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Turkey, Lebanon, Ukraine

Oversee global operations, including program development, fundraising, finance, and administration. Monitor INARA's performance, making data-driven adjustments to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations across various countries.Manage the organization's financial health, including budgeting, financial planning, and reporting. Uphold transparent, accountable financial practices, complying with audit requirements. Make financial decisions aligned with INARA's mission while ensuring fiscal responsibility.Recruit, mentor, and lead a dedicated team, fostering excellence and collaboration. Promote professional development and create a supportive work environment.Establish strategic partnerships with humanitarian organizations, collaborate on initiatives, and manage agreements.Work with program teams to develop humanitarian initiatives, oversee execution, and engage in advocacy.Support the board president in collaborating with the Board of Directors, providing updates, and facilitating communication.Develop fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, lead grant-writing efforts, and explore diverse funding opportunities.Collaborate with the INARA board president to define a clear strategic vision and mission, aligning them with the organization's values and objectives. Lead the development and execution of strategic plans, ensuring alignment with INARA's mission. Provide guidance to the Senior Management Team (SMT) and staff, fostering alignment with the strategic direction.

Gaziantep, Turkey

Day-to-day management and oversight of INARA’s Turkey operations and program activities.Provide direct management to the heads of sections (case management, finance, and communications), ensuring work is delivered promptly.Support the Fundraising & Development Coordinator in proposal writing and granting-making processes, including budget development.Seek local funding and fundraising opportunities in Turkey.Coordinate with INARA’s local board in Turkey (through the locally registered organization) to engage them in developing fundraising opportunities and keep them informed on progress.Maintain and develop INARA’s medical, humanitarian, and other partnerships for enhanced collaborative work. This includes ensuring INARA is represented within the humanitarian community in Turkey.Ensure that INARA’s policies, systems, and guidelines are implemented and adhered to across the organization in Turkey. This includes an adaptation of the operating system when necessary.Ensure that INARA meets its responsibilities to its donors and maintains transparency in its operations.Ensure that the Turkey country program is implemented within budget.Responsible for training and personal development of the staff.Uphold INARA’s HR policy and encompass an HR function in coordination with Turkey and Lebanon's finance and administration staff.Responsible for ensuring quality and accountability to INARA’s beneficiaries, including upholding the beneficiary-centered casework process and M&E tools.Represent INARA when required in the local and international press, internal communications, and external events in coordination with the Communications Manager.Ensure that INARA’s operations encompass the fundamental principles of the organization, including putting the best interest of the child first and child protection standards.

Istanbul, Turkey

Responsible for planning, organization, and direction of the organization’s operations and programs.Develops and implements consistent inventory and cost accounting policies, procedures, and operational reporting/metrics.Oversees and reports on the organization’s results for board of directors.Prepares accurate and timely analyses that capture and communicate fundraising results, variances, and performance trends.Provides leadership to and manages the efforts of site staff to ensure appropriate support of all departments.Supervises the development of operations-based financial modeling.Coordinates and leads annual budget reviews, monthly and quarterly reviews, and periodic forecast updates with operational and senior management for all locations.Approves major systems implementations related to cost and inventory control.Retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and volunteers by providing career coaching, growth, and personal development for workers.Ensures that services and funding relationships are robust enough to meet or exceed strategic goals and objectives.

Istanbul, Turkey

Developed resource mobilization and grant management policies.Developed programs and projects to attract donor funding.Mapped institutional funding context within which the organization operated, including potential donors, grant-giving organizations and sponsors, available funding, and ongoing funding reforms.Identified opportunities for engaging with sponsors, donors, and grant-giving international and national organizations.Developed expressions of interest, concept notes, project proposals, and other related documents as and when required.

Afghanistan

Supported the Afghanistan Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on the organization's development, including its structure, policies, and plans. Held strategic planning sessions with ACC staff and key stakeholders to guide the development of policies and plans. Assisted the ACC in assessing the 2017-2018 Anti-Corruption strategy and developing the 2020-2024 national anti-corruption strategy. Assisted the ACC in developing ministry/entity action plans and monitoring and evaluating strategy.Served as a focal point for International Community and communication with Anti-Corruption donors in Afghanistan.Developed donor-funded projects to attract funding for the ACC.Advised the ACC chairmen on the strategic and institutional matters as and when required.

Afghanistan

Conducted Vulnerability to Corruption Assessments (Social Science Research) in the International Development Programs and Government of Afghanistan entities.Conducted inquiries on issues of public concern, for instance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs employment and deployments process and the collapse of Kabul Bank.Published over 100 research reports, including 1400 reform recommendations.Published periodic monitoring and evaluation reports of the MEC reform recommendations implemented by the Government and International Development Programs.Directed and managed the staff of MEC's Secretariat and all related resources; provided high-quality advice to MEC, including policy, legal, and organizational; Directed and overseen the monitoring and evaluation activities of the Secretariat in support of the Committee; developed and maintained strong relationships with government, the international community, donors, civil society, and other stakeholdersDeveloped regular reports, including six-month reports, accountability reports, and special reports on specific subjects.

Supervised the day-to-day operations of the human resource and admin teams focusing on mentoring teams and building their capacity. Ensured the program is compliant with all USAID rules and regulations. And assisted with reviewing sub-grantees reports to ensure accuracy; ensure proper grant close-out procedures in line with sub-grants requirements policies and procedures and USAID rules and regulations. Ensured that both FHI360 and USAID rules and regulations are adequately understood and adhered to by all sub-grantees. Reviewed all procurement packages (sub-grants vendor contracts etc.) to ensure compliance with all US government regulations and FHI360 policy prior to the COP’s approval and/or submission to HQ.Led the development and/or revisions of key HR policies and personnel manual ensuring their adherence to local labor laws and overseeing the implementation of the policies and procedures including staff training and accountability mechanisms

As the Assistant Country Director, Program Support (ACD PS) provided leadership and direction and took responsibility for the entire Country Office (CO) support processes and functions.Supervised the implementation of procurement activities to ensure adherence to policy and procedures, cost efficiency, and timely receipt of materials, equipment, and services. Supervised the management of the CO and sub-offices to ensure appropriate maintenance, repair, organization, and follow-up of the lease agreements. Supervised the management, maintenance, and usage of communications, including internet connectivity, mobile phones, etc., and ensured that equipment was maintained efficiently and effectively by the staff in all offices. Developed, reviewed, and updated human resource and administrative policies and procedures (compliant with CARE systems) and ensured they were effective, efficient, fair, and transparent.Promoted equal opportunities and compliance with local labor laws. Identified and recruited new and replacement staff, including scheduling contract extensions, new contracts, and necessary terminations. Ensured a complete orientation package was in place and that all new staff were oriented on time. Assessed training and development needs of staff.Assisted the program unit in the development of grant proposals and projects.

Kabul

Created an inclusive, equitable, and empowering learning environment for all participants with a focus on women’s interests Developed new programmatic activities across provinces and the local environment relating to entrepreneurship, business, advocacy, and leadership development Built existing programmatic activities across provinces and locally to engage new audiences through the use of technologies, learning models, and new strategically aligned audiences Increased engagement across different levels for stakeholders, alumni, funders, advisors, donors, managers, participants, students, and supporters.Assisted in research activities for programming, including establishing metrics, data measurement, and long-term studies to support the mission of ICAWED.Directed activities related to budget and financial aspects of programming, including developing and executing grants, budget forecasting, and regular financial reviews and reporting.Pursued external funding through grant writing, including developing new programs and projects for sponsorship, short-term funded projects, and long-term funded programming.Improved external communications across all traditional and social media channels, including developing internal marketing communications materials for digital and print products.Developed internal activities for ICAWED and AUAF, including seminars, internships, mentoring relationships, alumni-based projects, outreach, and other activities supporting social and women-based entrepreneurship.

Led Disaster Risk assessments, program design, strategic development, coordination, fundraising, recruitment, evaluations, accountability, and learning. Played a leadership role within the country program through 360o support to colleagues. Ensured that adequate Disaster Risk Reduction interventions were efficiently in place, functional, and in compliance with the critical principles of Save the Children as a child rights-based organization committed to the 'full spectrum' programming from sudden onset emergencies to long-term developmental work. Assured the country office that capacity building on crucial DRR/EP programmatic areas is adequate by providing both theoretical and mentoring guidanceEnsured the country office DRR programs strategically partnered with Government and humanitarian counterparts on coordination, advocacy, and the ongoing development of DRR/EP systems in Afghanistan. Represented SCI Afghanistan and its DRR/EP programs to donors, government counterparts, and other key stakeholders on national and global levels.

Ensured that the organization developed strong partnerships necessary to deliver sustainable, responsive, and legitimate programs; program interventions strengthened an enabling environment that reduces risks of vulnerability and provides children with opportunities to develop and thrive.Developed the Country's Strategic Plan (CSP) and ensured that Area Strategic Plans supplemented and complemented the CSPLed and established monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to help measure the organization's progress towards its core outcomes; monitored programs for compliance through participation in auditing, regular reporting, frequent communications, and routine on-site visits; provided guidance and implemented corrective action as necessary.Ensured that the national office and its affiliated partners complied with the terms and conditions of all awards, grants, and NSPs; Provided timely documentation and situation analysis reports of active programs for review by authorities and other key personnel, ensuring that ChildFund International's core outcomes and areas of excellence were clearly outlined.Overseen and coordinated the technical review of reports (quarterly and annual) donor reports and technical papers to ensure the highest quality possible in conformity with organizational and donor requirements.Ensured that national office commitment developed in the AOPB was aligned with the organizational funding model and that all affiliates received and accounted for required funds for the implementation of planned activities; Ensured that the affiliates developed the annual budget and AOP consistent with the organization's policies and/or donor requirements.Overseen linkages between the national office program team and technical support at the regional and headquarters level.

Kabul, Afghanistan

The Afghanistan Institute of Banking and Finance is owned by the Central Bank of Afghanistan, Afghanistan Banks Association, and Microfinance Investment Support Facility for Afghanistan. it is funded by World Bank, USAID and DFID/HARAKAT. http://www.aibf.afThe Afghanistan Institute of Banking and Finance is owned by the Central Bank of Afghanistan, the Afghanistan Banks Association, and the Microfinance Investment Support Facility for Afghanistan. It is funded by World Bank, USAID, and DFID/HARAKAT. http://www.aibf.afDeveloped a long term strategy for the institute to address the capacity needs of the Afghanistan Financial sector, including banks and microfinance institutions.Conducted research to design financial products for banks and microfinance institutions.Designed and delivered customized training packages for the financial sector.Offered diploma programs for functional departments of the banking sector.Developed donor proposals and ensured timely implementation and reporting.Strengthen collaboration with AIBF donors, i.e., USAID, DFID, and World Bank.

Kabul, Dubai, India, Nepal, Bangladish

Training, Business Development, Disaster Management and Educational Services

The National Disaster Management Project of UNDP was aimed at building the government capacity for effective response to natural and human induced disasters and build community capacity as first responders to natural calamities. As a deputy director I have successfuly developed and implemented the annual work plan outcomes in line with results and resource framework, Reviewed the work plan and budget on a monthly basis in view of prioritizing activities and prepared monthly update on the project progress, lead and supervise support services as specified in the project document and annual work plan to carry out project activities (e.g. issuance of contracts and sub-contracts, procurement, arrange training and workshops, staff recruitments, etc.), effectively, recruited and managed national and international consultants as necessary, initiated the community based disaster risk management activities, introduced knowledge products and documentation, overall implementation and monitoring of the activities as outlined in the project document and coordinated with government and donors, and ensured day to day direction and management of the project staff, Ensured budget revisions are prepared and monthly, quarterly and annual financial and results oriented reports for submission to UNDP, donors, and the Project Board are developed.

Implemented two multi-million dolor projects funded by Danish Government and World Bank namely (Introduction of the Afghanistan Financial Management System Project and Drug Free and Health Education Environment Project). The Project on Drug Free and Healthy Education Environment of MOE was implemented through public awareness at national level and TV and Radio announcements. Financial Management Project implemented through establishment of functional classes within MOE for transactions, Process map of the MOE business processes (for consistency with AFMIS and treasury standards requirements), Established service level agreement (SLA) with the Ministry of Finance, prepared necessary documentation for operation of the system, and introduced pilot application in up to three provinces which has improved expenditure management, engaged the Ministry of Finance in developing a program budget for 1386-1388, using MTFF and program budgeting, Worked on projection of budget for Ministry of Education for year 1387 – 1389, Reviewed/revised existing program budget rollout strategy, Prepared and updated operational budget for each province (34 provinces) and at national level and prepared the annual and capital components of the budget on a fully unified program basis

Managed the overall financial and administrative functions of the project at national level, conducted field and national level workshops, supported the project technical staff on provision of on timely administrative and logistic support, recruited project support staff including development of job description, short listing and interview, developed annual budget as well as expenditure reports, coordinated recruitment and orientation of international staff and carried out the travel arrangements on timely manner.

Kabul

Worked under the general supervision of the Deputy Minister Finance that included coordination and management of technical and office administrative duties, including the provision of varied and complex office responsibilities, Manage communication with the IFIs and bilateral donors regarding project correspondence, missions, grant and loan agreements, reviewe key grant and loan agreement documents, prepare timely briefings on donor projects regarding grant and loan agreements, and served as a liaison between the Deputy Minister’s office, various departments of the ministry of finance, line ministries, donors, Houses (Wolesi Jirga and Meshrano Jirga), and stakeholders.

Supported the vertical structure department technical staff on the administrative and financial arrangements, collected and compiled the field reports, established a standard filling system, ensured the outgoing and incoming correspondence are filled, ensured the travel arrangements are in place and provided required stationaries and other logistical support to the technical staff.

Bachelor'S Degree, Economics, 90%

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Project Management

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Hrm

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General