Ayah Alkurdi
Amman
Summary
Experienced in project management and humanitarian aid, with a background in leading diverse teams. Proficient in administrative and financial support, logistical coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Programme Assistant
United Nations Development Programme
2018.10 - Current
- Provide administrative support in the preparation of programme work plans, budgets, and proposals on programme implementation arrangements;
- Prepare information for the audit of projects and support the implementation of audit recommendations Identify sources, and gather and compile data and information for the preparation of documents, guidelines, speeches and position papers
- Prepare budget revisions, revise project awards and status; and determine unutilized funds and the operational and financial close of a project;
- Provide administrative support in monitoring budget preparation and the finances of projects; including the finalization of FACE forms
- Process payment for consultants; Maintain internal expenditures control system - Undertake all logistical, administrative and financial arrangements for organization of meetings, workshops, events, and missions;
- Make travel arrangements for the Programme Team, including travel requisitions and claims; - Prepare public information materials and briefing packets;
- Assemble briefing materials and prepare PowerPoint and other presentations
- Organize, compile and process information from donors, Jordan CO, and programme team, as inputs to various databases and documents.
Field Team Leader
Noor Al Hussein Foundation - Institute for Family Health
2017.04 - 2017.11
- Team Leader for 23 healthcare specialists
- Responsible for the health and safety of 7 onsite and mobile clinics dedicated to physiotherapy, vision, and hearing aids.
- Coordinating the provision of health services to Syrian refugees with special needs.
- Responsible for identifying vulnerable beneficiaries, asses new interventions to assist.
- Managing healthcare campaigns to reach out to vulnerable refugees.
- Coordinating recreational activities for refugees in collaboration with international NGOs.
- Monitor team performance by conducting performance reviews.
- Reporting projects' progress and team performance to management and international partners (UNFPA/UNHCR)
Administration and Procurement Officer
Jordan Training and Development
2016.09 - 2017.04
- JTD is a local organization established by UNHCR and the Norwegian Refugee Council to facilitate the distribution of assistance including shelter and food supplies in Syrian refugee camps
- Contributed to the development of JTD’s internal framework to support Syria's Response collaboration efforts with NRC, UNHCR, and the Jordanian Government
- Contributed to the development of the organization’s administrative structure, human resources policies and manuals, and financial procedures in compliance with donor guidelines
- Managed the procurement and maintained assets control
- Responsible for external and internal communication; drafting, translating, and writing formal letters, and other correspondence
- Responsible for providing support in the HR functions, monitoring staff performance and attendance
Communications Officer
B99 Marketing and Events Agency - Dubai UAE
2015.01 - 2016.09
- Organized press conferences for media events and ran PR campaigns
- Researched and identified private-sector sponsorships and business development opportunities
- Established and managed partnerships with the private and public sectors
- Managed the production, and dissemination of publications and promotional material
- Liaised with clients and designers on brand creation, and ensured clients’ needs were met
Management Assistant
IGI Internation General Insurance
2013.07 - 2014.12
- Reported directly to the Vice President and liaised with the management and operations team between Amman and London office
- Managed and reviewed the communication for and on behalf of the Vice President
- Prepared timely and accurate reports for overall operation control
- Researched and conducted bimonthly and biweekly reports to management
- Drafted and proofread the content of process manuals and briefs
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient systems for file management and document organization.
Data Base Assistant
ACTED
2013.04 - 2013.07
- Developed and updated databases to handle beneficiary data.
- Reviewed the data concerning the project beneficiaries, ensuring its accuracy, compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures;
- Coordinated with project management on database development timelines
Research Internship
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs
2011.06 - 2011.09
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Research and report on Jordan's national economic state of affairs including international
economic agreements, international donor funds and the national budget deficit
Education
Master of Arts - Conflict Resolution
University of Jordan
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Jordan
01.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork
- Cultural Awareness
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
Results Based Management Training - Feb 2020
Timeline
Programme Assistant
United Nations Development Programme
2018.10 - Current
Field Team Leader
Noor Al Hussein Foundation - Institute for Family Health
2017.04 - 2017.11
Administration and Procurement Officer
Jordan Training and Development
2016.09 - 2017.04
Communications Officer
B99 Marketing and Events Agency - Dubai UAE
2015.01 - 2016.09
Management Assistant
IGI Internation General Insurance
2013.07 - 2014.12
Data Base Assistant
ACTED
2013.04 - 2013.07
Research Internship
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs
2011.06 - 2011.09
Master of Arts - Conflict Resolution
University of Jordan
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Jordan
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