Nadra Mousa
Amman
Summary
Strategic Development and Partnership Coordinator with proven expertise in securing over $2M in funding across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Central Asia. Skilled in conducting high-level research and analysis, with a master’s degree in International Relations, Security, and Development. Adept at advising on regional developments, enhancing project efficiency, and driving impactful partnerships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Development and Partnership Coordinator
Lapis Communications
10.2023 - Current
- Led opportunity identification and proposal development, securing 10+ high-impact partnerships in different regions, resulting in a 25% increase in global project funding worth $500K+, while ensuring strict adherence to technical design requirements.
- Conducted extensive research and regional analysis across the Middle East and other global markets, driving the development of $1M in tailored partnership proposals.
- Advised business development management and programs management on regional developments across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, leveraging insights to craft proposals and partnerships that increased project success rates by 30%.
- Maintained a deep understanding of Middle East and global market dynamics, resulting in improved alignment with Lapis regional needs, and securing $1.5M in long-term partnerships with different US and UN agencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities and develop proposals, integrating technical design and budgeting frameworks, leading to $750K in additional funding and expanding service offerings by 35%.
Project Associate
Mercy Corps
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Streamlined shared administrative processes, ensuring 100% alignment with the Gender Community of Practice goals, leading to a 25% increase in successful project implementation across all USAID projects.
- Facilitated cross-collaboration with multiple project pillars, documenting and sharing best practices within the Gender Community of Practice, resulting in a 30% improvement in knowledge transfer.
- Coordinated and executed over 10 events involving all USAID projects across Jordan, achieving a 20% increase in stakeholder engagement and participation.
Project Associate
U.S. Civilian Research and Development Fund
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Deployed on Temporary Duty to Mozambique, supporting the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Mozambican Ministry of Health, and the U.S. Embassy in successfully implementing health initiatives across high-risk regions.
- Directed and synthesized regional reports for stakeholders across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, driving a 30% boost in data-driven decision-making and optimizing outcomes for $1M+ in funded projects.
- Executed in-depth technical research in collaboration with technical advisors, enhancing project efficiency by 25% across key initiatives in the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations, Security, And Development
University of Plymouth
Plymouth, The United Kingdom 04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And English Language And Literature
University of Jordan
Jordan09.2020
Skills
- Political intelligence and policy analysis
- Stakeholder mapping and outreach
- Research and analysis
- Client Liaison
- Events organisation
- Partnership Development
- Proposal Writing
Accomplishments
- Publication: Water Reality in Jordan and Palestine/Israel. Casa Della Cultura Milano – Italy
- Featured: Jordanian Delegation at The World Youth Festival in Sochi. Al Rai (Jordan's official national newspaper) – Jordan
Languages
Arabic, English
Native language
Spanish
Advanced
C1
French
Elementary
A2
Italian
Beginner
A1
Russian
Beginner
A1
Internships
- Research Fellow: The Jordanian Parliament (Amman, Jordan)
- Research Fellow: Osgood Center for International Studies (Washington, The United States of America)
Timeline
Strategic Development and Partnership Coordinator
Lapis Communications
10.2023 - Current
Project Associate
Mercy Corps
02.2023 - 10.2023
Project Associate
U.S. Civilian Research and Development Fund
01.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - International Relations, Security, And Development
University of Plymouth
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And English Language And Literature
University of Jordan
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