Ali Yahia
Projects Management
Hassahesa
Summary
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, spear headed team player, with over 15 years of progressive experience in projects development and management, focusing on monitoring, reporting, development and coordination. Enriched with advanced master degree in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid. Organized, efficient person, with a thorough and precise approach to projects, which has produced excellent results to date, able to manage own time effectively, and prioritize workload, working to tight deadlines and under considerable pressure, friendly, approachable with excellent team work spirit. Resourceful Project Manager with 12 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Language
Work History
Project Manager
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
Khartoum
2020.01 - Current
- Assist in planning, preparing, organizing and implementing all aspects of project activities; Assist with in-house coordination among projects of agency; Build capacity of project staff and mentor management team
- Communicate and share vision for project to all project staff
- Ensure thorough understanding of ADRA Sudan policies and procedures by project staff Research, compile and present information on developments on new trends and policies in sectors related to current projects for successful implementation of project activities, and in sectors for new projects to support fundraising and proposal writing activities; Participate in proposal development of new and continued projects including data research, data collection, proposal drafting, etc.; Identify needs and possibilities and support development of new projects; Participate in assessment of implementing partner’s capacities and achievements; Assist in proper documentation of project documents and filing (hard and soft documents)
- Analyze financial statements to ensure appropriate charging of line items and a managed approach to cash flow Prepare quarterly plan for incoming expenditures Monitoring and Reporting: Assist in timely reporting on project activities according to ADRA and donor formats as required, Contribute to revision of project log frame, indicators and work plan, as needed, and in connection with project reviews; Assist Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities as assigned Respond to requests and inquiries related to program activities
- Support liaison with relevant governmental and non-governmental entities, international organizations as well as other relevant stakeholders for effective implementation of ADRA Sudan projects;
Peace Building Specialist (Field Supervisor)
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
Geniena
2018.05 - 2019.12
- Supervise all field activities reporting directly to a Project Manager
- Act as focal point for project staff, managing and monitoring day-to-day community sensitization and mobilization, project resources and deputies project manager . Provides technical leadership and expertise to project staff and overall project goals and objectives; Coordinate with in line ministries for better planning, coordination and implementation Visit project site on daily basis in order to monitor progress of work and identify existing problems, provide appropriate solution in consultation with Project Manager; Assist Project Manager and local partners in implementation of community-level peace building in targeted areas; Supervise and contribute to organization of peace building training; Conduct field monitoring visits and liaise with Project Manager and project partners to ensure quality implementation; Assist in arranging meetings, project update and reporting
- Monitor funds utilization and project resources control, Document lessons learned and best practices in peace building.
Water Hygiene and Sanitation Officer
Catholic Relief Services CRS
Zalingie
2016.12 - 2018.04
- Monitor progress towards achieving projects’ technical and financial targets
- This includes assisting program staffs and beneficiaries in design and implementation of realistic WASH projects consistent budgets, donor guidelines and CRS policies
- Coordination of all activities between CRS programming sectors, beneficiaries and other stakeholders to ensure integrated, quality and timely project implementation
- Conduct periodical project appraisal through assessments, monitoring and evaluation activities by regular field visits
- Actively participate in information sharing, program improvement and strategic planning through linkages with other Darfur based WASH staffs, other CRS sectors, stake holder’s forums and CRS Khartoum office
- Assist in documentation and dissemination of lessons learned and best practices
- Supervise contractors and households to follow WASH technical designs
- Provide technical support in design, installation, maintenance and operation of existing and future WASH facilities
- Provide technical support to staff in developing and maintaining functioning WASH committees Ensure WASH facilities comply with national and international guidelines, such as SPHERE standards and HRD Global WASH technical guidelines Ensure proper environmental assessments of local site conditions and KAP surveys on hygiene are carried out before WASH designs are finalized
- Ensure timely delivery of materials to field locations
- Ensure storage and transport do not damage WASH supplies or materials
- Report damage in timely manner
- Ensure contractors and local households have technical knowledge to build high quality WASH facilities that will be sustained over long term
- Ensure beneficiaries and host communities know how to operate, maintain and construct WASH facilities to sustain infrastructure over long term
- Ensure that accountability feedback from beneficiaries is responded to and response recorded in MEAL logs in a timely manner
- Represent CRS in different WATSAN forums with other stakeholders.
Program Manager
Rural Community Development Organization (RCDO).
Geniena
2016.05 - 2016.11
- Create and supervise programs
- Plan and launch fundraising events to support programs
- Devise budgets and ensure the budget is adhered to throughout fiscal year
- Reach out to community for volunteers and support
- Write grant proposals for research money
- Manage large donations and disburse money appropriately
- Coordinate all activities of program
- Supervise, hire, and train staff
- Monitor the effectiveness and results of the program and plan adjustments
- Ensure compliance with all government relations.
WASH and Education Project Manager
International Medical Corps
Geniena
2014.08 - 2016.04
- Manage the assigned WASH and Education projects to meet the project objectives within budget and allotted time frame
- Provide strong leadership of the assigned WASH and Education project, working to ensure both short / long-term positive impacts and outcomes for the beneficiaries, local authorities and local WASH and Education staff
- Develop and implement an appropriate and effective WASH and Education strategy, setting clear objectives and indicators, for WASH and Education activities in consultation with other WASH and Education staff and field managers, and, where appropriate, with the local target communities .
- Continuously monitor and supervise WASH and Education activities, overseeing the technical design, execution and evaluation of progress through outputs and impacts using both quantitative and qualitative data
- Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of the project
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities per, donor and other applicable timeframes and formats
- Develop new proposals, linked to the country strategy, in conjunction with the relevant field managers
- Staff Management: Line-manage the WASH and Education assigned projects including day-to-day management, development and training, appraisals, etc
- Facilitate regular staff meetings to ensure awareness of project objectives, and opportunity for feedback
- Provide staff coaching and technical supervision to develop ownership / responsibility for WASH and Education project activities
- Financial Management: Manage the WASH and Education project budget for the assigned project and ensure all expenses are per budget and meet standards regarding financial management, including accountability and good governance
- Communication and Coordination: Develop and maintain appropriate relationship with stakeholders, Participate in WASH and Education project coordination meetings Participate in INGOs forum meetings
Water Hygiene and Sanitation Officer (WASH Officer)
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
Geniena
2011.06 - 2014.08
- Oversee and manage the water sanitation and hygiene in project area
- Develop design plans, working drawings, technical specifications, bill of quantities as per approved standards by the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure for all construction works outlined on the project design, including emergency sanitation facilities
- Establish and oversee implementation of systems for efficiently controlling the quality of technical works; closely tracking works progress against payment and work plans, and controlling the quality of the final construction outputs as per donor and user community expectations.
Education
Masters in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid - Project Management
Kālu Institute
2016.05 - 2018.11
Bachelor of Science -
Sudan University of Science And Technology
Khartoum , Sudan 2002.01 - 2006.01
Some College (No Degree) - Sanitation
Ministry of Health
SudanWater Resources planning and Management - undefined
UNESCO Chair in Water Resources Sudan
Children's Hygiene and Sanitation Training (CHAST) - undefined
UNICEF
Report Writing - undefined
Redr UK
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Redr UK
Proposal writing - undefined
Redr UK
M.D. -
Kalu Institute
Spain 2016.05 - 2018.11
CRS approach to partnership - undefined
CRS
Information Security awareness, CRS - undefined
CRS
Skills
Managing peopleundefined
Certification
Recognition, ADRA Sudan, 02/2021
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Timeline
Project Manager
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
2020.01 - Current
Peace Building Specialist (Field Supervisor)
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
2018.05 - 2019.12
Water Hygiene and Sanitation Officer
Catholic Relief Services CRS
2016.12 - 2018.04
Masters in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid - Project Management
Kālu Institute
2016.05 - 2018.11
M.D. -
Kalu Institute
2016.05 - 2018.11
Program Manager
Rural Community Development Organization (RCDO).
2016.05 - 2016.11
WASH and Education Project Manager
International Medical Corps
2014.08 - 2016.04
Water Hygiene and Sanitation Officer (WASH Officer)
Adventist Development and Relief Agency ADRA-Sudan
2011.06 - 2014.08
Bachelor of Science -
Sudan University of Science And Technology
2002.01 - 2006.01
Some College (No Degree) - Sanitation
Ministry of Health
Water Resources planning and Management - undefined
UNESCO Chair in Water Resources Sudan
Children's Hygiene and Sanitation Training (CHAST) - undefined
UNICEF
Report Writing - undefined
Redr UK
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Redr UK
Proposal writing - undefined
Redr UK
CRS approach to partnership - undefined
CRS
Information Security awareness, CRS - undefined
CRS
Recognition, ADRA Sudan, 02/2021
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