBR / Ministries Requirements Coordination Office (MRCO)
May 19, 2004 - August 1, 2025
Translated official documents, assisted ministry offices, managed attendance and communications, supported translation teams, and maintained file security and office supplies.
Executive Secretary at SIDES France for Fire Fighting Vehicles
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2025
Handled commercial correspondence and administrative tasks, liaised with ministries, organized meetings and minutes, managed contracts and office databases, supported translation needs, and maintained office records.
Administrative Assistant at Al-Washaq Bureau for Commercial Agencies
May 31, 2000 - August 1, 2025
Prepared memos, letters, financial documents, handled correspondence, maintained office schedules and supplies, performed translations, and managed contracts and filings.
Typist & Designer (Part-Time) at Al-Sahil Center
December 31, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Typed various documents, designed covers and advertisements, managed electronic filing, and performed general clerical duties like photocopying and faxing.
Part-Time Teacher / Self-employment at Working from Home
April 30, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Taught English to intermediate and secondary school students, prepared lessons and evaluations, created engaging learning environments, and applied alternative teaching strategies as needed.
Project Manager at Expertise France (EF)
February 11, 2024 - Present
Responsible for steering and monitoring the Iraqi Women Economic Empowerment (IWEE) project, managing a team of 7 staff members. Tasks include strategic planning, contract negotiations, quality control, communication strategy development, and ensuring compliance with AFD procedures. Liaises with headquarters in Paris and coordinates with regional teams in Baghdad and Erbil.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led the Pathways Home project with 14 direct staff members, managing relationships with stakeholders such as community leaders and government ministries. Responsibilities included project implementation, monitoring, budgeting, technical support, staff training, and donor reporting. Supervised provision of livelihood, mental health, and legal services to Iraqi returnees, IDPs, and host communities.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
January 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Managed the War Victims Fund (WVF) project with 50 direct and 30 indirect staff. Coordinated consortium partners, project implementation, monitoring & evaluation, advocacy, and financial management. Delivered legal, psychosocial, and physical rehabilitation services to 13,500 IDPs and affected persons across Baghdad, Basra, and Al-Anbar.
Field Monitor Consultant, Iraq (part-time) at International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI)
January 7, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Supported USAID projects by conducting field monitoring in multiple Iraqi governorates. Tasks involved data collection, field verification, staff training, quality control of monitoring activities, reporting, and liaising with monitoring companies. Conducted 768 remote monitoring processes across various sectors such as health, food security, and protection.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
October 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Managed the Safer Passage Project over six provinces with direct supervision of 6 staff and indirect management of 15 staff. Responsibilities included project implementation, training, donor and cluster coordination, budgeting, monitoring, and advocacy to support over 51,000 IDPs’ legal and protection needs in northern and central Iraq.
Project Manager at British Council (BC)
August 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Supported project delivery and management for the Tahawer project funded by the EU in Baghdad, Erbil, and Al-Najaf. Duties included managing project partners and consultants, event management, risk assessment, financial oversight, reporting, stakeholder relationship management, and developing communication strategies.
Focal point of WHHRAP, MEI, and VT programs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
November 15, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Managed Women Headed Households Relief and Advocacy Program (WHHRAP) and Micro Economic Initiative (MEI) programs in Baghdad and Diyala. Conducted fieldwork, collaborated with NGOs, supervised teams, handled financial distributions, wrote reports, and engaged with authorities to support vulnerable women and people with disabilities.
Office Manager at Al-Tamuz for General Trading
May 31, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Provided administrative and financial support, designed office policies, managed meetings, maintained correspondence and databases, supervised staff, arranged visitor accommodations, and handled translation and office equipment maintenance.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at American University / Center for Global Peace
September 16, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Translated documents, coordinated with government offices, set up meetings, maintained schedules, acted as interpreter, and managed office administration and database.
Financial Assistant at Gulf Region Division (GRD)
August 9, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Tracked contracts and financial documents, prepared reports, coordinated meetings, maintained files and databases, provided interpretation, and supported the financial team in various accounting tasks.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at Bearing Point / Iraqi Justice Integration Project
May 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Translated official documents, facilitated communication between parties, managed correspondence, organized meetings, and provided logistical support to the office.
Accountant & Project Analyst at Project & Contracting Office (PCO)
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Maintained contract status spreadsheets, prepared financial and statistical reports, managed office presentations, performed translations, handled administrative duties, and ordered office supplies.
Translator & Office Assistant at KBR / Ministries Requirements Coordination Office (MRCO)
May 19, 2004 - August 1, 2025
Translated documents, assisted ministry offices, maintained attendance and records, supported customer service activities, and provided training on computer applications.
Executive Secretary at SIDES France for Fire Fighting Vehicles
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2025
Handled commercial correspondence, organized meetings, maintained office databases, supported contract follow-up, and conducted translation and administrative duties.
Administrative Assistant at Al-Washaq Bureau for Commercial Agencies
May 31, 2000 - August 1, 2025
Prepared memos, invoices, schedules, and commercial offers; handled telephone communication; drafted official letters; and maintained office equipment and contracts.
Typist & Designer (Part-Time) at Al-Sahil Center
December 31, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Typed letters, reports, and research documents; designed covers, advertisements, and awards; managed electronic filing system; and performed general clerical duties.
Part-Time Teacher / Self-employment at Working from Home
April 30, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Taught English language to intermediate and secondary school students; prepared lesson plans, tests, and assignments; and encouraged learning in a vibrant environment.
Project Manager at Expertise France (EF)
February 11, 2024 - Present
Responsible for steering the Iraqi Women Economic Empowerment project, including planning and monitoring its implementation. Duties include coordinating with partners, managing procurement and contracts, ensuring quality control, overseeing communication strategies and monitoring and evaluation systems, and representing the organization to donors and beneficiaries. Manages a team of 7 direct staff members, coordinates activities between regional and national levels, and handles administrative and financial management per agency procedures.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led implementation and monitoring of the Pathways Home project, managing relationships with stakeholders including community leaders and government ministries. Supervised a team of 14 staff, provided technical support and training, ensured project adherence to work plans and donor requirements, managed budgets and reporting, and represented HAI in cluster and coordination meetings. Supported 157 Iraqi returnees and host communities with livelihood and mental health services across multiple governorates.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
January 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Managed the War Victims Fund project consortium with two other NGOs, overseeing strategic planning, program development, coordination, and evaluation. Supervised 80 staff members, maintained donor reporting, liaised with partners and government officials, ensured financial management of a $7.5 million budget, led consortium activities and participated in relevant cluster meetings. Delivered legal, mental health, and rehabilitation services to 13,500 IDPs and affected persons in multiple governorates.
Field Monitor Consultant, Iraq (part-time) at International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI)
January 7, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Provided consultancy to support technical practices across various divisions. Conducted field-level data collection and beneficiary engagement across governorates, delivered staff training to improve performance, verified project compliance, ensured timely and accurate data reporting, participated in reporting and meetings, monitored third-party monitoring companies, and translated monitoring tools as needed. Conducted 768 remote monitoring processes for beneficiaries across multiple Iraqi governorates.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
October 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Oversaw the Safer Passage Project across six provinces, managing implementation, supervision of 21 staff members, technical support, partner collaboration and advocacy. Ensured project activities adhered to protection principles, managed budgets and reporting, and represented HAI in coordination meetings. Delivered legal, protection, and mental health support to over 51,000 Iraqi IDPs and returnees in various governorates.
Project Manager at British Council (BC)
August 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Supported overall delivery and management of the Tahawer project through all implementation stages across three provinces. Managed inputs from partners and consultants, ensured compliance with European Commission and British Council standards, supported senior relationship management, managed events and logistics, evaluated risks, developed monitoring and evaluation, managed project communication strategies, and handled financial planning and reporting. Led project startup and inception activities and contributed to the development of the project team and framework.
Focal point of WHHRAP, MEI, and VT programs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
November 15, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Led Women Headed Households Relief and Advocacy Program and Micro Economic Initiative grants and vocational training in Baghdad and Diyala, supporting vulnerable women and persons with disabilities. Developed knowledge on women's needs, coordinated with partner NGOs and authorities, managed teams and budgets, conducted field visits and reporting, maintained communication within the organization, and delivered cash assistance and training benefiting thousands.
Office Manager at Al-Tamuz for General Trading
May 31, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Provided administrative and financial support, designed and implemented office policies, prepared materials for meetings and reports, liaised with other agencies, maintained databases and correspondence, supervised staff recruitment and orientation, managed visitors and equipment, and conducted translation works.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at American University / Center for Global Peace
September 16, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Performed translation of proposals and documents, coordinated with government offices and parliament members, organized meetings and conferences, maintained schedules, provided interpreter services, and supported office administration.
Financial Assistant at Gulf Region Division (GRD)
August 9, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Tracked and logged security contracts, coordinated across departments, prepared financial reports, maintained contract databases and files, assisted with meetings and briefings, and acted as interpreter for local contractors.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at Bearing Point / Iraqi Justice Integration Project
May 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Drafted and translated documents and reports, facilitated communication between English and Arabic speakers, coordinated administrative matters, arranged meetings, maintained office files and correspondence, and provided logistical support.
Accountant & Project Analyst at Project & Contracting Office (PCO) / Finance Office
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Maintained contract status spreadsheets, prepared financial and statistical reports, composed correspondence, managed electronic and hard copy files, translated documents, handled administrative paperwork and office supplies, and prepared presentations.
Translator & Office Assistant at KBR / Ministries Requirements Coordination Office (MRCO)
May 19, 2004 - August 1, 2025
Translated official documents, assisted ministries with agendas and memos, maintained staff time and attendance, communicated with diverse personnel, supported translation teams, ensured file security, and trained staff on computer applications.
Executive Secretary at SIDES France for Fire Fighting Vehicles
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2025
Prepared commercial correspondence, liaised with ministries, organized meetings and follow-ups, created spreadsheets and presentations, administered office activities, managed visitor priorities, maintained databases, supported translation, procured office supplies, and performed other administrative duties.
Administrative Assistant at Al-Washaq Bureau for Commercial Agencies
May 31, 2000 - August 1, 2025
Prepared memos, letters, invoices, and reports using software tools, conducted email correspondence, handled telephone communications, maintained schedules, solved office problems, ensured equipment readiness, and translated official letters.
Typist & Designer (Part-Time) at Al-Sahil Center
December 31, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Typed letters, resumes, reports, and correspondence; designed covers, advertisements, signs, and business cards; maintained computer filing systems; operated office equipment; and performed clerical duties such as photocopying and filing.
Part-Time Teacher / Self-employment at Working from Home
April 30, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Taught English language to intermediate and secondary school students, prepared lesson plans, set objectives, created assignments, and fostered a vibrant learning environment to encourage student interest and progress.
Project Manager at Expertise France (EF)
February 11, 2024 - Present
Steered the Iraqi Women Economic Empowerment project in Baghdad and Abo-Nawas, managing 7 direct staff members. Responsible for project planning, implementation monitoring, strategic direction, procurement, contract negotiation, communication strategies, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, and coordination with stakeholders including AFD and beneficiaries.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led Pathways Home project in Baghdad/Al-Qadisyah with 14 direct staff members, managing relationships with community leaders and ministry officials. Oversaw project implementation, monitoring, training, financial management, reporting, and coordination with donors GIZ. Supported 157 returnees and vulnerable communities with livelihood, mental health, and legal services.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
January 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Managed the War Victims Fund (WVF) project in Baghdad/Al-Mansour, supervising 80 staff members (50 direct, 30 indirect). Coordinated with consortium partners, managed budgets, led strategic planning and advocacy, ensured compliance with donor regulations (US DRL), and delivered legal, MHPSS, and physical rehabilitation services to 13,500 IDPs and affected persons.
Field Monitor Consultant (part-time) at International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI)
January 7, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Supported multiple USAID projects across Iraq through field data collection, beneficiary engagement, data verification, staff training, and reporting. Conducted 768 remote monitoring processes and ensured compliance with SOPs across various governorates.
Project Manager at Heartland Alliance International (HAI)
October 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Managed Safer Passage Project in six Iraqi provinces with 21 staff members. Oversaw project implementation, technical support, partner management, monitoring and evaluation, budget oversight, and reporting to US BPRM. Addressed protection, legal, GBV, and MHPSS needs of 51,112 displaced persons and returnees.
Project Manager at British Council
August 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Assisted in the delivery and management of the Tahawer project across Baghdad, Erbil, and Al-Najaf, supporting project partners and consultants. Responsible for stakeholder relationship management, event logistics, risk evaluation, financial reporting, communications, monitoring & evaluation, and final reporting to the European Commission.
Focal Point of WHHRAP, MEI, and VT Programs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
November 15, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Handled Women Headed Households Relief and Advocacy Program and Micro Economic Initiative in Baghdad and Diyala. Conducted fieldwork, needs assessments, program dissemination, financial management, stakeholder coordination, and reporting. Supported vulnerable women and persons with disabilities with grants, vocational training, and cash installments.
Office Manager at Al-Tamuz for General Trading
May 31, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Provided administrative and financial support including staff recruitment and evaluation, meeting coordination, correspondence management, database maintenance, and visitor facilitation. Ensured smooth office operations and effective communication.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at American University / Center for Global Peace
September 16, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Provided translation services, liaison with government offices, meeting coordination, agenda management, and maintained office databases.
Financial Assistant at Gulf Region Division (GRD)
August 9, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Managed financial tracking, reporting, contract updates, coordination with multiple departments, interpreter services, and file maintenance.
Translator & Administrative Assistant at Bearing Point / Iraqi Justice Integration Project
May 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Conducted document translation, meeting preparations, effective communication facilitation, and office logistics supporting the Iraqi Justice Integration Project.
Accountant & Project Analyst at Project & Contracting Office (PCO) / Finance Office
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025
Prepared financial and statistical reports, contract database management, correspondence, office presentations, translation, and administrative support.
Translator & Office Assistant at KBR / Ministries Requirements Coordination Office (MRCO)
May 19, 2004 - August 1, 2025
Translated documents for ministries, coordinated agendas and memos, maintained staff schedules, supported communication, and managed office records.
Executive Secretary at SIDES France for Fire Fighting Vehicles
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2025
Managed commercial correspondences, meetings, office administration, contract follow-ups, and translation tasks for the company.
Administrative Assistant at Al-Washaq Bureau for Commercial Agencies
May 31, 2000 - August 1, 2025
Prepared commercial documents, handled correspondence, maintained schedules, solved office issues, and translated official letters.
Typist & Designer (Part-Time) at Al-Sahil Center
December 31, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Typed documents and designed various printed materials including advertisements and business cards. Maintained office filing systems and operated office equipment.
Part-Time Teacher / Self-employment at Working from Home
April 30, 1999 - August 1, 2025
Taught English language for intermediate and secondary school levels including lesson preparation, progress evaluation, and student engagement.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Baghdad University / College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Bachelor's degree at College of Education-Baghdad University
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Bachelor's degree at Baghdad University / College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Bachelor's degree at Baghdad University / College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Bachelor's degree at Baghdad University / College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Microsoft Windows & Word
May 5, 1999 - May 5, 1999
Microsoft Excel
May 5, 2003 - May 5, 2003
Working with ICRC
July 17, 2012 - July 17, 2012
Effective presentation techniques
January 21, 2013 - January 21, 2013
Women and War
April 8, 2013 - April 8, 2013
Micro Economic Initiatives
June 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013
Assessing Economic Security - EcoSec new M1
January 24, 2015 - January 24, 2015
Security and safety
May 12, 2015 - May 12, 2015
Leading a team (LaT)
August 30, 2015 - August 30, 2015
Basic Life Support
November 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015
PMP exam preparation
February 20, 2016 - February 20, 2016
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Incidents (CBRN)
March 24, 2016 - March 24, 2016
Micro Economic Initiatives (MEI)
May 9, 2016 - May 9, 2016
Cash Transfer Programming (CTP)
February 19, 2017 - February 19, 2017
Operation Communication (OpCOM)
May 30, 2017 - May 30, 2017
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (online)
November 28, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Safety and Security (online)
December 2, 2017 - December 2, 2017
Fraud Awareness (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Child Protection (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Stakeholders' consultation
December 19, 2017 - December 19, 2017
SAP (online)
January 23, 2018 - January 23, 2018
Debate and effective communication
March 22, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Information Management (online)
April 23, 2018 - April 23, 2018
Data Analysis
May 29, 2018 - May 29, 2018
Debate with youth
July 18, 2018 - July 18, 2018
Reiki Worldwide
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Child Protection
February 24, 2019 - February 24, 2019
Psycho-education
March 25, 2019 - March 25, 2019
Referral pathway system
April 8, 2019 - April 8, 2019
Suicide and domestic violence risk assessment
May 29, 2019 - May 29, 2019
Staff support
June 12, 2019 - June 12, 2019
Parenting Skills
July 29, 2019 - July 29, 2019
Mental Health Gap Action Program mhGAP
September 8, 2019 - September 8, 2019
Donor reporting
September 11, 2019 - September 11, 2019
Provision of awareness and case management of war-related traumas
May 24, 2021 - May 24, 2021
How to write a successful proposal (online)
May 25, 2021 - May 25, 2021
First Aid training
June 10, 2021 - June 10, 2021
Stress management
June 17, 2021 - June 17, 2021
Budget drafting training
December 14, 2021 - December 14, 2021
Mental Health – Anger Management (Online)
February 14, 2022 - February 14, 2022
Mental Health – Anxiety Disorders (Online)
June 14, 2022 - June 14, 2022
Project Management System
June 22, 2022 - June 22, 2022
Self-care workshop
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Safeguarding Essentials
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Training of trainers course (TOT)
August 17, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Member of the Iraqi Translators Association
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Microsoft Windows & Word Training
May 5, 1999 - May 5, 1999
Microsoft Excel Training
May 5, 2003 - May 5, 2003
Effective Presentation Techniques / ICRC
January 21, 2013 - January 21, 2013
Women and War / ICRC
April 8, 2013 - April 8, 2013
Micro Economic Initiatives / ICRC
June 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013
Assessing Economic Security / ICRC
January 24, 2015 - January 24, 2015
Security and Safety / ICRC
May 12, 2015 - May 12, 2015
Leading a Team / ICRC
August 30, 2015 - August 30, 2015
Basic Life Support / ICRC
November 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015
PMP Exam Preparation
February 20, 2016 - February 20, 2016
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Incidents / ICRC
March 24, 2016 - March 24, 2016
Micro Economic Initiatives / ICRC
May 9, 2016 - May 9, 2016
Cash Transfer Programming / ICRC
February 19, 2017 - February 19, 2017
Operation Communication / ICRC
May 30, 2017 - May 30, 2017
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (online) / British Council
November 28, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Safety and Security (online) / British Council
December 2, 2017 - December 2, 2017
Fraud Awareness (online) / British Council
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Child Protection (online) / British Council
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Stakeholders' Consultation / British Council
December 19, 2017 - December 19, 2017
SAP (online) / British Council
January 23, 2018 - January 23, 2018
Debate and Effective Communication / British Council
March 22, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Information Management (online) / British Council
April 23, 2018 - April 23, 2018
Data Analysis / British Council
May 29, 2018 - May 29, 2018
Debate with Youth / British Council
July 18, 2018 - July 18, 2018
Reiki Worldwide / Heartland Alliance International
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Child Protection / Heartland Alliance International
February 24, 2019 - February 24, 2019
Psycho-education / Heartland Alliance International
March 25, 2019 - March 25, 2019
Referral Pathway System / Heartland Alliance International
April 8, 2019 - April 8, 2019
Suicide and Domestic Violence Risk Assessment / Heartland Alliance International
May 29, 2019 - May 29, 2019
Staff Support / Heartland Alliance International
June 12, 2019 - June 12, 2019
Parenting Skills / Heartland Alliance International
July 29, 2019 - July 29, 2019
Mental Health Gap Action Program mhGAP / Heartland Alliance International
September 8, 2019 - September 8, 2019
Donor Reporting / Heartland Alliance International
September 11, 2019 - September 11, 2019
Provision of Awareness and Case Management of War-Related Traumas / Heartland Alliance International
May 24, 2021 - May 24, 2021
How to Write a Successful Proposal (online)
May 25, 2021 - May 25, 2021
First Aid Training / Heartland Alliance International
June 10, 2021 - June 10, 2021
Stress Management / Heartland Alliance International
June 17, 2021 - June 17, 2021
Budget Drafting Training / Heartland Alliance International
December 14, 2021 - December 14, 2021
Mental Health – Anger Management (Online) / Heartland Alliance International
February 14, 2022 - February 14, 2022
Mental Health – Anxiety Disorders (Online) / Heartland Alliance International
June 14, 2022 - June 14, 2022
Project Management System / Heartland Alliance International
June 22, 2022 - June 22, 2022
Self-care Workshop / Heartland Alliance International
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Safeguarding Essentials / Kaya / Online Training Course
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Training of Trainers Course (TOT) / Online Training Course
August 17, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Microsoft Windows & Word
May 5, 1999 - May 5, 1999
Microsoft Excel
May 5, 2003 - May 5, 2003
Working with ICRC
July 17, 2012 - July 17, 2012
Effective presentation techniques
January 21, 2013 - January 21, 2013
Women and War
April 8, 2013 - April 8, 2013
Micro Economic Initiatives
June 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013
Assessing Economic Security - EcoSec new M1
January 24, 2015 - January 24, 2015
Security and safety
May 12, 2015 - May 12, 2015
Leading a team (LaT)
August 30, 2015 - August 30, 2015
Basic Life Support
November 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015
PMP exam preparation
February 20, 2016 - February 20, 2016
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Incidents (CBRN)
March 24, 2016 - March 24, 2016
Micro Economic Initiatives (MEI)
May 9, 2016 - May 9, 2016
Cash Transfer Programming (CTP)
February 19, 2017 - February 19, 2017
Operation Communication (OpCOM)
May 30, 2017 - May 30, 2017
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (online)
November 28, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Safety and Security (online)
December 2, 2017 - December 2, 2017
Fraud Awareness (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Child Protection (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Stakeholders' consultation
December 19, 2017 - December 19, 2017
SAP (online)
January 23, 2018 - January 23, 2018
Debate and effective communication
March 22, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Information Management (online)
April 23, 2018 - April 23, 2018
Data Analysis
May 29, 2018 - May 29, 2018
Debate with youth
July 18, 2018 - July 18, 2018
Reiki Worldwide
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Child Protection
February 24, 2019 - February 24, 2019
Psycho-education
March 25, 2019 - March 25, 2019
Referral pathway system
April 8, 2019 - April 8, 2019
Suicide and domestic violence risk assessment
May 29, 2019 - May 29, 2019
Staff support
June 12, 2019 - June 12, 2019
Parenting Skills
July 29, 2019 - July 29, 2019
Mental Health Gap Action Program mhGAP
September 8, 2019 - September 8, 2019
Donor reporting
September 11, 2019 - September 11, 2019
Provision of awareness and case management of war-related traumas
May 24, 2021 - May 24, 2021
How to write a successful proposal (online)
May 25, 2021 - May 25, 2021
First Aid training
June 10, 2021 - June 10, 2021
Stress management
June 17, 2021 - June 17, 2021
Budget drafting training
December 14, 2021 - December 14, 2021
Mental Health – Anger Management (Online)
February 14, 2022 - February 14, 2022
Mental Health – Anxiety Disorders (Online)
June 14, 2022 - June 14, 2022
Project Management System
June 22, 2022 - June 22, 2022
Self-care workshop
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Safeguarding Essentials
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Training of trainers course (TOT)
August 17, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Microsoft Windows & Word
May 5, 1999 - May 5, 1999
Microsoft Excel
May 5, 2003 - May 5, 2003
Working with ICRC
July 17, 2012 - July 17, 2012
Effective presentation techniques
January 21, 2013 - January 21, 2013
Women and War
April 8, 2013 - April 8, 2013
Micro Economic Initiatives
June 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013
Assessing Economic Security - EcoSec new M1
January 24, 2015 - January 24, 2015
Security and safety
May 12, 2015 - May 12, 2015
Leading a team (LaT)
August 30, 2015 - August 30, 2015
Basic Life Support
November 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015
PMP exam preparation
February 20, 2016 - February 20, 2016
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Incidents (CBRN)
March 24, 2016 - March 24, 2016
Micro Economic Initiatives (MEI)
May 9, 2016 - May 9, 2016
Cash Transfer Programming (CTP)
February 19, 2017 - February 19, 2017
Operation Communication (OpCOM)
May 30, 2017 - May 30, 2017
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (online)
November 28, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Safety and Security (online)
December 2, 2017 - December 2, 2017
Fraud Awareness (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Child Protection (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Stakeholders' consultation
December 19, 2017 - December 19, 2017
SAP (online)
January 23, 2018 - January 23, 2018
Debate and effective communication
March 22, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Information Management (online)
April 23, 2018 - April 23, 2018
Data Analysis
May 29, 2018 - May 29, 2018
Debate with youth
July 18, 2018 - July 18, 2018
Reiki Worldwide
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Child Protection
February 24, 2019 - February 24, 2019
Psycho-education
March 25, 2019 - March 25, 2019
Referral pathway system
April 8, 2019 - April 8, 2019
Suicide and domestic violence risk assessment
May 29, 2019 - May 29, 2019
Staff support
June 12, 2019 - June 12, 2019
Parenting Skills
July 29, 2019 - July 29, 2019
Mental Health Gap Action Program mhGAP
September 8, 2019 - September 8, 2019
Donor reporting
September 11, 2019 - September 11, 2019
Provision of awareness and case management of war-related traumas
May 24, 2021 - May 24, 2021
How to write a successful proposal (online)
May 25, 2021 - May 25, 2021
First Aid training
June 10, 2021 - June 10, 2021
Stress management
June 17, 2021 - June 17, 2021
Budget drafting training
December 14, 2021 - December 14, 2021
Mental Health – Anger Management (Online)
February 14, 2022 - February 14, 2022
Mental Health – Anxiety Disorders (Online)
June 14, 2022 - June 14, 2022
Project Management System
June 22, 2022 - June 22, 2022
Self-care workshop
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Safeguarding Essentials (Online Training Course)
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Training of trainers course (TOT) (Online Training Course)
August 17, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Microsoft Windows & Word Training
May 5, 1999 - May 5, 1999
Microsoft Excel Training
May 5, 2003 - May 5, 2003
Working with ICRC Training
July 17, 2012 - July 17, 2012
Effective Presentation Techniques
January 21, 2013 - January 21, 2013
Women and War Training
April 8, 2013 - April 8, 2013
Micro Economic Initiatives Training
June 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013
Assessing Economic Security - EcoSec new M1
January 24, 2015 - January 24, 2015
Security and Safety Training
May 12, 2015 - May 12, 2015
Leading a Team (LaT)
August 30, 2015 - August 30, 2015
Basic Life Support
November 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015
PMP Exam Preparation
February 20, 2016 - February 20, 2016
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Incidents (CBRN)
March 24, 2016 - March 24, 2016
Micro Economic Initiatives (MEI)
May 9, 2016 - May 9, 2016
Cash Transfer Programming (CTP)
February 19, 2017 - February 19, 2017
Operation Communication (OpCOM)
May 30, 2017 - May 30, 2017
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (online)
November 28, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Safety and Security (online)
December 2, 2017 - December 2, 2017
Fraud Awareness (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Child Protection (online)
December 7, 2017 - December 7, 2017
Stakeholders' Consultation
December 19, 2017 - December 19, 2017
SAP (online)
January 23, 2018 - January 23, 2018
Debate and Effective Communication
March 22, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Information Management (online)
April 23, 2018 - April 23, 2018
Data Analysis
May 29, 2018 - May 29, 2018
Debate with Youth
July 18, 2018 - July 18, 2018
Reiki Worldwide
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Child Protection
February 24, 2019 - February 24, 2019
Psycho-education
March 25, 2019 - March 25, 2019
Referral Pathway System
April 8, 2019 - April 8, 2019
Suicide and Domestic Violence Risk Assessment
May 29, 2019 - May 29, 2019
Staff Support
June 12, 2019 - June 12, 2019
Parenting Skills
July 29, 2019 - July 29, 2019
Mental Health Gap Action Program (mhGAP)
September 8, 2019 - September 8, 2019
Donor Reporting
September 11, 2019 - September 11, 2019
Provision of Awareness and Case Management of War-Related Traumas
May 24, 2021 - May 24, 2021
How to Write a Successful Proposal (online)
May 25, 2021 - May 25, 2021
First Aid Training
June 10, 2021 - June 10, 2021
Stress Management
June 17, 2021 - June 17, 2021
Budget Drafting Training
December 14, 2021 - December 14, 2021
Mental Health – Anger Management (Online)
February 14, 2022 - February 14, 2022
Mental Health – Anxiety Disorders (Online)
June 14, 2022 - June 14, 2022
Project Management System
June 22, 2022 - June 22, 2022
Self-care Workshop
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Safeguarding Essentials
August 14, 2022 - August 14, 2022
Training of Trainers Course (TOT)
August 17, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Member of the Iraqi Translators Association
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025

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Non-Profit Organization, Education, Government, Professional Services, Healthcare, Other