I am a high-performing humanitarian professional with 11 years of experience in project management, fundraising, and C-level administration, dedicated to delivering impact for communities in crisis. I have a strong track record partnering with major donors such as the EU, UN, USAID, and leading foundations, and I thrive on building collaborative relationships, managing campaigns, and turning insights into action.

Raya Ayoub

I am a high-performing humanitarian professional with 11 years of experience in project management, fundraising, and C-level administration, dedicated to delivering impact for communities in crisis. I have a strong track record partnering with major donors such as the EU, UN, USAID, and leading foundations, and I thrive on building collaborative relationships, managing campaigns, and turning insights into action.

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I am a high-performing humanitarian professional with 11 years of experience in project management, fundraising, and C-level administration, dedicated to delivering impact for communities in crisis.
I have a strong track record partnering with major donors such as the EU, UN, USAID, and leading foundations, and I thrive on building collaborative relationships, managing campaigns, and turning insights into action.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Public Engagement, Communications, and Creative Services Program Coordinator at Skoll Foundation
July 1, 2025 - Present
In this role I coordinate calendars, book meetings, process expense reports and invoices, contribute to social media and communications campaigns, and support research across multiple projects. I manage information flow and confidential documents, draft communications on behalf of executives, organize events, track deadlines, monitor project timelines, assist with budgeting, and update data in spreadsheets and CRM systems such as Salesforce.
Project Administrative Associate at CETECOM, Inc.
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Processed Purchase Orders (POs) via Concur, managed external communications, supported bi-weekly management updates, provided executive assistance to the Deputy Lab Manager and Director of Regulatory Services, conducted research to inform decisions, processed invoices and POs with vendor accuracy, and oversaw the PMT integration with updated project documents.
Regional Project Officer/ Partnership and Communication Coordinator at Protestant Agency for Diakonie and Development
October 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Directed grant and project implementation with monthly partner portfolio reviews; monitored deadlines and milestones; served as Complaints and Accountability Focal Point for ongoing grants; researched potential donors; coordinated fundraising campaigns and events; identified gaps in project management and delivered effective solutions for local partners; maintained grants database and prepared donor reports; developed partner profiles and drafted partnership agreements to ensure legal compliance.
Senior Livelihoods Officer at Danish Refugee Council
February 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Coordinated with Technical Advisor and field teams to implement project activities and manage grants; led staff development through training; produced materials with the design team; oversaw grant cycles and approval procedures; coordinated data collection efforts and donor engagement for sponsorships and matching gifts.
Community Mobilization Officer at Danish Refugee Council
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Facilitated workshops and trainings; built relationships with stakeholders; collaborated with INGO partners to establish sustainable livelihood solutions; supported youth and women in rights awareness; researched potential donors and grant opportunities.
Social Officer at Jordan Red Crescent Society / German Red Cross
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Facilitated client support and referrals; translated internal referral manual; guided team on timelines; developed policies to ensure regulatory compliance; drafted investigation reports with corrective action recommendations.
Social Worker - Case Manager at Humanity and Inclusion
February 1, 2014 - August 1, 2015
Strengthened partnerships with NGOs and authorities to optimize grant sustenance; tracked group activities and individual cases; translated Arabic-English reports; analyzed refugee issues; developed an effective referral network.
Remote Keyboard Developer (Volunteer) at Translation Commons
July 1, 2024 - Present
Volunteer keyboard developer: provided translation support from Arabic to English; collaborated with community leaders and technical activists to define project goals and engage with the keyboard requester community for testing and feedback.
Social Officer at Jordan Red Crescent society/ German Red Cross
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Provided client support and referrals; developed and translated internal referral manual for volunteers; guided team; developed and ensured compliance with policies and procedures.
Keyboard Developer (Volunteer) at Translation Commons
July 1, 2024 - Present
Remote voluntary role: translation support from Arabic to English; collaborated with community leaders to define project goals and provided feedback to testers.

Education

M.A. in Translation at Yarmouk University
January 1, 2018 - December 21, 2025
B.A. in English for Specific Purposes at Jordan University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2014 - December 21, 2025
M.A. in Translation at Yarmouk University
January 1, 2018 - December 21, 2025
B.A. in English for Specific Purposes at Jordan University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2014 - December 21, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education