Utilizes in-depth knowledge to solve complex problems related to RFP compliance and project design. Researches, organizes, and drafts technical data for major publication projects.

Identified and tracked relevant funding opportunities – through gathering information from donor meetings, UN clusters, partner relationships, internet-based research, and other resources. Communicated with international donors working in SWEDO’s areas of operation; approach donors who fund projects in Jordan and Palestine for unsolicited interventions. Represented the organization’s interests at relevant meetings, events and conferences. Conducted and participate in meetings for conceptualizing and designing new projects. Created the proposal tracking schedule and keep track of proposal progress (technical and business). Wrote concept notes, full proposals and other types of applications including budgeting process, contributing to the needs assessment, documentation process and reporting as well as finalizing applications and registration with prospective donors. Conducted prospecting visits to SWEDO Country Offices to identify and prepare for upcoming funding opportunities (based on approval by the Deputy Secretary-General). Communicated changes or to the supervisor and updated SWEDO’s business development matrix on a weekly basis with new opportunities and ideas, identifying Go/No Go opportunities.

Managed KHFs proposal development process, ensuring deadlines were met and that proposed programmes align with KHF and donor priorities; • Developed proposal plans, timelines, and templates in compliance with specific donor requirements to effectively coordinate between departments and ensure timely submission of the proposal and reports; • Researched background materials (including country context analyses, country strategies, previous proposals, donor strategies, reports, and research studies), and gathered input to produce a relevant, informed, and locally responsive proposal; • Developed in-depth knowledge of KHF programs, including values, approach, and impact, to describe persuasively to the donor organization; • Applied best practices and the highest standards of accuracy, taking personal responsibility for the quality of all KHF content.

Developed creative radio and TV advertisements for Dubai audiences.

Business Development Center (BDC)Senior Business Development Officer Sept 2018 - May 2019As the Business Development Officer my primary duty was to facilitate new business opportunities for the Business Development Center (BDC). My role was to develop and deepen prospect relationships in order to thoroughly understand the prospect’s situation and utilize that knowledge to develop programs to be implemented for effective Local Economic Development (LED).Responsibilities:Business Development: Develop new opportunities from local and international prospects; as well as referrals from personal networks, and other intermediaries. Additionally I conducted new stakeholder research to generate leads and develop proposals. I was responsible for leading and supporting the cultivation, building and nurturing strategic relationships and alliances with a wide range of stakeholders including private sector, United Nations programs, USAID, international financing institutions, multi-stakeholder coalitions, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and academia.Client service: Organized prospect meetings and identified appropriate partners to introduce at initial meetings; organizing post-meeting de-briefs and appropriate next steps. Attended client meetings, as needed, to assure the continuity of the relationship to ensure client confidence when referring or adding new business opportunities. Networking: Built a valued personal and corporate profile in the community. Developed networks with the goal of introducing new business, enhancing technical knowledge and promoting Local Economic Development.Firm Building: Active engagement in department-specific and firm-wide initiatives in order to expand capabilities, create solutions to unmet business needs, improve client experience, or develop more efficient processes. Ability and willingness to contribute to the advancement of team, office and business capabilities. Other duties as required by the position.

Lead the researching, developing, editing and finalizing of English editorial content for marketing channels for Sindbad Group. Additionally, support Sindbad Group in proof reading and editing related to special promotions, and new activities as needed.

The primary focus was to produce thematic features stories as per the USAID Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) which served as a brief from which muli-media content would be produced for the CSO campaign. Successfully outlining the challenges, interventions, and impacts of each sub-grante

Primary Responsibilities: Participated in outreach and representation, including VIP visits and events related to USAID/Jordan implementing partners. Issued and developed briefing materials, reports and other needed documentation related to events such as speeches, opening/closing remarks, and presentations.  Corresponded with Office Directors, team leaders and staff in reviewing and editing official documents, press releases, speeches, Mission Orders and other written documents for proper language, logical flow, and applicable consistent regulations, references and authorities. Handled documents that required the Mission Director’s signature and presented to high level contacts, such as USAID Administrator, the U.S. Ambassador to Jordan and Government of Jordan Officials.