Gerald Johnson Email & Phone Number

This is a senior leadership role, and currently, I am working as Head of Response for the Syria Response. As a Syria Senior Management Team member, I am responsible for development and emergency programming and operations management, including team management, local partners management, security, donor liaison, stakeholder engagement, strategy development and security management for operations across northern Syria. Furthermore, I am responsible for ensuring program integration across all active grants, designing program integration across all active grants to design a realistic and holistic nexus program for Syria. Currently, I am managing a large emergency and development program portfolio funded by bilateral and institutional donors.

Afghanistan

As the Program Policy officer for the Faizabad AO, I provide leadership, technical oversight, and guidance for WFP Afghanistan on all key SO1, S02, and SO3 with a monthly caseload of over 2.5 M households within the strategic framework of WFP and the Afghanistan program. Participate in the review of monitoring & evaluation tools, technical backstopping, and support to the cooperating partners, ensuring the response activities are context-adaptive and conflict sensitive.

Mogadishu, Somalia

Led the World Bank-funded commercial contract - Somalia Crisis Recover Program (SCRP) - as a Sr. Manager; I was responsible for leading the start-up of the WB commercial contract and ensuring that all WB requirements as of the start-up were complied with and completed within the planned timelines. I was also responsible for leading the Project Implementation Team (PIT) and coordinating technical advisors, partners, and government for the on-time, on-target, and to-standard implementation of the World Bank-funded Somalia Crisis Recovery program.

Gaziantep, Turkey

As Head of Programs, I am responsible for planning, developing, and implementing WHH programs; as well to provide leadership and strategic direction for the design of WHH Turkey CP strategic frameworks and plans, including the development of resource mobilization strategies to optimize the impact of large and complex programming interventions in line with regional and WHH strategic priorities.

Iraq

As Head of the office for Syria response based in Amuda and responsible for filed offices in Raqqa, Derik, and Hasskeh. I am responsible for leading all aspects of Northern Syria (N.W. and N.E. Syria) area management and contribute to the development of programming, including program and budget development and management, agency coordination, partner engagement and representation and management of support service functions (H.R., Finance, Awards, Admin, Logs, and S&S) teams. Apart from this, I also work as a technical shared source and have overall responsibility and management of humanitarian/early recovery, cash and market-based programming, SGBV/protection, and representation at different coordination fora's.

Amman Governorate, Jordan

As FSL Advisor of Syria, I was responsible for providing direction and technical support in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of CARE Syria Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) strategy and all FSL interventions across Syria to ensure the provision of high-quality implementation. Took the lead for providing technical and advisory services across all programming hub under WoS structure in areas such as cash transfer programs, value chain development, household economic security, and market assessments to ensure livelihoods technical approaches are backed with robust root cause analysis, evidence-based and contextually appropriate programming choices, gender-sensitive and promotes empowerment. Technically managed and advised on a diverse portfolio.Apart from this, I represented CARE of Syria as a member representative at the Syria resilience consortium and was primarily responsible for facilitating communication channels between the PCU and member agencies. This role also required prompt flow of information between the PCU and member agencies, including program and consortium updates, deliverables and activities, compliance questions, security, and access concerns, etc.… support consortium on researches, assessments, and technical support and to provide technical briefings and information to CARE Syria country director to support effective decision making at the Steering Committee level.

Jordan

As the technical lead for cash, livelihood, and distribution sector manager for Syria refugee response in Jordan; I was responsible for development and improvement of the WVI cash, distributions, and livelihoods programs strategy; lead in the development and implementation of markets assessments including labor market assessments and value chain assessments and oversee implementation of all WVI Jordan cash and livelihoods program activities implemented in Jordan. This role also required providing operational and programmatic support for the effective and successful design, implementation, strategic planning, reporting, and design and monitoring & evaluation and technically manage cash and livelihoods Senior Officers; provide ongoing support, coaching, and capacity development opportunities. Identify issues, problems, and/or concerns affecting the program with the cash and livelihoods projects team and present recommendations for WVI's cash and Livelihoods Programs in Jordan.

Sudan - North Darfur

Responsible for the overall development, management and quality of the Food Security, CMC and WASH projects some of the main task are:Project management: Supervision of the overall quality of the project implementation and management of tools used in the activities.Provision of technical and operational supervision to the field teams; Regular communication with the Head of Mission on the progress of the project implementation.Human resource management: Selection, supervision and management of the technical team through definition of responsibilities, evaluation of technical capacities, and training/capacity building as needed.Coordination and representation of the Organization: Carry out representation and coordination duties in cluster/sector meetings; represent COOPI in technical meetings with donors and stakeholders.Planning and technical tools development: Promote and develop new and innovative technical approaches. Improve the organisation’s technical expertise in Sudan. Capitalise innovative experiences.

Amman

Manage and oversee the food program management functions, including technical, human resources and finance.Contribute to continuous program development, institutional memory, and experience-sharing in accordance with the guidelines and principles set in the strategic guidelines of IRJ. Develop and maintain sound partner relationships with project beneficiaries through the regular visit, continuous follow-up, technical support and representationEnsure that appropriate project policy, practices and systems are in place.Work closely with project staff to develop implementation plans, worksheets, and reports.Lead the food program team and demonstrate leadership skills to mobilize staff toward a shared vision and mission.Build the capacity of the food program staff and ensure that they work in adherence to food distribution in emergencies.Ensure that security measures are taken at the field level.Responsible to meet all the donor deliverable deadlines for the reports, voucher reconciliation and any other requested data.Set a structural approach to assess retailers and ensure that selection is done on the highest objectivity level.Develop a strategy for retailer management and compliance system to ensure that retailers are abiding with IRJ agreements.

Sindh Pakistan

As Project manager for FSL, I was responsible for leading, developing, and supporting FSL program strategy outcomes; plan and develop food security and livelihood activities such as assessment & surveillance interventions, cash-based interventions, food aid interventions, and income-generating activities. Lead technical sectoral input to fundraising initiatives; needs assessments, project implementation, monitoring, and reporting and project evaluations; provide sector data analysis and trend tracking to support contextually relevant project design; and represent the program to relevant external audiences, including cluster coordination meetings, donor meetings, other NGOs and relevant local government departments. Successfully managed multisectoral food security and livelihood grant funded by the Sottish Government, Global Affairs Canada, and U.K. Aid worth 6M USD annually.

Pakistan

As the program manager for the humanitarian portfolio for Caritas Pakistan. I was responsible for providing situation analysis, identifying gaps and protection needs, and making proposals/concept notes within the framework of Caritas's core activities, taking into account the specific needs of the affected population on-site and/or in host communities. This role required to provide management, guidance, and technical oversight of the market-based response project. Throughout the project, cycle to ensure project design, start-up, implementation, and close-out are in line with Carita's quality principles and standards, donor guidelines, and industry best practices. Oversee and lead the technical assistance and capacity-strengthening activities in food assistance and the distribution of NFI supplies via e-vouchers for staff and partner organizations to enhance program quality and impact. I was also responsible for contributing to the proactive pursuit of opportunities for new funding to ensure the growth of the C.P. emergency sector portfolio and collaboration with other humanitarian stakeholders, develop and ensure that the relevant assistance is provided and suited to the humanitarian context.

Pakistan

 Develop audit plans and internal control system for the Caritas Pakistan office based on risk assessments.  Conducts audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of organizational operations using professional audit standards and practices. Examining various departmental records and interviews staff to ensure accurate recording of transactions and compliance with the Caritas Pakistan policies and procedures.  Inspecting accounting systems to determine their efficiency and protective value in the recording and management of organization resources. Reviewing records pertaining to fixed and movable assets to determine degree to which they are effectively, efficiently and economically utilized.  Analyzing data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in internal controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, and non-compliance with country laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures. Ensure that audit programs and work practices are in compliance with the generally Accepted Auditing Standards for Funding and caritas Pakistan Financial Manual Internal Audit policies and procedures. Advise management on the formulation of risk management strategies and policies and all operations areas of the organization with a view of ensuring all management policies adequately  Mitigate the risks identified – this role will not include the development of the actual policies and systems. Work in collaboration with Caritas Pakistan Hyderabad management in minimizing financial and operational risks. Review office financial systems and report on compliance with the caritas Pakistan Financial Policies and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices. Carry out special audits and investigations. Issue reports, within allotted timeframe, of audit results from all internal audits and special investigations carried out.

 Perform analysis on Vigilance Fraud Application data. Ensure vigilance functions for all SEMM products. Ensure Risk Management Regulation procedure and strict compliance of policies are followed and implemented. To update fraudulent application case in database with preparation of all relevant documents. Investigation on suspected Vigilance case (SEMM Products). Preparation of Vigilance & Investigation monthly & quarterly MIS. Conducts initial investigations on CMM cases. Preparations of Investigation file note / memo. Ensure strict compliance of procedures and policies. Suggest policy related recommendation to Manager in view of vigilance fraud. Maintenance of Fraud Database for Fraud Application on case to case basis. Meeting with customer regarding complaint / queries. Conducts physical verifications for investigations and vigilance cases. Conducting investigations with internal/ external applicants or customers. Retrieval of applications for all products. Maintaining departmental administrative issues. Surprise visit at branch for return mails review (Once a month). Surprise visit in Collection department (Once a month). Surprise visit in branch for process review (Once a month). Visit to customer for stock evaluation (Quarterly Visit). Timely decisions on fraudulent activities. Fraud awareness training Internal / External audience. Coordination with related departments. Daily MIS and updates of vigilance. Monthly MIS and updates of Vigilance functions. Minimize losses and maintain customer satisfaction level.

 Streamlining Fraud Reporting to Association.  Streamlining Fraud Reporting to Central Bank. Streamlining Fraud Reporting to Region. Overall Capacity planning and Hiring of FRMU. Overall Manpower & expense budgeting for FRMU. Review internal controls and processes. Cross validation of Processes to measure accuracy of work. Departmental Control functions. Monthly reviewing and maintenance of parameters against card performance indicators with changes for improvement in card performance and reduction in association penalties/ fees. Reviewing of Skimmed card accounts on monthly basis. Reviewing of Balances on fraud blocks. Analysis on Authorization as well Fraud data on monthly basis. Preparation of Presentations on monthly basis.

Worked as "Officer Card Authorization & Fraud Detection" with Standard Charted Bank To facilitate the cardholders in getting the approval on referrals and to review card account activities.Timely report reviewing to minimize fraudulent exposure against credit card accounts.Facilitate SCB cardholders 24 HRS; 7 days a week to provide smoothly approvals on referrals.Provide backend support to branches for getting approvals on credit card cash with drawls. (Referrals). Provide approvals to inter department on request. To ensure that all the relevant documentation is attached with processed transactions. To verify proper security checks from cardholder during approval process. Process cancellation request provided by acquiring bank/ call centre.Establish good liaison with other local and International acquirers.Provide approvals against International credit card at Local branches.Maintain departmental administrative issues.Send responses against confirmation faxes received from different acquirers.Support the Local acquiring banks in approval phase by providing verification of

To develop marketing action plans that clearly define objectives, goals, schedules and assignments to implement and achieve targeted opportunities To provide recommendations for improving or adding new product designs and assists with new product developmentPrepares and/or reviews discusses feasibility with product development committee; develops and oversees preparation of upcoming projects.Prepares and updates as required, the company's marketing plans and marketing reports. Maintains a marketing diary with copies of ads, promotions, etc.Plans and implements the company's advertising and promotion activities. Responsibilities including copyrighting, design, layout, and production of supporting marketing literature. Conducts studies of sales methods and policies, including collecting information on sales by geographical areas, population changes and seasonal sales trends. Designs questionnaires, determine the method of the study, analyzes and codes results and makes the final report and recommendations. Assists and coordinates sales programs and special projects such as trades shows, seminars, and new product promotions.Coordinates public relations activities on behalf of the company including news and product releases to the media, customer newsletters and maintaining relations with industry trade associations.

Master'S Degree - In Progress, Sociology

Cfe, Fraud Prevention, Investigation, Law

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Economics

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.), Business/Commerce, General

Hsc, Intermediate Pre- Engineering

Ssc, Matriculation

Activities and Societies: Prefect